BSc (Hons) Architecture

At UCSI University, we believe that creativity, curiosity and strong intellectual grounding are fundamental aspects of an architectural education. As students, you will thrive as you develop a sense of both breadth and depth through courses infused with market-driven software. These courses, from building construction and technology to the history of architecture, will equip you with creative design and practical skills. You will also benefit from yearly visits to architectural sites in Asia including Bali, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Korea, Tokyo and Beijing, for example. As a graduate, you will leave with a desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of people and the environments in which they live

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

​Foundation in Arts/ Science/ Equivalent

Minimum CGPA 2.0 with credit in Maths AND
Minimum credit Maths in SPM or grade ‘C’ in O-Levels

STPM

(Arts/Science stream) Minimum CGPA of 2.0 (or equivalent)
With minimum Grade ‘C’ for 2 subjects INCLUDING Maths

​UEC

(Commerce/Science stream)
Minimum 5 Credits (‘B’ grade) INCLUDING Maths

SAM/AUSMAT/WACE/SACE

Minimum ATAR score of 60 AND minimum score of 60% in Mathematics
OR
Minimum overall average of 60% in 5 subjects AND minimum score of 60% in Mathematics

​CPU

Minimum average of 65% in 6 subjects INCLUDING Maths

International Baccalaureate

Minimum 26/42 points from 6 subjects (Minimum score of 4/7 in Maths)

Local Matriculation

Minimum CGPA 2.0 INCLUDING Maths
And
Minimum credit Maths in SPM or grade 'C' in O-Level

Diploma/ Advance Diploma/ equivalent

Minimum CGPA 2.0

• Subject to School discretion and credit transfer after reviewing transcript, syllabus description & portfolio.
• Max. 30% credit transfer

Other qualification deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by MQA

Students will be considered on a case by case basis.

AND

*General Requirement:

All applicants must pass Art Education/ Engineering Drawing/ related subjects at SPM/O-level / equivalent
OR
Pass Portfolio Review in replacement of art subjects if applicable
The general requirement applies to both local and foreigner applicants.

**The Faculty reserves the right to request an interview if deemed necessary. This applies to both local and foreign applications.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

For Local Students

MUET

Band 3.5

SPM English Language

Grade B+

SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE

Grade C

UEC English Language

Grade A2

• In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.

For International Students

Cambridge Linguaskill

154

IELTS

Band 5.0

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests

154

TOEFL IBT

40

Pearson Test of English

47

MUET

Band 3.5

• Architecture Design Studio
• Building Construction and Technology
• Architecture History
• Design Communication
• Professional Communication
• Structure
• Building Services
• Computer-aided Design
• Building Science
• Theories of Architecture & Design
• Experiencing Architecture
• Professional Architecture Office Practice
• Architecture Inquiries
• Architecture Option
• Professional Architectural Internship