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Programme Structure and Assessment

This program consists of 10 courses. Each course is delivered over a 14-week period (normal semester) or 8-week period
(special semester). The courses are assessed by examination and/or continuous assessment.

In the Master of Architecture programme, all design-related courses will have 100% continuous assessment. In courses where
final examination is carried out, coursework assignment constitutes 40% while end of semester examination constitutes 60% of
the overall marks.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will:
 Command adequate knowledge in the areas of design, research, technology, management practices law, culture and
theory related to the field of architecture.
 Use practical skills and computer software in researching, designing, and managing projects spanned architecture to
achieve the requirements of clients and stakeholders in the construction industry.
 Demonstrate social skills and responsibility towards society and the environment in designing, researching, managing
and implementing architectural projects.
 Applying ethical values, professionalism and integrity in advising clients and dealing with parties interested in the
construction industry.
 Communicate effectively, capable of teamwork and leadership skills in managing architectural projects.
 Using scientifically researching skills in problem solving and decision making and technical design for architectural
projects.
 Using information management skills and the ability to lifelong learning for designing architectural projects.
 Using managerial and entrepreneurial skills in managing architectural projects and presenting ideas to clients to ensure
the benefits and use of resources fully.