The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture delivers 121 / 122 / 123 credits units with 12 units for industrial training and complies with the degree programme requirements of Board of Architects Malaysia or Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM), the regulatory body for the Architecture and Interior Architecture/Design professions in Malaysia. 

INTAKE

JANUARY, MARCH, AUGUST

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This degree programme focuses on working across the boundaries of traditional interior design with disciplines such as architecture, landscape design as well as expressive spaces in the public realm. It combines structured teaching with individual exploration, resulting in a focused yet enriching educational experience.

This degree programme is compatible with the new Taylor’s Curriculum Framework that allows students to mix & match study modules.

Click here to find out more about the Taylor’s Curriculum Framework.

PRIMARY MAJOR

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

• Interior Architecture Design I
• Interior Architecture Design II
• Architecture History and Theory
• Theories of Asian Architecture
• Building Construction and Materials
• Interior Architecture Design III
• Building Science & Services

• Computer Applications
• Interior Architecture Design IV
• Detailing and Working Drawings
• Advanced Interior Architecture Design I
• Design Proposition
• Advanced Interior Architecture Design II
• Professional Practice

• Industrial Training
  • Reflective Practice
  • Practical Report

*All information is subject to change. 

UNIVERSITY CORE

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

• Community Service Initiative

• Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3

• Life Skills for Success & Well-Being

• Millennials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics & Relationship Management

• Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2

*Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.

**All information is subject to change. 

COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES

The Complementary Studies component provides student the flexibility to study modules in a related or unrelated field from the same or different school to complement the Primary Major. It may be completed in a form of free electives, an extension, minors or a second major that typically requires at least one (1) semester of student learning time.

Click here to see a full list of all available Complementary Studies Components.

Core Electives

• Design Communication
• CAD 2D
• Materials and Finishes

• Contemporary Design Theories
• Furniture Design

AND

Free Elective Module

Choose any ONE (1) Free Electives* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.

*Subject to availability.

*Meet min. module pre- & co-requisite.

**All information is subject to change. 

FUTURE CAREERS

When you’ve successfully completed this degree programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

• Academician
• Conceptualiser
• Event & Exhibition Designer
• Film, TV, Stage, Set & Theatre Designer
• Furniture Designer
• In-House Designer

• Interior Architect / Interior Designer
• Interior Model Specialist
• Interior Photographer
• Project Manager
• Research Assistant
• Visualiser (2-D & 3-D)

REQUIREMENTS

PREREQUISITES

SPM / O-Level with Pre-U or Foundation

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits with a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History in SPM for entry with pre-university or foundation qualification. (Except for UEC)

SPM / O-Level with Diploma

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits with a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History in SPM for entry with Diploma qualification.

Portfolio Assessment

Pass portfolio assessment (physical interview and Visual Aptitude Test (VAT).

*All information is subject to change. 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Taylor’s Foundation in Design (FID)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Taylor’s Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Other Taylor’s Foundation

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Taylor’s Diploma in Interior Design (DID)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

CC with min. CGPA 2.00

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with min. 5Bs

Levels

Min. grades EE

South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/SACE International

Min. ATAR 60

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects

MUFY

50%

Foundation and Diploma from other institutions recognised by Malaysian Government

Min. CGPA 2.00

MOE Matriculation

Min. CGPA 2.00

Other Qualifications

Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

*All information is subject to change.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

IELTS

Band 4.0

MUET

Band 2

Pre-U / Diploma

Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English

Taylor’s EET

Overall Score 4.0

Taylor’s IEN

Level 1- Grade C or Level 2 – Grade C

*All information is subject to change. 

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