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Overview of BA (HONS) in Interior Architecture in Taylor's University Malaysia

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture delivers 121 / 122 / 123 credits units with 12 units for industrial training and complies with the degree programme requirements of Board of Architects Malaysia or Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM), the regulatory body for the Architecture and Interior Architecture/Design professions in Malaysia

• PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This degree programme focuses on working across the boundaries of traditional interior design with disciplines such as architecture, landscape design as well as expressive spaces in the public realm. It combines structured teaching with individual exploration, resulting in a focused yet enriching educational experience.

This degree programme is compatible with the new Taylor's Curriculum Framework that allows students to mix & match study modules.

• PRIMARY MAJOR

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

• Interior Architecture Design I
• Interior Architecture Design II
• Architecture History and Theory
• Theories of Asian Architecture
• Building Construction and Materials
• Interior Architecture Design III
• Building Science & Services

• Computer Applications
• Interior Architecture Design IV
• Detailing and Working Drawings
• Advanced Interior Architecture Design I
• Design Proposition
• Advanced Interior Architecture Design II
• Professional Practice

• Industrial Training
  • Reflective Practice
  • Practical Report

UNIVERSITY CORE

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

• Community Service Initiative
• Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3

• Life Skills for Success & Well-Being

• Millennials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics & Relationship Management

• Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2

COMPLEMENTARY SUBJECTS

The Complementary Studies component provides student the flexibility to study modules in a related or unrelated field from the same or different school to complement the Primary Major. It may be completed in a form of free electives, an extension, minors or a second major that typically requires at least one (1) semester of student learning time.

Core Electives

• Design Communication
• CAD 2D
• Materials and Finishes
• Contemporary Design Theories
• Furniture Design

AND

Free Elective Module

Choose any ONE (1) Free Electives* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.

PREREQUISITES

• SPM / O-Level with Pre-U or Foundation

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits with a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History in SPM for entry with pre-university or foundation qualification.

• SPM / O-Level with Diploma

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits with a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History in SPM for entry with Diploma qualification.

• Portfolio Assessment

Students without a Pass in SPM Art subject must Pass Portfolio Assessment.\

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Taylor’s Foundation in Design (FID)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

• Taylor’s Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

• Other Taylor's Foundation

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

• Taylor’s Diploma in Interior Design (DID)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

CC with min. CGPA 2.00

• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with min. 5Bs

• A Levels

Min. grades EE

• South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/SACE International

Min. ATAR 60

• Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects

• MUFY

55%

• Foundation and Diploma from other institutions recognised by Malaysian Government

Min. CGPA 2.00

• MoHE Matriculation

Min. CGPA 2.00

• Other Qualifications

Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• IELTS

Band 4.0

MUET

• Band 2

Pre-U / Diploma

Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English

• OVERSEAS TRANSFER OPTIONS

We offer the option of completing your Bachelor of Arts(Hons) Interior Architecture degree programme with one of our established partner universities in Australia.

AUSTRALIA (AUS)

SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

• Bachelor of Design(Interior Architecture)(Hons) 
  2 + 2 years

CAREER PROSPCETS

When you’ve successfully completed this degree programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

• Academician
• Conceptualiser
• Event & Exhibition Designer
• Film, TV, Stage, Set & Theatre Designer
• Furniture Designer
• In-House Designer

• Interior Architect / Interior Designer
• Interior Model Specialist
• Interior Photographer
• Project Manager
• Research Assistant
• Visualiser (2-D & 3-D)