Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture

Program Overview

"If the architecture is any good, a person who looks and listens will feel its good effects without noticing."- Carlo Scarpa

This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture aims to offer students an outstanding education of comprehensive knowledge of discipline areas; deep understanding of individual components, concepts, and theories; skills in applying methods within a discipline; and the competencies required to apply knowledge both in studies and in practice

The programme is design-oriented and will help students develop the design and complementary skills expected in an innovative architecture programme. Students learn how to use resources, materials and computer technologies as well as acquire a good understanding of architectural history, construction technology and architectural practice to contribute to the improvement of the built environment.

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture is a multidisciplinary programme that aims to train students to be specialised in architectural knowledge and to possess a diverse set of transferable skills in visual and spatial literacy; ethics and practice; critical and cultural thinking; climate literacy and regenerative design; design for all, and progressive professionalism; for the development of sustainable designs towards ensuring a healthy environment for future generations.

The programme aims to provide exemption from LAM Part I Examination and is the Basic First Stage pre-professional architectural qualification. As well as meeting the professional criteria, the programme develops transferable skills that support careers in other related fields and disciplines.

The overall aim of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture programme is to produce graduates with skills that will help in the development of the country and enable them to progress to their professional careers in Architecture.

Key Modules

1Architectural Design Studio 1

2Architectural Representation

3Architectural History and Theory

4Architectural Design Studio 2

5Construction Technology

6Digital Architecture

7Architectural Design Studio 3

8Integrated Technology

9Critical and Cultural Studies

10Architectural Design Studio 4

11Energy and Building

12Environment and Behaviour

13Architectural Design Studio 5

14Contextualising Architectural Humanities

15Project Management and Innovation

16Architectural Design Studio 6

17Professional Practice

18Critical Building Analysis

19Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)

20Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)

21Philosophy and Current Issues

22Workplace Professional Skills

23Integrity and Anti-corruption

24Co-Curriculum

25Engage inquiry-based learning within the design studio through the process of research, analysis and synthesis;

26Develop students’ conceptual thinking of architectural design as a response to the design brief

27Provide a studio context for teamwork, leadership, time management and communication skills;

28The ways that analysis, research, context, budget, preparation and development of a brief inform a design proposal;

29The regulatory frameworks, and health and safety considerations that guide design and building construction;

30Communicate effectively using appropriate methods, to a range of audiences with different levels of knowledge/expertise;

31Work in ways which draw on critical reflection of one’s own and others’ roles and responsibilities;

32Work as a member of a group;

33Manage time and work to meet deadlines;

34Produce and compile own output for scheduled presentations during all stages of design;

Entry Requirements

STPM: Minimum Grade C in 2 subjects and a Credit pass in SPM/O-Level Mathematics or equivalent

A-Level: Minimum Grade D in 2 subjects, excluding General Paper and a Credit pass in SPM/‘O’ Levels Mathematics

UEC: Pass with Minimum 5Bs, including Credit in Mathematics

Foundation: Pass with minimum CGPA 2.00

Diploma: Pass with CGPA 2.00

Architecture Related Diplomas: A Diploma in Architecture related areas with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer is subject to approval by the APU Academic Board.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture

Program Overview

Key Modules

Entry Requirements

Career Prospects

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