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Overview
From laying your design foundations in the first year to strengthening your analytical and conceptual thought processes by the third year, UCSI’s Diploma in Architectural Studies is a design-cum-technological programme that adopts a unique project-based learning approach..., to develop you into an investigative design innovator equipped with a knowledge of the latest building technologies. You will also engage in real-life community-based research projects and spend at least six months apprenticed to architectural firms. By the end of the programme, you will emerge with a solid portfolio and foundational knowledge in architectural design.
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Assessments
Assessments vary from the list below depending on the course:
- Project critique session
- In-class assignment
- Coursework
- Written examination
- Site investigation/survey
- Portfolio review
- Workshop participation
Academic Requirements
SPMV/SPM/‘O’ Levels
(Arts/Science stream)
Pass SPM with minimum 3 Credits (grade ‘C’ for O-level) inclusive of Maths
SKM / SKK
Pass SKM/SKK level 3 in related field
AND *Pass SPM with min 1 credit and pass Maths
OR Pass SPM with min 1 credit and pass ‘program pengukuhan matematik’
Community College
(Level 3, MQF)
1. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) in the related field AND
*Pass SPM with min 1 credit and pass Maths OR
Pass SPM with min 1 credit and pass ‘program pengukuhan matematik’
OR
2. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) with CGPA 2.0 in the related field AND
*Pass SPM with min 1 credit and pass Maths
STPM (Arts/Science)
Pass with minimum ‘C’ grade (CGPA 2.0) for 1 subject AND credit in Maths in SPM or equivalent
STAM
Pass with (Magbul grade) AND credit in Maths in SPM or equivalent
UEC
(Commerce/Science stream)
Pass with minimum grade ‘B’ for 3 credits inclusive of Maths
A-Level
Minimum Grade ‘D’ for 1 subject AND credit in Maths in ‘O’-Level
SAM
Minimum average of 50% in 5 subjects inclusive of Maths
CPU
Minimum average of 50% in 6 subjects inclusive of Maths
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum average of 50% inclusive of 50% for Maths
AND
*Art Requirement:
All applicants must pass Art Education/ Engineering Drawing/ related subject at SPM/O-Level / equivalent
OR
Pass Portfolio Review in replacement of art subject if applicable.
The general rule applies to both local and foreign applicants.
Recognition
Upon successfully completing the Diploma programme, students will gain:
- Direct entry into Year 2 (semester 3) of Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture, UCSI University
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3SPM English
Grade B+UEC English Language
Grade A2TOEFL IBT
30-31IELTS
4.01119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade CCambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill
140Pearson Test
36CEFR
B1 (with at least 2 skill at B1)For International Students
IELTS
Band 4.0Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
140TOEFL IBT
31Pearson Test of English
36MUET
Band 3CEFR
B1 (High B1)1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade C- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00920) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and / or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.
- Technical Mathematics
- Building Construction & Science
- Intro to Design principles
- Architecture Drawing I
- Introduction to Structure
- English Communication
- Architecture Design Studio I
- Architecture Drawing II
- Building Construction & Materials
- Architecture History I
- Architectural Digital Media I
- Introduction to Writing & Research
- Architectural Digital Media II
- Furniture Workshop
- Community Architecture
- Architecture Design Studio II
- Architecture Drawing III
- Building Construction I
- Architecture History II
- Services
- Architecture design Studio III
- Building Construction II
- Professional Practice
- Structure
- Working Drawing
- 6-month Industry Experience
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
This postgraduate degree programme is an excellent preparation for a life-long professional career in the sector of power and energy.The Architecture programmes develop both the academic understanding and practical skills required for careers in the professional field. Graduates will be able to gain professional working experience in an Architectural Firm, Interior Architectural Firm, Developer Firm, Construction Firm, Supplier & Manufacturer Firm and Educational Institution. Graduates with Diploma possess technical skill knowledge crucial to the existence of the built environment as a whole. Graduates can opt for work force in the technical support designation such as Draftsperson, 3-D Visualiser, Industry Resource Supplier, Site Supervisor or advance their studies in the Architecture Degree program. Opportunities also exist in the other areas, including marketing, promotion, facility management and development. Many large organisations, such as departmental stores hotels, resorts and property developers, also employ architectural graduates as designers as well as managers and supervisors in their architectural and design team.
Dip. Architectural Studies
- Technical Assistant
- Draughtsperson
- Marketing Promoter
- Facility Manager
- Visualiser
- Model Maker
- Supervisor
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 57,830
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 73,040
Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
| IDP Programme | Pathway | University | Country | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Design (Architecture) | Diploma + 2 | Deakin University | Australia | AUD33,600 |
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