The Centre of Studies for Architecture is currently running two degree programmes in architecture. The Bachelor of Science (Architecture) programme [LAM/RIBA Part 1] prepares students in obtaining first degree qualification; while the Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) Programme [LAM/RIBA Part 2] is a professional programme that qualifies graduates to hold a position as an architect. Beginning September 2011, Master of Architecture (MArch) is offering full time course. Both programmes are structured in view of producing graduates with creative design skills, leadership and entrepreneurial qualities. The courses emphasise the importance of students' responsiveness towards the environments, in addition to the scientific-and-technological approach of the curricula. The holistic training approach ensures well-rounded and responsible graduates who would uphold ethics in their career alongside taking due care of the needs of the present and future generations.


Objectives of the programme:

• To provide students with education and training for a career in architecture
• To educate students with curricula that integrate the academic and practical skills
• To emphasise on students the need to be critical, sensitive and responsive in support to the global sustainable agenda in their projects
• To promote teamwork through group projects and other appropriate forms of teaching and learning
• To encourage academic excellence through research and consultations in the field of architecture
• To provide quality environment for teaching and learning, and recognitions from local and international bodies

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Interior Design is a profession that existed because of the needs for qualified professionals to plan and create well designed interior spaces for human activities such as working, recreation, entertaining, shopping and living. The growth in the building industry has enabled this new profession to develop and further assist the industry in planning and designing the built environment that may answer and satisfy the human needs.

The Centre of Studies for Interior Architecture was established in 1975 in Shah Alam as the centre of studies of Interior Design and was a pioneer interior design education in Malaysia. The centre of studies changed its name to the Department of Interior Architecture in1997.

Two programmes are currently offered by the centre of studies, the Diploma in Interior Design and Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Hons). The Diploma programme is currently conducted at Seri Iskandar campus only while the Degree programme is at Puncak Alam campus.