The Master of Architecture (MArch) is a two years full-time taught programme.
The acquisition and advancement of knowledge is through studio-based learning, based on critique sessions, seminar and one-to-one tutorial, combined with and classroom-based couse.
The programme is accredited by the Boards of Architect Malaysia (LAM) with exemptions from Professional Exam Part II.
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 01
AAA700 ADVANCED DESIGN I
This course is the study of Urban Design theories, principles and description, as well as the processes of urban production and consumption. Students are to review literature and carry out precedent studies to reinforce their understanding of key components that shape the physical setting for life in cities. This will develop their sensitivity on constructive urban spaces that correspond to basic human needs, livability, historic preservation, environmental quality and aesthetic values. Several stages of studies will be undertaken, from the rhetoricto the rationale, leading to the main project of urban development itself.
AAA702 ARCHITECTURAL PHILOSOPHY
AAA704 SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT
AAA725 ADVANCED DIGITAL ARCHITECTURE
AAA726 PLANNING PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
CREDIT HOURS
6
2
2
2
2
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 14
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 02
AAA750 ADVANCED DESIGN II
AAA771 ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
AAA754 INTEGRATED BUILDING SERVICES
AAA755 ARCHITECTURAL RESEARCH
CREDIT HOURS
8
3
2
3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 16
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 03
AAA820 DESIGN THESIS I
AAA805 DISSERTATION
AAA806 BUILDING ECONOMICS
CREDIT HOURS
10
4
2
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 16
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 04
AAA880 DESIGN THESIS II
AAA886 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT
ELEC ELECTIVE COURSES
CREDIT HOURS
10
3
3
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 16
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS FOR PROGRAM BE773: 62