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Master of Science in Built Environment (Research)

Kuala Lumpur University of Science and Technology (KLUST)

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Program overview

The Master of Science in Built Environment (Research) is a graduate program that focuses on advanced studies and research in various aspects of the built environment, preparing students for careers in academia, research institutions, architectural firms, urban planning agencies, construction companies, and governmental organizations, where they can contribute to the development of sustainable and innovative solutions.

Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate of IUKL.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,,Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Researcher
  • Architect
  • Urban Planner
  • Construction Manager
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • Building Performance Analyst
  • BIM Specialist
  • Heritage Conservation Specialist
  • Real Estate Developer
  • Governmental Roles.

Curriculum

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Learning/Research Methodology

  • The research project will be guided by an appointed supervisor.
  • The student will be required to attend seminars in the research area.
  • The student will be required to present and defend his/her research proposal at the end of his/her first quarter of study.
  • The student is required to submit monthly progress reports to his/her supervisor. Periodic consultations will be arranged as set by the supervisor.
  • The Postgraduate Studies Committee will review the performance of the student on a quarterly basis.
  • Upon completion of his/her research, the student will present and defend his/her thesis.

Research Areas

  • Architecture
  • Geomatic Engineering
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Facilities Management
  • Real Estate

OR any other relevant field in built environment.

Available scholarships

  • International Discount (Conflict-Affected Regions)

    Up to 30% coverage

    30% tuition fee reduction is available to international students arriving from conflict-affected countries. This discount carries no prerequisite conditions or academic benchmarks and will be automatically applied to the student's account upon enrollment.

  • International Discount

    Up to 50% coverage

    The student must maintain the required CGPA every semester to get the 50% discount

Entry requirements

Master's: a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Typically IELTS 5 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

  • HR specialist
  • Social researcher
  • Pathway to counselling

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