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Engineering & Applied Sciences · Diploma

Diploma in Architectural Studies

UCSI University

Program overview

Starting with building your design foundations in the first year and advancing your analytical and conceptual thinking by the third year, UCSI’s Diploma in Architectural Studies is a program that blends design with technology, using a distinctive project-based learning approach. This program is crafted to turn you into an innovative and investigative designer, well-versed in the latest building technologies. You'll also take part in real-world, community-focused research projects and spend at least six months apprenticed with architectural firms. By the end of the program, you’ll graduate with a strong portfolio and a solid grounding in architectural design.

Entry Requirements

SPMV/SPM/‘O’ Levels:

(Arts/Science stream)

Pass SPM with minimum 3 Credits (grade ‘C’ for O-level) inclusive of Maths

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, equivalent , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Technical Assistant
  • Draughtsperson
  • Marketing Promoter
  • Facility Manager
  • Visualiser
  • Model Maker
  • Supervisor

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • 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

Year 2

  • 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

Year 3 (**6 months)

  • 6-month Industry Experience

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

For foreign students:

  • Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
  • (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)

Available scholarships

  • International Student Tuition Fee Rebate

    Up to 20% coverage

    Up to 20% Tuition Fee Reduction: Students may Submit a request to apply for the discount Upon arrival in Malaysia, and following the completion of the registration process.

Entry requirements

Diploma: high-school certificate or equivalent with suitable grades.

Typically IELTS 4 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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