Bachelor of Science (Honours) Architecture
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Jun, Oct
Tuition Fees
RM54,200
Course Highlights
- Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) with exemptions from LAM Part I
- Ranked #109 in QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and #301-350 in THE Asia University Rankings 2026
- One of Malaysia's leading private universities that offer accessible and affordable programmes
- Produced over 79,000 graduates since its inaugural convocation in 2005
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)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM54,200
Other miscellaneous fees
RM3,600
Total payable amount
RM57,800
Scholarships
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Sungai Long, Selangor
UTAR Scholarship for Top Achievers (Undergraduate)
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Bachelor's Degree
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Sungai Long, Selangor
Amount
Tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Bachelor's Degree
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Sungai Long, Selangor
UTAR Sports & Talent Scholarship
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Sungai Long, Selangor
Tan Sri (Dr.) Lim Goh Tong - UTAR Scholarship Fund
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree