Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science)  (3+0)

Awarded by Curtin University of Technology, Australia

The degree programme is jointly offered by Limkokwing University of Creative Technology and Curtin University of Technology, one of the most comprehensive universities in Australia. The curriculum of the programme is fully delivered by Limkokwing University of Creative Technology and moderated by Curtin University of Technology, Australia.

The curriculum of the Faculty of Architecture & the Built Environment offers a broad education in professional architectural subjects. An emphasis on the solving of actual theoretical problems enhances the knowledge and skills that link understanding to experience, theory to practice and art to science in ways that directly respond to human needs, aspirations and sensibilities. Through its consortium of architects, interior designers, engineers, quantity surveyors and lecturers, the faculty aims to provide a service to society and the profession by enhancing the state-of-the-art in architectural design, technology and the urban environment.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) programme is a 3+0 degree course that leads to Bachelor Degree in Applied Science in Architectural Science awarded by Curtin University of Technology and equivalent to the Part 1.

Entry Requirements

  • Pass STPM / A Level with minimum 2 principals; OR
  • Pass Foundation in Built Environment; OR
  • Pass Diploma in Architecture / Architecture Technology; OR
  • Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government; AND
  • Pass Arts in SPM / O Level; OR pass portfolio assessment (for students without a pass in Art subject)

Students with a recognised Diploma in the relevant field will be given credit exemptions based on past results and portfolio review (where applicable).

International Students

For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System (PDF) to see if you qualify for this course.

Programme Structure

Year 1
Semester 1 Semester 2
Architecture & Culture 101 Architecture Design 102
Building Technology 101 Architecture & Culture 102
Architecture Design 101 Building Technology 102
Design Communication 101 Communication Principles 112
Communication Principles 111 Ecologically Sustainable Design 102
  Design Communications 102
Malaysian Studies *
Year 2
Semester 3 Semester 4
Building Science 201 Building Science 202
Architecture & Culture 201 Building Technology 204
Architectural Design 201 Architectural Design 202
Computer Aided Design Architecture & Culture 202
Bahasa Kebangsaan B DIP/DEG * Architectural Techniques 202
Building Technology 203
Year 3
Semester 5 Semester 6
Building Technology 301 Building Science 302
Architechture & Culture 301 Building Technology 302
Building Science 301 Architectural Design 302
Architectural Design 301 Architechture & Culture 302
Architectural Option 301 Architectural Option 302
  Architectural Option 302 Working Drawing

* Not applicable for international students

Career Opportunities

For a graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Architectural Science, job opportunities are:

  • Architectural Assistant
  • Assistant Designer
  • Project Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Site Supervisor
  • Architecture/Design Consultant
  • Interior Designer/Interior Architect
  • Landscape Designer
  • 3D Visualiser
  • Architectural Model Specialist
  • Tutor
  • Architectural Draftsman
  • Architectural Photographer
  • CAD/3D Visualiser
  • Graphic Designer
  • Theme Park Conceptual Architect
  • Architectural Structure Specialist
  • Residential/Commercial Architect
  • Resort/Hotel Architectural Conceptualiser
  • Town Planning Conceptual Architect