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MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE



Programme Overview

Accredited by Malaysia Board of Architects (LAM) - Part II Validated by Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - Part 2 • The UM Master of Architecture is a leading Part II programme in Malaysia which aims to produce excellent Graduate Architects who are innovative, confident and intelligent. Besides delving into architectural design projects, students are also able to pursue their interests in highly specialised elective courses; AND • Our programme is one out of only two programmes that are accredited by LAM and validated by RIBA in Malaysia.


Full-Time Duration: 4 Semesters + 1 Special Semester (Coursework)


Programme Structure

Core Courses (59 Credits)

  1. Advanced Architectural Design I  & II
  2. Pre-Thesis
  3. Architectural Design Thesis I & II
  4. Research Methodology
  5. Architectural Research I & II
  6. Green & Sustainable Technology I & II
  7. Professional Practice I & II
  8. Architect and Construction Management


Elective Courses (6 Credits)

  1. Architectural Theory & Philosophy
  2. Architectural Comparative Studies
  3. Building Conservation
  4. Design–Built Project
  5. Urban Planning
  6. Interior Architecture
  7. Landscape Architecture
  8. Universal Design                                                                                              

                                                                     

Career Prospects

Architect, Urban Planner, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Construction Manager, Architectural Consultant, Sustainable Design Specialist, Building Conservationist, Urban Designer, Architectural Researcher, Project Manager (Architectural Projects), Design-Build Specialist, Professional Practice Consultant, Green Building Consultant, Academic Lecturer in Architecture.

          

Tuition Fee

Local

RM28,500 

International

RM60,600

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements
  • For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
    • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
  • For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following): 
    • Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
    • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
    • Produce publications in related field; or
    • Receive a scholarship; or
    • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
    • Pass an interview conducted by the Faculty; or
    • Pass a special evaluation by the Faculty
Specific Entry Requirements
  1. General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  2. Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Architecture.
  3. Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  4. Related fields: N/A 
  5. Special Requirements: 
    • UM graduateswith a Bachelor of Science in Architecture may be considered for admission if they meet the following criteria:
      1. Candidates with a CGPA of 3.00 and above; and
        1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
        2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B’ and above in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
        3. Accumulate at least six (6) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
        4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);     ----- or -----                                                                                           
      2. Candidates with a CGPA of 3.00 and above; and
        1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
        2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B-’ and below in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
        3. Accumulate at least twenty-four (24) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
        4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);     ----- or -----    
      3. Candidates with a CGPA of 2.70 – 2.99; and
        1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
        2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B’ and above in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
        3. Accumulate at least twenty-four (24) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
        4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);     ----- or -----    
      4. Candidates with a CGPA of 2.70 – 2.99; and
        1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
        2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B-’ and above in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
        3. Accumulate at least thirty-six (36) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
        4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);      


    OR


    • Graduates from other universities and international studentswith a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a CGPA of 3.00 and above may be considered for admission if they meet the following criteria:
      1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
      2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B’ and above in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
      3. Accumulate at least twelve (12) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
      4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);

----- or -----

    1. Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) Part I;
    2. Obtained an overall grade of ‘B-’ and above in the Architectural Design Studio course in the final semester of the Bachelor's degree programme;
    3. Accumulate at least thirty-six (36) months of relevant work experience after the completion of the Bachelor's degree;
    4. Pass the competency interview (interview, portfolio review, and technical drawing test);


Note: Graduates from other universities and international applicants with a CGPA below 3.00 are not eligible to apply for admission to the Master of Architecture programme.

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable