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Course Overview

This programme will provide you with a broad understanding of space and how good spatial qualities are created. Using both representational and technically sound drawings, you will be able to reinforce your creativity through effective communication of design. You will also have access to specialist laboratories, workshops and design studios.

Under the tutelage of highly experienced academics in dedicated facilities, you will work on a rich blend of conceptual and pragmatic projects. Here, you will generate more than just brilliant ideas — you will turn them into realities.

* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022. (Source: )

Assessments

Assessments vary from the list below depending on the course:

• Project critique session.
• In-class assignment.
• Coursework.
• Written examination.
• Site investigation / survey.
• Portfolio review.
• Workshop participation.

Curriculum

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)

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

?SPMV/SPM/‘O’ Levels

(Arts/Science stream)
Pass with minimum 3 Credits (‘C’ grade for O-Level)

SKM / SKK

Pass SKM/SKK level 3 in related field AND *Pass SPM with min 1 credit

(Level 3, MQF)

1. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) in the related field AND *Pass SPM with min 1 subject
OR
2. Pass Community College Certificate (Level 3 MQF) with CGPA 2.0 in the related field

UEC

(Commerce/Science stream)
Pass with minimum grade ‘B’ for 3 credits

?STPM

Pass with minimum ‘C’ grade (CGPA 2.0) for 1 subject

?STAM

Pass with (Magbul grade)

A-Level

Minimum Grade ‘D’ for 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 Malaysian Qualifications Agency

Minimum average of 50%

AND

*Art Requirement:

All applicants must pass Art Education/ Engineering Drawing/ related subject at SPM/O-Level / equivalent

OR

Pass Portfolio Review in replacement of 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 Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Interior Architecture, 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

4.0

1119/O-Level/IGCSE

Grade C

Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill

140

Pearson Test

36

CEFR

B1 (with at least 2 skill at B1)

• 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

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

• International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00920) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and / or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
• The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.

Career Prospects

Graduates will be able to gain professional working experience in:

• Interior Design & Architectural Firm
• Developer Firm
• Film and Television Organisation
• Construction Firm

Graduates may also venture into other fields of expertise, such as:

• Interior Architect/Designer/Consultant
• Project Manager
• Environmental & Theme Park Design
• Residential Design
• Hospitality & Healthcare Design
• Technical Assistant / Draftsperson
• Site Supervisor
• Lighting & Furniture Design
• Retail & Commercial Design
• Stage, Set & Exhibit Design

Opportunities also exist in support areas including:

• Building Product Marketing & Promotion
• Building Industry Resource-Supplier
• Facilities Management & Development
• 3-D Visualiser