Diploma in Interior Architecture

This programme offers a comprehensive understanding of space and the creation of quality spatial environments. Through representational and technical drawings, students enhance their creativity and communication of design ideas. With access to specialist labs, workshops, and design studios, students work on both conceptual and practical projects under the guidance of experienced academics, transforming innovative ideas into reality.

Academic Requirements

• SPMV/SPM/‘O’ Levels (Arts/Science stream): Pass with a minimum of 3 Credits (‘C’ grade for O-Level).

• SKM/SKK: Pass SKM/SKK Level 3 in a related field AND Pass SPM with a minimum of 1 credit.

• Level 3 (MQF):

  1. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) in a related field AND Pass SPM with a minimum of 1 subject.
     OR

  2. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) with CGPA 2.0 in a related field.

• UEC (Commerce/Science stream): Pass with a minimum grade ‘B’ in 3 subjects.

• STPM: Pass with a minimum ‘C’ grade (CGPA 2.0) in 1 subject.

• STAM: Pass with Magbul grade.

• A-Level: Minimum Grade ‘D’ in 1 subject.

• SAM: Minimum average of 50% in 5 subjects.

• CPU: Minimum average of 50% in 6 subjects.

• Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Level by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency: Minimum average of 50%.

Art Requirement

• All applicants must pass Art Education, Engineering Drawing, or a related subject at SPM/O-Level or equivalent.
  OR

• Pass a Portfolio Review in replacement of the art subject if applicable.

The general rule applies to both local and foreign applicants.

Recognition
Upon successfully completing the Diploma programme, students will gain:

• Direct entry into Year 2 (Semester 3) of the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture at UCSI University.

English Language Requirements

For Local Students

• MUET: Band 2

• SPM English: Grade B+

• UEC English Language: Grade A2

• TOEFL IBT: 30-31

• IELTS: Band 4.0

• 1119/O-Level/IGCSE: Grade C

• Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill: 140

• Pearson Test: 36

• CEFR: B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)

If 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: 140

• IELTS: Band 4.0

• Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 140

• TOEFL IBT: 30

• Pearson Test of English: 36

• MUET: Band 3

• CEFR: B1 (High B1)

• 1119/O-Level/IGCSE: Grade C

Year 1

• Technical Mathematics
• Building Construction & Science
• Introduction to Design Principles
• Architecture Drawing I
• Furniture Design
• English Communication
• Interior Architecture Studio 1
• Architecture Drawing II
• Building Construction & Materials
• Architecture History 1
• Architectural Digital Media 1
• Introduction to Writing & Research
• Architectural Digital Media 2

Year 2

• Furniture Workshop
• Community Architecture 
• Interior Architecture Studio 2
• Architecture Drawing III
• Building Construction I
• Architecture History 2
• Services
• Interior Architecture Studio 3
• Interior Architecture Technology 2
• Professional Office Practice
• Interior Architecture Research & Development
• Working Drawing

Year 3 (**6-months)

• 6 month Industry Experience

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
   (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)

For foreign students:

1. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
   (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)