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Masters of Architecture (by coursework)

Program Overview

The programme is serviced by 23 highly qualified and experienced lecturers including one (1) Emeritus Professor and three (3)
Associate Professors. Students are frequently assessed by professionally qualified architects who are at the forefront of the
building industry through regular ‘crit’ sessions and reviews. This Master by coursework programme is run in a self-contained
facility with well-equipped studios, wood and model workshop, building laboratory, computing and printing facilities. More than
150 graduates have successfully graduated from the predecessor for this programme (the Bachelor of Architecture; LAM/RIBA
Part II accredited/validated) and continued to fulfil their aspirations

Entry Requirements

Local applicants are required to have :

 Bachelor of Science in Architecture University of Malaya with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 and passed the course
Architectural Design Studio Final Level with minimum Grade B ; Or
 Bachelor of Science in Architecture University of Malaya with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and have relevant work
experience for at least 6 months after obtaining the degree; And
 pass the interview portfolio; Or
 Bachelor of Science/Arts in Architecture or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from any university approved by
the Senate as equivalent to a Bachelor of Science in Architecture University with honors; And
 meet the requirements of Part I of the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM); And
 have relevant working experience for at least 6 months after obtaining the degree; And
 pass the interview portfolio

International applicants are required to have:

 Have other qualification recognized as equivalent to the Special Conditions of the program recommended by the
Malaysian Government and the University Senate; And
 Meet the requirements of Part I of the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM); And
 Pass interview / assessment portfolio ; And
 A minimum level of Band 6.0 (Academic) in International Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent.

Delivery and Attendance

 The minimum duration of the programme is two (2) normal semesters and one (1) special semester or one (1) year and
the maximum period is eight (8) semesters or four (4) years.
 Classes will be conducted through after-office and/or weekend sessions.*
 The programme is offered by attendance at University of Malaya’s Faculty of the Built Environment, Kuala Lumpur.
 The programme is delivered through formal lectures, laboratory, tutorials and coursework.
* Subject to Management’s approval

Conferment of Degree

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be conferred the Master of Architecture degree from the University
of Malaya.