Bachelor of Science (Honours) Architecture

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Jun, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM53,200

Course Highlights

  • Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) with exemptions from LAM Part I
  • Top 3 in Graduate Employability at the Talentbank National Graduate Employability Index 2023
  • Ranked #160 in QS Asia University Rankings 2024 and #301-350 in THE Asia University Rankings 2024
  • One of Malaysia's leading private universities that offer accessible and affordable programmes

Course Structure

  • Architectural Design I
  • Architectural Design II
  • Architectural Studio Drawing I
  • Architectural Studio Drawing II
  • Building Materials
  • Building Science I
  • Building Services I
  • Construction Technology I
  • Construction Technology II
  • History of Architecture I
  • History of Architecture II
  • Introduction to Architectural Theory
  • National Language/Other Languages
  • Architectural Design III
  • Architectural Design IV
  • Architectural Field Study
  • Building Science II
  • Building Services II
  • Building Structural System
  • Construction Technology III
  • Design Communication & CADD
  • English for Professionals
  • MPU1*
  • Structural Analysis
  • Architectural Design V
  • Architectural Design VI
  • Asian Architecture
  • Co-Curriculum
  • Construction Drawings
  • Elective I
  • Industrial Training
  • Introduction to Professional Practice
  • MPU1**
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies

Elective I

  • Choose 1 course
  • Design and Spatial Behavior
  • Management Principles
  • Public Speaking and Oral Presentation

Entry Requirements

  • STPM: 2 Passes of Grade C including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • A Level: 2 Passes of minimum Grade D including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Grade B in 5 relevant subjects including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • South Australian Matriculation (SAM): Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 subjects including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Average of 70% in 2 subjects (and 4 other subjects) including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Foundation in Arts, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Foundation/Matriculation/Pre-University from other Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Diploma from other Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government including a credit in SPM Pendidikan Seni/equivalent* (and Mathematics/equivalent^)
  • Note: The credit requirement for Mathematics at SPM Level can be waived should the qualifications contain Mathematics subject with equivalent/higher achievement.
  • *Those without Credit in SPM (Pendidikan Seni) subject to submit Portfolio: Submit 3 pieces of A3 size drawings in hardcopies, in any medium (pencil, water colour, etc) together with the application documents
  • The submission to include a CD or any digital media consisting of 8-10 minutes video recording of the applicant in the stage of drawing one of the three drawings; the video should capture the face of the applicant during the drawings with close-up shots of the drawing. In the video, the applicant should explain briefly the idea/meaning of the drawing and why he/she chooses architecture. The panels reserve the right to call the applicant for an interview should there be any query.
  • IELTS: 5.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 42
  • SPM English Language/O Level English Language: Credit
  • MUET: Band 3
  • Cambridge English/Linguaskill: 154
  • UEC English Language: Grade B

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM60

RM0

  • PROMO

Tuition fees

RM53,200

Total payable amount

RM53,200

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