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Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture
About
The Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture is designed to make a significant impact on your career by fostering critical evaluation and innovative thinking. Through this programme, you will analyze and challenge existing architectural designs, theories, building practices, and policies related to the built environment. As you navigate the complexities of the profession and industry challenges, you will develop sustainable solutions that advance architecture while integrating science and technology.
Students have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with experienced industry professionals and leading academics. The programme also encourages interdisciplinary engagement, providing a dynamic environment that fosters the exchange of ideas across faculties and promotes groundbreaking research in advanced architecture.
Key facts
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, May, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 15,507 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 19,868 |
Subjects
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Architecture
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | B$ 15,507 | B$ 19,868 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | B$ 15,507 | B$ 19,868 |
| Estimated cost per year | B$ 5,169 | B$ 6,623 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Master’s degree (Malaysia Qualification Framework, MQF Level 7) in Architecture or related fields or its equivalent recognised by the University.
English Language Requirements
- Minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS
- Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 (paper) or 213 (computer based – Testing CBT) or 79-80 (Internet Based Test IBT).
Curriculum
Issues and Methods of Architecture Research
The candidate will be exposed to the various issues of architecture and will be provided a basic training in writing an academic paper. This subject will be a bi-weekly lecture to be completed within one semester.
Research
Each semester, the candidate is required to have a several discussions with the supervisor to receive feedback and to discuss the progress of the research study.
Prior to graduation, the candidate is expected to publish a minimum of 4 papers in a peer-re-reviewed journal or on a peer-reviewed conference paper. An oral presentation is also required, every semester, in front of an academic audience from the faculty. This is to develop the public speaking ability and knowledge sharing.