• Urban Design
• Urban Culture
• Urban Management
• Urban Conservation
• Architecture History and Theory
• Islamic Architecture
• Vernacular Architecture
• Human Factors in Architecture
• Architecture Design
• Architectural Media
• Digital Architecture
• Digital Conservation
• Park and Recreational Design
• Cultural Landscape
• Rural Planning and Development

• Affordable Housing
• Social Housing
• Housing Design and Construction
• Security and Community Development
• Housing Market
• Housing Delivery System

• Energy Efficient Building
• Industrialized Building Systems (IBS)
• Building Energy Simulation

• Firm Performance
• Construction and Real Estate Entrepreneur

• Construction Economics
• Sustainable Construction Management
• Risk Management
• Green Construction Management
• Quality Management
• Leadership
• Innvation Adoption in Construction
• Corporate Management

Philosophy

Architecture as an integrative discipline drawing upon technical, social, and economic knowledge to transform the way humanity inhabits the earth in the creation of a pleasing and sustainable built environment in which to dwell.

Vision

To set forth an Architecture programme at UNIMAS that draws upon the special material, cultural and ecological circumstances of our locality to pioneer holistic approaches to the built environment. Faced with global issues of climate change, habitat and species loss, urban poverty and rural transformation, architecture needs to embrace a sustainability that is informed by indigeneity of people, culture and land to create a lasting, flourishing built environment that is global in outlook and uniquely Sarawakian in practice.

Mission

To produce versatile and responsible graduates with honest, ethical and creative minds in promoting Architecture for humanity and the advancement of knowledge.

1. To produce semi-professional graduates capable of advancing technology and driving innovation in the field of architecture.

2. To enable semi-professional graduates to focus on the process of design, discovering, through experiment, methods of working that develop aesthetic judgment and means of self-evaluation.

3. To cultivate and set forth an ethical attitude in the workplace as the basis for the development and advancement of the architectural profession among graduates.

4. To produce semi-professional graduates who are versatile, entrepreneurial, responsible and knowledgeable in the building industry for the progress of the nation.

Upon graduating from this programme, the students are able to:

1. Describe key architectural works, cultural movements and ideas, their theoretical and cultural context and relevance to design.

2. Apply the technical aspects of architectural technology to analyze, evaluate and make informed judgments on a wide range of architectural problems and situations.

3. Integrate architectural knowledge into socially meaningful design response through collaboration, teamwork and community engagement.

4. Engage effectively in self-directed life-long learning and adapt to changes in industry.

5. Demonstrate and articulate design skills from concept formation until design development.

6. Communicate complex design ideas through verbal, visual, digital and written media.

7. Recognize the effect of geometry, quantity, dimension, scale and cost on design decisions.

8. Apply and integrate knowledge of architectural theory, culture, design pedagogy and legislation toward professional practice and entrepreneurial activity in the field of architecture.

9. Implement graphic techniques using a wide variety of media to explain the Architectural design process.

10. Demonstrate ability to initiate and lead a team collaboratively in the process of conceiving and developing architecture solutions.

11. Demonstrate ethical values in accomplishing tasks and projects through utilizing knowledge of professional practice.

Within the studio, students engage in problem-based design projects that challenge them to develop architectural solutions and communicate their ideas through evidence-based outputs such as drawings, models, and other design representations. Studio learning encompasses a wide range of activities, including lectures, site analyses, guest talks, discussions, critique sessions, portfolio reviews, exhibitions, field-based learning experiences, and presentations. The outcomes of studio work may take various forms, such as presentation boards, animations, physical and digital models, reports, sketches, renderings, and other design documentation that demonstrate the students’ learning and creative development.

Critique session (or “crit”) is a structured discussion and feedback session focused on a design project, during which tutors and peers openly share their observations, opinions, and suggestions. Crits may be conducted individually or in groups, and can take place in either formal or informal settings.

Site visits help students develop a clear understanding of a site through direct observation and investigation. Relevant to both studio and non-studio courses, these visits involve activities such as site analysis, measurements, research, and interviews to identify key site conditions, issues, and opportunities.

Lectures are primarily used for theory-based courses. Although a traditional teaching method, they are often conducted interactively, promoting autonomous and student-centred learning. In addition to lecturer-led instruction, industry professionals and community representatives are frequently invited to share their expertise and experiences.

Tutorials are designed to accommodate individual learning needs and enhance knowledge retention. They provide personalized guidance and hands-on learning experiences that complement lectures, ensuring that specific skills and knowledge are effectively transferred to students in a more focused and interactive manner.

1. Maximise advanced technical knowledge and critical problem solving skills.

2. Integrate functional work skills towards industry leadership

3. Establish themselves as successful entrepreneurs in the industry

4. Uphold professionalism and ethics for benefit of society and nation at large

Upon graduating from this programme, the students are able to:

1. Apply advanced knowledge of built environment specifically in design and construction management.

2. Generate solutions to problems using scientific and critical thinking skills in the built environment.

3. Interpret sustainability theory into practice in a holistic manner from design to construction management.

4. Demonstrate the ability to productively participate in group situations.

5. Formulate appropriate communication strategies for effective working with peers and stakeholders.

6. Adapt the range of digital technologies in developing and sharing of design and project information.

7. Apply qualitative and quantitative techniques in built environment research.

8. Cultivate leadership style for high-performing project management team.

9. Appraise personal performance objectively for self-improvement and development within a dynamic environment.

10. Develop entrepreneurialism and business acumen suited for the construction industry.

11. Appraise the inter-disciplinary nature of law ethically and professionally in construction design management.

• Construction Sustainability

• Construction Design Management

• Advanced Construction Economics and Project Financing

• Project Management

• Research Methodology & Skills

• Energy and Sustainability in Construction Design Management

• Building Information Modelling

• Construction Contract and Adjudication

• Dissertation I & II

• Integrated Construction Design Management 1 & 2