as far as i know, shahputra is the only college running twinning with UTM. twintech have discontinued and are now running their own programme.

why not try diploma in UTM directly?

intake has passed (june 2011).

yes, u can take the IPTS diploma path. however, we have yet to see any good performing students coming from IPTS into UTM. in our record, none have every qualified.

although twinnings dont necessarily mean u have better chance, but it does mean more credit transfers than the rest.

and finally, shahputra have been marketing that their students are UTM students. honestly, they are not. well not yet, anyways .

Don't sweat on it; this is Architecture History 101 subject.

An Oculus is basically a historical feature of a building; it is commonly found as an opening in the marble Dome architecture of Ancient European Classical Architecture;

The feature usually accommodates a "mezzanine space" (surrounded by decorative wrought iron or marble balustrades) directly below the top of the marble Dome (in the interior facing side of the dome). In addition, a dome "lantern" or "Cupola" surrounded by colonnades (or multiple rows/clusters of stone columns) or windows, located "right at the top of the Dome" itself, and usually constructed with high quality marble stonework as well; this is also a common accommodating feature of the "Oculus". (Usually with carved out decorative marble stone stairways leading up/down from the mezzanine floor-way itself as well.) In St. Paul's Cathedral, England (being a huge Baroque architecture style building by itself), the space of the dome itself even contains a large-broad ornamented marble spiral stairway leading all the way up to a private library-gallery space above... (You can also find such similar features in other classical building types in Russia & other European countries such as in France & Italy just to name a few...)

Architecture History itself is a very interesting & fascinating subject indeed, and there is just lacking an adequate amount of books concerning the various topics in it; in greater-depth, notably in the libraries of colleges/universities. (Yet we also have many architecture students complaining & "questioning" the point/relevance of studying Western Architecture History in the very first place... Where there is also the lacking in emphasis on this particular subject in general.)

Regards.

if u arent willing to go through SPM, then ur choice will be limited to diplomas. excluding polytechnics, UTM is the only IPTA offering diploma in architecture. so ur choice will be very limited here, as the competition for that diploma is nothing short than life-threatening.

but if u're open to ur choices, polytechnics are a good bet. their diploma is recognized by most IPTAs for 2nd year intake. if not, then they'd be good enough for u to at least come in at 1st year. hey, as long as u dont have to go through STPM, right?

other than that, u have the IPTS. and as u are aware, they can be very expensive, and some not recognized at all.

from our perspective, all polytechnics are equal. so just choose whichever most convenient for u.

as for the chances, well UTM diploma will have almost 95% chance of continuing for their degree here. but it's crazy hard to get in (via diploma). fortunately for u, polytechnic diplomas will not compete with the UTM diploma, as UTM diploma comes in at 3rd year, while the poly dip at 2nd year. so different intakes there.

Dear yuvanraj;

Studying in an IPTS (in general) involves a lot of money compared to an IPTA; especially when it comes to a course like Architecture. In this course, you will also generally be spending quite a lot of money on your materials, medias, & stationary as such (just like in an Art & Design course). So if money is an issue, then you may like to rule out the IPTS. However, if money is not an issue, then feel free to pursue this course in a private institution like Taylors University, Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (also known as LUCT), UCSI (University), and Alfa College (formerly known as Aliff College).

However, just keep in mind that Taylors University no longer offers a Diploma in Architecture anymore. (You will go for their Part 1 Degree in Architecture instead.)

LUCT (Limkokwing University) offers a Diploma, Part 1 Degree, as well as the Part 2 Degree in Architecture as well. (None of the other IPTS offers the Part 2 Degree at the present, except for this particular private institution LUCT.)

Feel free to check out the respective official websites of these private institutions (IPTS) to get more information about their respective Architecture programs.

Next would be the issue of accreditation (for this country of Malaysia); where none of the private institutions (IPTS) have the accreditation status currently. (This could be an issue if you would like to practice Architecture in this country after completing the course, however, it will not be an issue if you practice this profession in oversea countries.)

The LAM - PAM accreditation does not apply to the Diploma programs.

The private institutions offers their respective foundation program for O-Level/SPM level students to gain entry into their respective architecture degree program without A-Levels/STPM level.

But all IPTA does not offer foundation programs (except UIAM/IIUM); where the STPM is required of Malaysian students, and the A-Levels from international students.
The IPTA (public government universities) are much more affordable compared to the IPTS, and both Part 1 & Part 2 Degrees are accredited by LAM - PAM. However, the big disadvantage is that the competition is very fierce, where it is very challenging to secure a place. (There are many students competing for a place; it can be as many as 3000+ students competing for just 30 places in just one intake alone, and there is only just one intake per-year compared to the multiple-intakes per-year of the private institutions.)

Finally, once you are accepted into an IPTA, you are also expected to perform consistently up to the mark (it is not going to be easy); where failing to perform up to the mark in a consistent manner will get you kicked out, and be replaced by another (more eligible) student. (The Society matters over an Individual in an IPTA.)

Just be informed that you will also need to stay out (away from home) if you are studying in an IPTA; this is because all of the IPTA campuses (except UM & UTM KL) are all located away from the main city, and situated in the more rural regions & suburbs; far away & isolated. In contrast, all of the private institutions (except LUCT) are located in the main city; close to your home. (Ultimately, it primarily depends on where you are staying as well, or the location of your home.) The IPTA also require all 1st year students to stay in the hostel of the campus, and use the public transportation system; not being allowed to use your own private vehicle (in the 1st year).

But, you will also "most likely" need to stay in the hostel too, at (Limkokwing University Cyberjaya) if you would like to study there; however, the big difference is that the new hostel building at LUCT is totally brand new right now, and the new rooms are also big, fully furnished, + with attached personal bathroom (as such, you do not have to share your room & toilet with anyone). (However, you will have to pay quite a significant amount for the good accommodation & services at LUCT...)

Similarly at Taylors University (if you ever have to stay in the hostel), everything is brand new & clean as well. The accommodation is great with options for single en-suite rooms with attached personal bathrooms (with no sharing with anyone at all); but as usual, you will have to pay for the good quality accommodation too. (In short, you will have to pay "quite a significant amount" for the otherwise much "better" accommodation facilities & services available at these private institutions; including SEGI University's new campus as well.)

[These are primarily the pros & cons of studying in an IPTA or IPTS.]
Other basic information concerning Architecture can be found at the beginning of this thread.

Regards.

1. I wonder...by the time I get Part 2 at UiTM...I would be having a master right?

2. Can I become lecturer on architecture? Or I need to get Part 3 first? Or there are other special requirements?

3. Can I continue for PHD after that?

part 1 already be lecturer?

Quick question..

Is 3k salary a lot to ask for for part 1 grad from Australia with 2 years working experience?

Without any other information/portfolio, does this sounds a lot?

Applying for a firm in Subang Jaya

I read an official announcement regarding Taylor's Part 1 degree being the first accredited IPTS by LAM. Congrats! I'm stoked.