what's the plan after that? for part 2, i mean?

Noted. I will do that in the future.

The date is just an example. Please check with LAM directly. U can apply any time, and will usually be assigned to the nearest exam.

Regarding certs, u need to check with ur uni. Most unis have convos 3-4months after finish studies, meaning u'll waste time there. But they can issue a letter that certifies i have finished studies and waiing for convocation.

U can use this letter to apply.

australian is currently one of the most expensive place to study in. the fees are high in AUD, so conversions will kill u immediately. then comes the living costs, which in total is even more expensive than the UK.

if u want cheap, try EU schools like germany. of course they're not accredited by LAM. but we've had many graduates from there and they had no problem passing the LAM exams when they get back here.

i mean after that. because ur decision in part 1 can affect where u can end up with (or even limit ur choices) for part 2.

there are generally two ways u can become a successful professor of architecture:

a. garnering enough experience as a professional (part 3);
b. becoming an expert with a PhD.
(or combination of both)

most IPTAs nowadays will only entertain candidates with either part 3 or a PhD to become their fulltime academic staff. of course, there are IPTAs that are still growing who are willing to take part2 with masters, but those positions are filling up fast.

despite what people think, there are literally hundreds of people currently taking PhD in architecture all over malaysia. it'll spawn about 20-30 PhD holders per year, enough to cover the needs of architecture academician in the next 10-15 years.

if u really wanna go down this path, i recommend going for either of the two (part 3 or PhD), whichever u can get faster or for certain. the demand for those will remain high for the next 10 years or so, as i see that many lecturers in various schools will be retiring soon.

It's here! The long awaited M.Arch (Part-Time) is now open for intakes. UTM have been working hard in converting and revamping the old B.Arch (LAM Part 2) SPACE programme, and now it's finally available.

The interview will be conducted on 27 January 2017 (Friday) in UTM KL Campus Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra (old: Jalan Semarak). Apply online at the link below. The code of the programme is MBESA1BKA (remember to get this right or else you'll be applying to the wrong programme!).

http://admission.utm.my/

The UTM M.Arch PT spans 3.5 years (7 semesters), with the programme mirrors the Full-Time programme. However, the running of the studio differs slightly where students are required to be attached to a practice and conduct their studies integratively.

The programme will be conducted in part-time mode where classes/studios will be on weekends (Saturday/Sunday) in KL Campus. This is not a distance-learning or online programme; you have to be physically in UTM.

Basic Requirements:
a. Meets the general university requirements (SPM Credit in BM and Maths);
b. Holds a recognized undergraduate degree in architecture with at least 3.00cgpa**;
c. Certified with LAM Part 1***;
d. Have fulfilled at least 6 months working experience in related industry;
e. Must be attached to a practicing architecture firm through the duration of the studies; and
f. Passing the Intake Interview (27 January 2017).

**For candidates below 3.00, they must have at least 2 years of working experience in the related industry to compensate.
***Either automatic accreditation or passing independent exams.

Intake Interview Requirements:
i. Original personal documents
ii. Original certificates
iii. Portfolio of professional works as well as during studies (including anything else that might interest us)
iv. Reference letter from the current employer/practice indicating their support and endorsement.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask here.


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In case you guys are still interested, the UTM M.Arch (Part time) is now open for business!

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hi there.

no, i'm not part of BeAR, but im acquainted with the people who runs them. one of the founder, Ar. Suhainy, is my ex-classmate.

the plan is, he controls the practice, i control academia. muahahahhaha

Yes. Accreditation pending the 1st batch of graduates.

the part time programme is the same with the fulltime. at the moment, it has still yet to make its way to the website. but if you go to admissions and apply, the course code for the part time programme will be there (MBESA1BKA).

is there anything i can help u with?

You missed the Feb 2017 window. We already interviewed last week. You could still apply for Sep 2017 intake though.

hello there. lets go straight to the point:

i. senibina or seni bina = architecture
ii. perancangan bandar dan wilayah = town and regional planning
iii. ukur bahan = quantity surveying
iv. ukur bangunan = building surveying

all of these sound very similar. and for a good reason. these are professions in the built environment and they have different roles in the construction industry. architects design buildings, advises the clients directly on socio-cultural, impact and legal matters pertaining the building.

town planners, as its name sake, deals with large scale developments. they decide where the roads go, the infrastructure, zoning and the whole lot. they determine what buildings can be built on a lot.

quantity surveying is basically the accountants and auditors in the built environment.

building surveying is more like forensic detectives that deals with the life of a building AFTER it's been built. they do life cycle cost analysis, check for wear and tear and the lot.

regarding language, the only architecture school that uses predominantly malay (as far as i know) is UKM. even UiTM is 80% english already.

it's open all year round. but we prefer if you apply anytime between march and june.

i dont have the data. but so far i've never heard anyone repeat more than twice. the examination is clear: u need to be up to par with any schools with part 2. and it is outlined in the accreditation manual. just look at any part 2 programmes and make sure u match their standards. that's all i can say.

the repeaters are usually really, really weak: they went overseas because they couldnt secure a place locally, but then could only enroll in schools that are only interested in their money. so in the end, money speaks, that the school let them graduate even if they're below par.

Latest paths to architecture (March 2017)

New schools have been added to the list.


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yes.

hello there.

no, studio hours (beyond normal office hours) do not affect the accreditation. LAM requires students to be allowed access to dedicated spaces within suitable working hours. the suitability is up to the school to interpret based on Student Learning Time (SLT) defined in the curriculum.

for example, a school that loads the studio with 8 credits would be interpreted as

(8credits x 40hours) / 14 weeks in a semester

320 / 14 = 22 working hours per week.

that 22 working hours per week is the total load you should spend in the studio, including normal studio meetings, crits, presentations and assessments. so if your school allows access 14 hours in week days (70 hours) + 12 hours on sundays, that's already 82hours per week. even if you subtract 3 hours per day (for makan, rest etc) and 12 hours per week for other subjects/classes, you'll still end up with 52 hours.

so by definition, the school have provided not just the required hours for you to access your studio, but had provided extra as well.

in UTM, we play by similar rules. studio closes at 11pm for logistical purposes. you're not paying the bills. the security cant be responsible if anything happens during that time. so students have to work efficiently, maximize the time they had, and later go back, rest, and come in early. but we do allow 24 hours studios when submissions are approaching.

we also allow a single 24 hour studio (that can house 30 students) where anyone who needs to use it can apply, regardless of year of study. because lets face it, in a studio of 15 students, not everyone will work 24 hours. there's no point opening up a studio with lights, aircond and internet only for ONE student to use, right? so for these students, they can pool in the 24 hour studio.

here's the catch: if the guards came and check and you're not at your station, you'll be dropped out of the 24 hour studio to make way for other students who needs it.

Just remember that architects negotiate everything.

Time to put that skill to use.

And by negotiating, it means that you have to bring something to offer on the table too. If you dont, then that's not negotiating. That's demanding.

Hi there. Sorry that information is outdated. We upgraded our programme recently, and starting 2014 all intakes from diploma will join at 2nd year level, regardless of previous performance.

In addition to that, they will need to add another semester after their 3rd year to complete the subject requirements, making the entire duration 2.5 years for B.Sc.Arch.

This is the standard practice set by MQA regulation on maximum credit transfers between programmes. In UTM u will join at 2nd year, but in some schools u join at 1st year. Whichever it is, all diploma holderd will have to do 2.5years for degree.

This post has been edited by azarimy: Apr 25 2017, 06:43 PM