Taylor’s School of Architecture • Building • Design

Quantity Surveying
Architecture

2011
Building: Selfridges, Birmingham, England

Welcome to Taylor’s School of

Architecture · Building · Design
Since its establishment in 1998, the School has achieved a renowned
tradition of excellence in built environment education and research in
Malaysia. The School is one of the largest private institutions of higher
learning offering built environment programmes to students from over
20 countries. We offer undergraduate programmes in two major areas
of built environment, namely Architecture, and Quantity Surveying.
All programmes are approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
and the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

We are reputed for our quality programmes, experienced faculty

members, strong industry linkages and effective teaching and learning
strategies. By studying in our innovative and multidisciplinary school,
you will be prepared to pursue professional qualifications in the built
environment fields as well as develop a wide range of knowledge and
skills to shape the world we live in.

A meaningful environment forms a necessary and essential part of
human existence. The famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright aptly said
that “all fine architectural values are human values, else not valuable.”
The key role of the built environment professional is to create appropriate
spaces for different human activities through innovative, functional
and sustainable design, while maintaining clients’ briefs and budgets
to ensure that their interests and values are not compromised.
We seek to inculcate in our students a deep appreciation and
understanding of the environmental conditions that shape our
experiences for meaningful existence. We also endeavour to instill
in them a desire to continuously improve the quality of the environment
for individuals and the community at large by challenging them to think
analytically, plan wisely, design imaginatively and build efficiently.
At our School, a variety of teaching and learning strategies are employed
to maximise the students’ learning experience. Students will receive a
strong educational foundation through numerous overseas excursions,
public lectures, research seminars and extra-curricular activities to
facilitate students’ active engagement with the various disciplines of
studies and personal development. This is to ensure our students
have an all-round education that will enable them to excel in their further
studies and develop skills and experiences that prepare them to
become outstanding professionals in their chosen fields.
I invite you to explore the School through this prospectus in your quest
to become a professional in the exciting and rewarding built environment
industry. Frank Lloyd Wright summed up our expectations of our students:
“I know the price of success: dedication, hard work, and an unremitting
devotion to the things you want to see happen”. I challenge you to
place your trust in our ability to help you achieve the success that you
dream about.

Professor Dato’ Dr. Hassan Said

Vice Chancellor and President
Taylor’s University
 contents
02 Why Taylor’s
03 The Taylor’s Edge
04 Taylor’s School of Architecture · Building · Design
05 Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in
Southeast Asia (MASSA)
06 Architecture Progression Chart
07 Quantity Surveying Progression Chart
08-09 Taylor’s University
10 The Architect - A Master Conductor
11 The Quantity Surveyor - Masters of Cost Control
12-13 Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE)
14-15 Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
16-17 Fields of Study Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
18-19 Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)
20-21 Fields of Study Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)
22 Internships
23 Professional Registration Pathway
24-29 Showcase
30-31 Real World Exploration
32-33 Student Achievements
34-35 Staff Profile
36-37 Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
38-39 Student Services
40 Map
 Taylor’s has continuously provided excellent services to students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum
and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to-date
facilities and well-equipped campuses.

In 2006, Taylor’s was officially granted ‘University’ status, which resulted in two distinct identities under the tertiary arm
of Taylor’s: Taylor’s College, which hosts all pre-university and bridging programmes, and Taylor’s University, which hosts
undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes. In response to the nation’s goal of becoming a regional
centre of education excellence and the pressing need for knowledgeable human capital, Taylor’s built Malaysia’s first
state-of-the-art modern tropical university campus. The first phase of the project, known as Taylor’s Lakeside Campus,
opened in January 2010. Set on 27 acres of tropical greenery with a panoramic 5.5-acre lake, the RM450 million
campus houses all of Taylor’s undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes, and also serves as Taylor’s
flagship campus.

In April 2010, we launched our PhD Fellowships for outstanding scholars in the fields of
Engineering, Science and Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts. This is in line with the government’s
vision of producing 60,000 PhD holders by 2020. With PhD study recognised as an important
component of the research landscape at Taylor’s, postgraduate studies are passionately

Why
supported through the resources of the Taylor’s Graduate School (TGS).

The most recent and significant milestone in Taylor’s history so far arrived on September 2010,
when we were officially upgraded to University status. This recognition is a boost for Taylor’s to

Taylor’s
continue upholding the quality of our teaching and learning environment and meet Malaysia’s
agenda of a world-class, high income economy.

Over the years, the institution, our staff and students have garnered numerous awards and
accolades at the national and international levels. Among the highlights are:

IRated ‘Tier 5: Excellent’ Brand Excellence Awards (Hospitality Asia Platinum

by the Ministry of Higher
Education in the 2009
MQA Rating System for
Malaysian Higher Education
Institutions (SETARA ’09)
2008 – a prestigious
award by the Ministry
of International Trade &
Industry Malaysia (MITI)
in recognition of industry
excellence Pacific Asia
Travel Association) Gold
Awards 2008 (Education
and Training category)
and HAPA
Awards) for Hospitality
School of the Year 2007-
2008 – Taylor’s School
of Hospitality, Tourism &
Culinary Arts won these
two major awards for its
commitment to grooming
industry professionals and
excellence in hospitality &
tourism education
Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Learning from the best is the surest way of getting the added edge to succeed in life. At Taylor’s, the culture
of excellence in teaching and learning extends to both teaching staff and students alike. Dedicated and
passionate about their roles as educators, Taylor’s lecturers go out of their way to assist students in their
acquisition of knowledge and intellectual development in order to prepare them well for the working world.
Taylor’s places a high priority in providing students with an engaging and holistic learning environment.

The Taylor’s Teaching and Learning Centre was established to facilitate professional
development activities that will enhance the teaching capabilities of the academic
staff. By benchmarking against best practices internationally, the Centre’s
programmes benefit students who get to experience dynamic and effective teaching
and learning approaches in the classroom.

Graduates with the Taylor’s Edge The

Taylor’s
Taylor’s pride itself in the delivery of a holistic education that results not just in excellent academic
accomplishments but also in graduates with qualities that are highly sought after in the global marketplace.
Industry-relevant learning activities are widely incorporated into all tertiary courses in close partnership with
the relevant industries. Taylor’s insistence on preparing its graduates to be professionally competent and job
ready has proven to have given its graduates an added edge. This is evidenced by the high employability of its
graduates, with many securing jobs even before they have completed their final examinations. At Taylor’s, we
believe that when you have the Taylor’s Edge, you will stand out and shine in the midst of a crowd.
Edge
Training and Research & Development (R&D)
Investing in training and R&D is also a top priority at Taylor’s to ensure that its faculty members actively engage in research and
scholarly activities. Taylor’s R&D efforts over the last few years did not go unnoticed. A very notable recognition came from the Ministry
of Higher Education Malaysia when it awarded Taylor’s the prestigious ‘Excellence in Research and Development’ award for private
higher educational institutions in December 2005.

Taylor’s strength lies in its faculty members who are industry thoroughbreds and who are thus are able to impart the necessary knowledge and prerequisite
skill sets and competencies to students. Taylor’s has a generous budget where scholarly activities are concerned. Numerous staff members have been
invited to present papers at well regarded conferences in various parts of the world. As a result of such activities, lecturers bring into the classroom not just
contemporary and up-to-date knowledge in their academic fields, but also a global perspective to various challenging issues.

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Taylor’s School of
Architecture · Building · Design
Shape the World We Live In
Built On A Foundation Of Excellence
The School of Built Environment was established in 1998 to offer students
Diplomas and Higher Diplomas in the fields of Architecture, Quantity
Surveying and Building Technology and Management. Students who
graduated continued with degree studies at the University of Brighton, UK,
through a credit transfer arrangement between both institutions.
The school was originally located at Taylor’s College, Kuala Lumpur - an
ideal location near numerous historical and cultural interests. The campus
was alive with lectures, practical work, tutorials, workshops and site visits
to construction zones and manufacturing industries. Students spent a great
deal of time in the Studio, where they gained inspiration, honed their craft
and let their ideas flourish into successful portfolios.
In 2000, a new partnership was established with the Faculty of Architecture,
Building and Planning of the renowned The University of Melbourne in
Australia. It was an alliance to commit to higher standards of quality in
education, heeding the call for world-class designs for buildings and
international standards of construction and infrastructure management by
the Malaysian government.
Coinciding with this new partnership and development in education, SBE
was relocated in 2001 to a new campus in the affluent district of Subang
Jaya with its rich mixture of residential, commercial and industrial facilities.
In 2004, the school moved to Taylor’s College, Petaling Jaya, in its effort
to realise a vision to provide fully integrated facilities in one locality. The
move also offers students the unique experience of studying in a business
setting and positioning them closer to the professional world. The new
school was then renamed the School of Architecture and Quantity
Surveying to feature its flagship programmes.
A Singular Focus On The Built Environment
The School of Architecture, Building and Design (SABD), as it is known
today, brings a new level of commitment to built environment education
by offering a range of programmes in the areas of Architecture and
Quantity Surveying. SABD aims to groom professionals to help realise the
Malaysian government’s vision of achieving the status of a fully developed
nation by the year 2020.
An important goal for the school is to constantly improve the quality,
aesthetics, functionality and efficiency of the built environment as a whole.
Courses are fully accredited and are inspected in its entirety by the
National Accreditation Board or Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Among SABD’s highly successful initiatives are the annual SABD Lecture
Series, Architecture Forum and Activity Week. The Lecture Series is a
year-long programme of lectures conducted by building and construction
professionals. The Architecture Forum is an annual gathering of specialists
engaged in presentations and debates on architectural themes. Study visits
are held during Activity Week, a programme that supplements formal
classroom learning through visits to various destinations locally as well as
overseas. Students gain knowledge directly from like-minded professionals
and evaluate topics of study through personal visits to cultural, building
and construction sites.
Modern Architecture
Studies in Southeast Asia
Research Unit (MASSA)

A Renowned Regional Research Facility

MASSA, or Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia Research Unit, was officially
launched on 20th August 2005, in conjunction with the 3rd Architecture Forum on Architecture
Education, jointly organised by Taylor’s College and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

MASSA is actively involved in producing research publications and undertaking live

research that focuses on the documentation of the intellectual and physical heritage of
modern architecture in Southeast Asia. The documentation covers buildings, architects,
firms, policies, organisations and laws developed in Southeast Asia during the
modern era from the 1920s to the present.

The Centre is aligned with SABD’s mission of contributing positively to the

global community. SABD provides an excellent educational opportunity that
is relevant to the cultural, scientific and technological advancement of
society. MASSA complements the teaching and learning activities at
SABD through activities like organised forums and seminars, visits to
building sites across the Southeast Asian region, and discussions on
issues pertaining to the process of planning settlements and the
design of buildings.

A Creative Campus Set to Inspire

Our campus facilities include:

• 14 full-access studios
• A dedicated gallery showcasing the works
and achievements of prominent architects and
design practitioners
• Air-conditioned lecture theaters and classrooms
fully equipped with AV equipment.
• A workshop for model-making and experimental
studies of building materials
• Computer labs with the latest PCs equipped
with AutoCAD and Masterbill software and
broadband access.
• College-wide Internet access
• A well-stocked library with the latest collection
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of texts on architecture and quantity surveying.

It is also equipped with computers offering
broadband Internet access.
 Architecture
Progression Chart United Kingdom Route
Bachelor / Post Graduate Diploma in
Architecture or equivalent
Australia & (RIBA Part 2) ***
New Zealand Year 5 & 6
Route
Master / Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent Practical Training
(RAIA Part 2) ** (Year 4)

Year 4 & 5
Bachelor of Science (Hons) / Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

Practical Training Year 3

(varies according to universities’ requirements) (Final Year Overseas)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)

3 Years *
Taylor’s University

Year 3
Semester 5 & 6

Practicum 2

Year 2
Semester 3 & 4

Practicum 1

Year 1
Semester 1 & 2

Foundation in Natural & Built Environments / Pre-U / STPM / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent qualification
1 Year

SPM / O Levels or equivalent

* Equivalent to LAM-PAM Part 1, subject to accreditation by the Council of Architectural Accreditation and Education Malaysia (CAAEM), Board of Architects Malaysia.
** Satisfies the requirements for membership of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA).
*** Satisfies the requirements for membership of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
Quantity Surveying
Progression Chart

Australia &
United Kingdom
Route
Master / Post Graduate Diploma in Quantity
Surveying or equivalent

Year 4 & 5

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)

3 ½ Years *
Taylor’s University

Year 3
Semesters 5 & 6

Industrial Training
(6 months)

Year 2
Semesters 3 & 4

Year 1
Semesters 1 & 2

Foundation in Natural & Built Environments / Pre-U / STPM /

UEC / other Diploma or equivalent qualification
1 Year

SPM / O Levels or equivalent

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* Subject to accreditation by the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM).

 Welcome to
New Highlights of
Education Excellence
The commencement of work for the RM450 million Taylor’s
Lakeside Campus in early 2007 is indeed an exciting phase
in the 40-year-old history of Taylor’s, and underscores its
continued commitment to self-development. It marks
another major milestone for the institution, where great
strides have been made since 1969.
The Lakeside Campus houses all existing tertiary programmes under one
roof. Set on 27 acres of tropical greenery near Jalan PJS 7/5, the campus is
surrounded by a revived 5.5 acre man-made lake, as well as a landscape of
water plants, trees and flowering shrubs, and groundcover that provides a
rich and stimulating natural environment in the neighbourhood.
The completion of Taylor’s Lakeside Campus is another step forward
toward realising Taylor’s mission to become a university of 20,000 students
renowned for its teaching excellence and the distinctive quality of
its graduates.
A Quick Tour Of Taylor’s Lakeside Campus
A warm sense of arrival will be your first impression as the tree-lined University
Drive leads you toward the grand Main Entrance. Turn at the Entrance Oval
and Roundabout, and catch your first glimpse of the lake.
Pass the Retail Podium where inter-connecting streets lead to shops, cafes,
banks, convenience stores and an array of service amenities. Next is a fully
furnished 1,000-bed residences and boutique hotel that face out to the lake
and a boardwalk.
From the Main Drop-off down the Grand Staircase, proceed to the University
Square and Amphitheatre. This popular and important gathering area is
flanked by the Commercial Block, Residences and Hotel on the west,
Administration Offices, Student Union and a Multi-Purpose Hall on the north,
Academic Blocks on the east and the lake on the south.
Plays, recitals and other performances are staged
at the ‘Art Precinct’, formed by the Experimental
Theatre, the 600-pax Auditorium, 300-pax Lecture
Theatre and the outdoor Amphitheatre. The pride
of the campus is undeniably the Library, a splendid
4-storey glass edifice that warrants panoramic views
of the lake.
Sheltered, landscaped promenades provides
easy access to scores of world-class facilities.
Restaurants, culinary suites and housekeeping suites
for the Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts faculty.
Fully-equipped laboratories for advancing skills and
knowledge in Science, Computer, Audio and Video,
Engineering and Architecture, Building and Design.
A Moot Court for lawyers to practice making a case.

The beautiful, new Taylor’s Lakeside Campus
provides all the right conditions for a vibrant
exchange among academic, commercial,
social and leisure activities. More than just a home
to the student population, this campus is the
nurturing ground for an energetic and dynamic
new community. Taylor’s Lakeside Campus will
be the vehicle for Taylor’s to further enhance the
delivery of its purpose, which is to educate the
youth of the world to take their productive place
as leaders in the global community.

The lecturers and staff are always available whenever I need assistance, be it with my assignments,
understanding of the subject or even accommodation matters. They are undeniably a passionate
bunch! Lectures and tutorials are always given with utmost clarity and precision to enable one to
fully understand the essentials of the subject. The knowledge, confidence and experience that I’ve
gained through various presentations, tasks and relationships at Taylor’s are priceless.
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The Architect -
A Master Conductor
An architect is a design professional who is responsible for creating, planning and overseeing
a building project. Architects can be described as conductors in an orchestra where they
take the lead in managing all the goals within a built project to ensure success.

Architects employ imagination, creativity and design skills coupled with technical knowledge
of materials and construction processes to provide concepts, specifications, detailed
drawings and plans. They are masters at blending diverse requirements and disciplines to
produce living, working and recreational environments. They oversee construction, negotiate
with planning authorities and inspect the work in progress.

An architect’s role is holistic, and with increasing complexities of modern day projects, they
are required to take on many more responsibilities. Among these are feasibility studies and
implementation strategies, socio-economic studies and land use planning, urban renewal
and design, project management and building technology and systems.

An Architect’s Path
to Future Success
As the world progresses, there is an ever increasing need for better built designs and
environments. As a lead player in built projects, an architect will always be in demand.
Architects can find employment in both the public and private sectors. In the public
arena, architects are employed in the various government departments as well
as the local councils. In the private sector, architects usually find recruitment
by architectural firms or set up their own private practices. The skills and
knowledge of an architect are highly sought after by contractors, building
products manufacturers and suppliers. Some architects may choose to
specialise in areas of industrial and institutional developments, historic
building conservation, restoration and maintenance, academia and
as journalists or critics.
 The Quantity Surveyor -
Masters of Cost Control
The Quantity Surveyor (QS), also known as Construction Economist or Cost Manager, is a
professional advisor who provides accurate costings and responsible contractual advice
on residential, commercial and industrial construction projects. They are administrators of
efficiency and monitor costs and calculate ways to save time and money.

To achieve optimum cost efficiency, Quantity Surveyors work closely with the client and other
members of the design team such as Architects, Engineers, as well as Contractors and their
Sub-contractors, to ensure that costs are controlled and the requirements of the client are
delivered in a responsible manner. To this end, Quantity Surveyors are proficient in a range
of management procedures and employ various technical tools to achieve their goals.

The Quantity Surveyor’s Path

to Future Success
Wherever there is a construction project, there will always be a need to save time and
money. Hence, the Quantity Surveyor’s expertise in managing costs and time factors
will always be highly sought after. Quantity Surveyors are predominantly employed
in the construction industry as consultants to clients in both the public and private
sectors. Besides being recruited by professional quantity surveying firms, the
Quantity Surveyor’s career prospects include employment by construction firms,
developers, local authorities and government agencies, specialist subcontractors,
financial institutions, property management companies, building materials
suppliers, building maintenance companies, education and other construction
related companies such as the oil and gas industry, mechanical and electrical
industry, as well as the shipbuilding industry.

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 Building: The City of Arts and Science, Valencia, Spain

Foundation in Natural and

Built Environments (FNBE)
KPT/JPS(KA9049)09/13

The Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE) is a one-year pre-university programme
designed for SPM graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the built environment field.

The Foundation serves as an excellent option to pre-university courses, one that guarantees a
smooth transition for those who have completed SPM or an equivalent school certificate to pursue
a built environment degree programme. The programme is specially tailored to students who
want an opportunity to explore the wide range of opportunities within the natural and built
environment disciplines and professions before committing to a particular path or career.

Its primary objective is to introduce students to the various fields of study in the natural
and built environments and instill an appreciation that will lead to a degree in Architecture
or Quantity Surveying.

Direct Access to Relevant Skills

and Knowledge
Built Environment Focus

Specialised subjects offered in the FNBE programme are related to the built
and natural environments, laying the groundwork for students to enter
degree programmes.

FNBE graduates gain applied knowledge and skills relating to the

built and natural environments. Graduates are also exposed to
introductory knowledge of urban design, planning and the skills
involved in the planning process. They will learn various
overviews of the design and construction industry and the roles
of professionals in their respective fields.

Flexible Pathway
Through the foundation programme students have the
option to choose from a range of subjects that will
prepare them for degrees in either Architecture or
Quantity Surveying.
Exploration of Human Behaviour and Culture
Social psychology is an essential subject and is taught on a detailed level to
students. They study the development of cultures and civilisations over time and
place to comprehend their impact on society and the environment.

Development of Thinking and Design Communication Skills Continuous Assessment

Throughout the coursework, a wide range of thinking skills and
techniques are taught to help students to think critically and creatively. By
investigating and applying these techniques, they learn how to visualise and
communicate ideas through different creative ways.
Students undergo continuous assessment, which is widely adopted in the FNBE
programme. They are graded through a combination of examinations, assignments,
projects and quizzes throughout each semester. This will help students to monitor
their own performance throughout the programme, which gives them an opportunity
to better excel in their studies.
 Programme Structure
Semester 1 (18 Weeks)
Module Title Credit Hours

Entry Requirements Elements of Natural and Built Environments 5

Introduction to the Construction Industry 5

• SPM / ‘O’ levels Minimum 5 credits including
Mathematics and English Creative Thinking Skills 3

English 1 5
• UEC Minimum 5Bs including English
and Mathematics Malaysian Studies 3

Islamic Studies / Moral Studies 3

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

Semester 2 (18 Weeks)

Intakes Culture and Civilisations or Principles of Economics 5

January, March & July
Design Visualisation or Basic Accounting 5

Social Psychology 3

Introduction to Business or Mathematics 3

Effective Public Communication 2

English 2 5

National Language A/B 3

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 50

Taylor’s University provides a conducive study environment where

I am able to excel academically and maximise my potential.
The lecturers are highly proficient in their respective fields and
constantly encourage us to progress. At Taylor’s University, the
course syllabus is well-designed and organised, which allows
me to explore ideas clearly and widely. With a varied mixture of
students both local and international, I have gained a broader circle
Learning in a Tertiary Environment of friends, which adds colours to my social life. It has boosted
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my confidence to achieve my dream to become an architect.

The FNBE emulates a tertiary learning environment. The objective is to develop Organised school activities have also been rather exciting and
and instill resourcefulness and the ability to study independently, by adopting constructive at the same time.
a unique teaching and learning process to encourage two-way interaction and
sharing of knowledge and resources amongst students. Joni Ong Ker Shing
Building: Walt Disney Concert Hall, California, Los Angeles, USA

Bachelor of
Science (Honours)
(Architecture)
KPT/JPS(KA8552)2/13

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture) provides a high level quality of education
which will lead to professional qualifications in Architecture. Students enjoy a unique
experience that places emphasis on creativity and rationality. This will help them to develop
a heightened sensitivity for the environment, culture and climate of a particular place, whilst
exploring international contemporary architecture.

The learning process extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom, by providing
students with exposure to industry-relevant experiences and research-based projects
to generate the development of creative and rational thinking in architecture. It
encourages students to thrive in a dynamic and creative manner to produce works
of architecture that goes beyond form and function. Emphasis is placed on the
relationship between the poetics of space, the application of structure and
technology and the position of architecture in social, cultural and environmental
sustainability. Graduates will also gain a good understanding of building
design, history of architecture, construction technology and architectural practice
to contribute to the improvement of the built environment.

The programme also focuses on design elements, with a solid foundation in

technical subjects on construction that will provide a well–rounded education
in Architecture. Through its collaboration and assistance from a consortium
of overseas partner universities, the Bachelor of Science (Honours)
(Architecture) is a quality programme that offers excellence in teaching and
learning on the built and natural environments.
Transfer Partner Universities
Student who have successfully completed Taylor’s Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture) degree can opt to pursue their professional
degree such as the Bachelor of Architecture, Post Graduate Diploma or Masters of Architecture, which is equivalent to the Part 2 of LAM-PAM
Professional Examination at the following universities:

The University of Melbourne, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)

RMIT University, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)
Deakin University, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)
University of Newcastle, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)
University of Technology Sydney, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)
University of Tasmania, Australia Master of Architecture (2 years)
University of Strathclyde, Scotland Master of Architecture (2 years)
The University of Auckland, New Zealand Master of Architecture (Professional) (2 years)

Entry Requirements*
• STPM CGPA of 2.67 for 3 subjects
• ‘A’ Levels 3 principals, minimum grades CDD
• SAM / ICPU Overall 65%
• UEC Minimum 5Bs including English
and Mathematics

• Taylor’s Foundation in Average C+, equivalent to 60%

Natural and Built
Environments

• Taylor’s Diploma in Overall 60% or B grade, equivalent to

Architectural Technology overall merit achievement

• Other Qualifications Students with other qualifications

will be considered on a
case-by-case basis

English Language
Requirements * Pre-condition
S PM or ‘O’ Levels, minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English
IELTS Pass in Art in SPM or pass SABD Visual Aptitude Assessment (VAA)
Overall score of 6.0

TOEFL
(paper-based)     550
(computer-based)  213
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Intakes
February & July
Fields of Study
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
Design & Design Studies
Architectural Design Studio 1
Introduction to architectural design as a self-
expression, through the design of a full-size
space for one’s own habitation, taking into
account basic awareness of programme,
materials, structure, construction and site.
Architectural Design Studio 2
E mphasis on process of prototyping space
through the exploration of solids, planes, lines,
frames, surfaces and openings, with considerations
of functional and spatial relationship, as well as
form making.
Architectural Design Studio 3
Exploration of spatial typologies in architecture
in the contexts of the neighbourhood and
community. The design work explores the plan-
section integration to achieve architectural form
that is tectonically expressive, functional and
responsive to its site.
Architectural Design Studio 4
Exploration of environmental sustainability issues
in design such as the sun, wind, heat, cold,
energy issue, and the existing building context.
Architectural Design Studio 5
D evelopment of formal architectural design
strategies, while encompassing urban issues
within a dense urban environment.
Architectural Design Project
The design studio is a design development of the
project produced in Architecture Design Studio
5, which integrates the considerations of building
performance, feasibility and cost, and building
technology.
Theories of Architecture & Urbanism
A rchitectural theory in the broader context of
philosophical schools of thought and cultural and
social conditions.
Cultural, Artistic & Social Studies
Architecture Culture & History 1
Chronological survey of the intellectual, aesthetic,
technological, political and economic factors that
influenced the development of Western Architecture
from early civilisation to Enlightenment.
Architecture Culture & History 2
Investigation on the historical development of
architecture through developments in the Western
world from revolutionary period to present day.
Asian Architecture
History
 exploration of the South, Southeast and
East Asian architecture within a systematic treatment
of architectural design and construction, building
science and technology, garden design and city
planning.
Environmental Studies
Environmental Sustainable Design
Introduction to environmental issues and the
complexities that design and construction
professions have to deal with to contain
irreversible damage that human settlement
causes to the environment.
Building Science 1
Introduction to factors affecting thermal
performance of buildings creating sustainable
and comfortable designs and minimising the use
of space heating and cooling.
Building Science 2
Understanding of building acoustics in relation to
building design and construction through acoustic
history, practical measurements, sound insulation,
reverberation and noise.
Building Services
Introduction to services and Uniform Building By-
Law for the planning, coordination and installation
of water supply and waste disposal systems,
storm water management, electrical supply, fire
protection, mechanical ventilation, air-conditioning
and vertical transportation systems.
 Technical Studies
Building Materials
S urvey of visual and physical properties of
building materials and their application, while
encompassing energy saving and recycled
materials.
Building Construction 1
Introduction to principles and practices
of construction technology and building
components from basement and foundation,
floor and staircase, beam and column, wall and
openings, roof and ceiling.
Building Construction 2
U nderstanding of structural systems in
construction technology in relation to historical
and innovative buildings. Solid, skeletal and
surface construction systems are discussed and
analysed.
Building Structures
P
 rinciples of selecting structural systems and
designing elements and structures, soil mechanics
on the design of footings and building behaviour.
Building Technology 1
D ata collection, analysis and evaluation of
residential or small scale commercial construction.
Building Technology 2
A pplication of principles, practices and details
of construction technology in the process of
documenting design project.
Working Drawings: Detailing
Introduction to various aspects of technical
drawings required by a typical architectural
practice.
Working Drawings: Documentation
Introduction to various drawing submissions
required by authorities/by-laws.
Professional Studies
Methods of Documentation
Principles of building preservation and method
of recording through measured drawing, written
and photographic documentations, including
application and management of architectural
historic documentation.
Measured Drawing
D ocumentation of historical and architectural
significant buildings in the form of as-built
drawings, through field work. The outcomes are
collections of drawings complemented with a
report.
Project Management
Introduction to principles, techniques and
managerial issues.
Communication &
Documentation Skills
Design Communication
Introduction to fundamental skills for
communication of architectural design, taught
through freehand, constructed drawing, and
architectural modeling held outdoors and in
the studio.
Computer Applications 1
B
 asics of CAD system and computer
operating system.
Computer Applications 2
 Integration of computing knowledge into
design studio teaching. 3D modeling skills in
communicating design ideas in studio design
projects.
Course Structure
YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 1
Module Title Credit Hours
Architectural Design Studio 1 5
Architecture Culture & History 1 3
Building Materials 2
Design Communication 3
Malaysian Studies 3
YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 2
Architectural Design Studio 2 5
Architecture Culture & History 2 3
Environmental Sustainable Design 2
Building Construction 1 3
Computer Applications 1 3
YEAR 1 - PRACTICUM 1
Methods of Documentation 2
Measured Drawing 3
YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 3
Architectural Design Studio 3 6
Asian Architecture 3
Building Science 1 2
Building Construction 2 3
Computer Applications 2 3
YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 4
Architectural Design Studio 4 6
Theories of Architecture & Urbanism 4
Building Services 3
Building Structures 2
Elective 2
YEAR 2 - PRACTICUM 2
Working Drawings: Detailing 3
Working Drawings: Documentation 2
YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 5
Architectural Design Studio 5 7
Building Science 2 3
Building Technology 1 2
National Language A/B 3
Elective 2
YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 6
Architectural Design Project 7
Building Technology 2 3
Project Management 2
1 6 /1 7
Islamic Studies/Moral Education 3
Elective 2
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 110
Building: Station Walkway, Lisbon, Portugal

Bachelor of Quantity
Surveying (Honours)
KPT/JPS(KA9440)3/14

The three-and-a-half-year Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) provides a structured

pathway for students to pursue professionalism towards becoming a registered Quantity
Surveyor in response to the challenges faced by the construction industry today. The
programme meets the standards of quality comparable with international benchmarks
established by professional bodies and the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia, in
consultation with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the
world’s leading professional body for qualifications and standards in property, land and
construction. Students who hold RICS accredited degrees are able to work in a network
of over 140 countries in the world. Taylor’s is one of two private institutions that have RICS
accreditation in Malaysia.

The programme focuses on the teaching of measurement of building elements, the

core skill in Quantity Surveying education and practice. Measurement is a multi-
disciplinary subject supported by numerical proficiency and construction knowledge.

The programme also emphasises training to improve the technical, management, and personal
development skills, which provides them with the opportunity to absorb a wider range of
knowledge; the ability to adapt to various conditions; and to solve problems creatively and
innovatively. Graduates of this programme will understand how the interrelationship between
economics, technology, management and law can be used to add value to the financial and
procurement management of construction projects.

The programme adopts a student-centered teaching and learning approach which places emphasis
on creativity, rationality and innovation with the aim to build a talented and creative workforce for the
future. Through its collaboration and assistance from a consortium of overseas partner universities,
the Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) will offer an enriched education, amalgamated by the
variety of expertise and multi-disciplinary cultural experiences at the School of Architecture, Building
and Design.
 Entry Requirements*
• STPM CGPA of 2.67 for 3 subjects
• ‘A’ Levels 3 principals, minimum grades CDD
• SAM / ICPU Overall 65%
• UEC Maximum 30 points for 6 subjects including
credit in Mathematics and English

• Taylor’s
 Foundation in Average C+, equivalent to 60%
Natural and Built
Environments

• Taylor’s Diploma in Overall 60% or B grade, equivalent to

Quantity Surveying overall merit achievement

• Other Qualifications Students with other qualifications

will be considered on a
case-by-case basis

* Pre-condition
SPM or ‘O’ Levels, minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English

English Language
Requirements
IELTS Overall score of 6.0

TOEFL
(paper-based)     550
(computer-based)  213

Intakes
February & July
1 8 /1 9
Fields of Study
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)
Quantities
Measurement 1
Introduction to the principles, purpose and
function of Standard Method of Measurement
(SMM), measurement principles, descriptions
and standard phraseology, specification writing
and the measurement of structural works.
Measurement 2
Measurement of walls, timber floors, stud partitions,
staircase structure and finishes, floor, wall and
ceiling finishes including painting.
Measurement 3
M easurement of doors, windows, roof structure
and finishes, roof drainage, structural steel and
metal works.
Measurement 4
Measurement of piling, renovation and demolition
works, external and landscaping works.
Measurement 5
M easurement of plumbing works, soil, waste
and sanitary appliances, mechanical and
electrical works and civil engineering works
using CESMM.
Technology
Construction Technology 1
Understanding of the fundamentals of earth works,
site setting-out, foundations, walls, columns,
beams, floors, windows, doors, ceilings, stairs,
roof structure and roof coverings.
Construction Technology 2
U
 nderstanding of the fundamentals of piled
foundations, formworks, scaffoldings, shoring
and underpinning, partition and suspended
ceilings, portal frames, precast concrete and
steel roof trusses.
Construction Technology 3
Understanding of the stages of dewatering, deep
trench and basement excavation, structural
steelwork, curtain walls, prestressing, plants
and equipment used for material handling and
tension membrane roof construction.
Building Materials
Introduction to visual and physical properties of
building materials including energy saving and
recycled materials describing the manufacturing
process, salient properties and typical uses and
ecological impact.
Structures
Qualitative appreciation of determinate and
indeterminate structures, rudimentary structural
analysis, deflections, understanding and application
of structural design and loading codes.
Building Services 1
Introduction to building services and Uniform
Building By-Law (UBBL) for the planning,
coordination and installation of water supply,
sewerage disposal and treatment, storm water
management, telecommunication services and
ventilation systems.
Building Services 2
Introduction to mechanical and electrical services
and Uniform Building By-Law (UBBL) for the
planning, coordination and installation of air
conditioning, electricity generation and supply,
building fire safety and vertical transportation
systems.
Computing & Office Practice
Professional Practice 1
O
 verview of professional and contractual
responsibilities and focus on the importance
of organisation, administration, legal and
contractual procedures in relation to building
procurement.
Professional Practice 2
Introduction to administration of construction
contracts and sub-contracts including the
roles and responsibilities and the importance of
legal and contractual procedures in relation to
interpretation of particular clauses.
Site Surveying
U
 nderstanding of the fundamentals of
site surveying, linear surveying, leveling,
traversing & tachometry, areas and volume,
curve ranging, setting-out and Electronic
Distance Measurement (EDM).
Software Application for QS
Introduction to computer software
programmes to prepare Bills of Quantities
including measurement, comprehensive
pricing, resource reports, budget and cost
control, tendering, tender analysis and
evaluation and elemental cost planning.
Industrial Training
Exploration of real-life experience in an actual
working environment. On completion, a
training report is required (together with a Log
Book and Diary) outlining the experience that
has been obtained.
Practical Tasks
D
 ocumentation of Elemental Cost Analysis for
two (2) projects, accompanied by drawings or
sketch plans using all the necessary ECA forms.
Research Dissertation
Undertake and submit independent research
work which may consist of both recording and
analysing of data or the summary of published
material on the topic supplemented by opinion
gathered through interviews or questionnaires.
 Estimating & Management
Estimating
Introduction on the principles of estimating
and components prices such as material,
plant, wastage, profit and labour.
Building Economics
O verview of the Quantity Surveyor’s role
during the pre-tender stage using various
methods of controlling building costs, the
relationship between building morphology,
design variables and life cycle costing.
Cost Value Engineering
U nderstanding of the history, theories,
concepts and principles in decision making
process and introduction of the idea of
unnecessary cost and cost cutting exercise in
cost planning and control stage.
Development Economics
Introduction to the development, roles and
contribution of construction industry to
national economy including development
appraisal and source of finance available.
Introduction to Law
Introduction to Malaysian Legal System,
Law of Torts, misinterpretation, negligence,
trespassing, nuisance (public and private),
liability, breach of statutory duty and general
defenses, Contract Law and Privity of Contract.
Construction Law
U nderstanding of Building Contracts,
administration and obligations of the consultant
team and contractual procedures in relation to
construction contracts and related problems.
Management Science
H istory, theories, concepts and principles of
management and explores the characteristics,
structure, behaviour and effectiveness of an
organisation.
Project Management
Introduction to principles, techniques and
managerial issues in a construction context.
Financial Management
Introduction to the management of financial
and organisational structure and emphasise
on examination of resource use systems,
management of staff, financial information
systems and capital investment.
Electives
Building Maintenance
Understanding of the relationship between design
and performance of building and services, the
technology and future of building maintenance,
organisation and control, problems and
management, economics and finance.
Health & Safety Management
U nderstanding of safety hazards and problems,
jobsite conditions, safety laws and regulations,
effective safety management system, safety
training and government’s safety initiatives.
Computer Applications 1
Understanding of the main components of a CAD
system, master the basic skills of a computer
operating system and the basics of AutoCAD.
Working Drawings: Detailing
Introduction to various aspects of technical drawings
required by a typical architectural practice.
Course Structure
YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 1
Module Title Credit Hours
Measurement 1 4
Introduction to Law 4
Building Materials 3
Construction Technology 1 4
Site Surveying 3
YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 2
Measurement 2 4
Structures 3
Construction Technology 2 4
Building Services 1 4
Malaysian Studies 3
YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 3
Measurement 3 4
Management Science 3
Construction Technology 3 4
Building Services 2 4
Software Application for
Quantity Surveying 3
YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 4
Measurement 4 4
Estimating 4
Project Management 3
Professional Practice 1 4
National Language A/B 3
INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
Industrial Training and Report 6
Practical Tasks 6
YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 5
Measurement 5 4
Building Economics 4
Financial Management 3
Professional Practice 2 4
Islamic Studies / Moral Studies 3
YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 6
Cost Value Engineering 4
Development Economics 3
Construction Law 4
Research Dissertation 4
Elective 3
2 0 /2 1
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 120
Building: The City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia, Spain

Industrial
Training
Industrial training (Practicum) is offered during the
degree course of study. The School believes in
encouraging industry experiences as critical first-
hand learning of built environment-in-practice.

In a professional working environment, students Companies that our students have completed
would achieve a holistic understanding in the trade industrial training:
of built environment – develop knowledge on
the requirements of office practices and job • AMKO Associates Sdn. Bhd.
• PCM Kos Perunding
responsibilities; and engage in analytical and • Archicentre Sdn. Bhd.
• MQS Consult
innovative research processes. • Arkitek Samsudin Sdn. Bhd.
• BEQS Consultants
• AK Architect
• Jub Utara Sdn. Bhd.
For two short semesters, the students of the • CS Lew Architect Sdn. Bhd.
• DL QS Consult
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture) will • DP Architects • Jurukur Bahan FPS Sdn. Bhd.
undergo 14 weeks of industrial training, in which
• DMP Architects Sdn. Bhd. • Perunding Senikos
they will learn how to lead, work and communicate
• Garis Architects Sdn. Bhd. • MH Perunding Juruukur Bahan
efficiently with a building team. The industrial
• Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn. Bhd. • SQ OS Consult Sdn. Bhd.
training equivalent to 500 work hours will take
• Ho & Associates / Nesa Arkitek • Jurukur Bahan Perdana
place at the end of Year 1 and Year 2.
• Innotech Design Architects (IDEAS) Sdn. Bhd.
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) students • K. E. Guay Architect
will take on a six-month training experience where • LBH Architect
it will provide them with the opportunity to develop • MJKanny Architect
professionalism, adopt an improved attitude and be • Nautilus Archi.lab Sdn. Bhd.
recognised for their contributions to the success of • Pakatan Reka Arkitek Sdn. Bhd.
construction projects. • Perunding Alam Bina Sdn. Bhd.
• Sayhan Lim Architect
• SN Low & Associates Sdn. Bhd.
• TR Hamzah & Yeang Sdn. Bhd.
• Veritas Architects
• Yap Hock Seong Architect

Taylor’s provides me with a flexible timetable, freedom and a comfortable environment to flourish
socially and academically. Though we have plenty of coursework to do, we also have ample
time to enjoy ourselves through the activities organised for us. Moreover, the university provides
a host of excellent facilities which greatly helps and supports students in their work. Students
are encouraged to ask questions, to discuss and share knowledge with lecturers without any
boundaries. Taylor’s is a university that provides educational motivation, an open learning
environment and quality training.

Alicia Loy Pei Yun

Professional
Registration Pathway*
Graduates who obtained the Bachelor of Science (Honours)
(Architecture) and subsequent Master / Bachelor of
Architecture will be required to take Part I and Part II
Bachelor of Examinations.
Upon passing the LAM Part III Examination, one may
become a Corporate Member with PAM and register with
LAM as an Architect that carries the title ‘Ar’.
Guidelines for
Architectural Graduates
Register with LAM as an Architect that carries the title ‘Ar’
Apply for PAM Corporate Membership
LAM Part III Examination
2 Years Working Experience with a Registered Architect
Commences from date of registration as a LAM
Architectural Graduate
Register as Architectural Graduate with Lembaga Arkitek
Malaysia (LAM)
Register as Graduate Member with Pertubuhan Akitek
Malaysia (PAM)
LAM Part I & II Examinations
Master / Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
Taylor’s University
Foundation in Natural and Built Environments / STPM /
Pre-U / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent
* R equirements of different countries may vary. Students are urged to refer
to architectural institutes in their respective countries on academic and
professional registration requirements.
Upon accreditation of the degree by Board of Quantity
Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM), graduates who obtained
the Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) will be
required to take the JTPC (Joint Test of Professional
Competence) in Quantity Surveying, jointly conducted by
BQSM and ISM (QS Division).
Upon passing the JTPC and a professional interview,
one may register with BQSM as a Registered Surveyor
and become a Corporate Member with ISM that carriers
the title ‘Sr’.
Guidelines for
Quantity Surveying Graduates
Register with BQSM as a Quantity Surveyor
Register with ISM as a Quantity Surveyor that
carries the title ‘Sr’
Joint Test of Professional Competence (JTPC)
2 Years Working Experience with a Registered
Quantity Surveyor
Commences from date of registration as a
BQSM Graduate Member
Register as Graduate Member with Board of
Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) and
The Institution of Surveyors, Malaysia (ISM)
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)
Taylor’s University
Foundation in Natural and Built Environments / STPM /
Pre-U / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent
2 2 /2 3
showcase

2 4 /2 9
 Activity Week

Participating in study tours is ideal for students to learn about

architecture, construction, design and quantity surveying through first-
hand exploration. Besides observing different types of buildings and
landscapes, students are exposed to each destination’s history, culture,
food and people.

2008: Cairo, Egypt; Kunming, China; Borobudur, Indonesia;

Hong Kong; Singapore

2007: Golden Triangle, India; Beijing, China; Seoul, South Korea;

Hanoi, Vietnam; Kota Kinabalu, Sabah;

2006: Shanghai, China; Siam Reap, Cambodia; Bali, Indonesia

Real World Direct experience plays a significant role in learning architecture. The emphasis on
experiential learning provides an exciting and explorative way of gaining knowledge.
Learning takes place beyond the boundaries of the classroom, extending into cultivating

Exploration
a learning environment through travel, conferences and workshops. Annually, SABD
organises study tours throughout the world for students to explore and experience
architecture in various countries.

Exploring Living Architecture

SABD students embarked on professional visits to various locations in

Malaysia and Singapore. The purpose of the trips is to inspire students
to explore issues related to environmental awareness and heritage
conservation and to spark ideas for their architecture projects.

Among the places visited are the following:

Department of Design and Environment, National University of
Singapore (NUS), Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), Esplanade,
National Library of Singapore and Assyafaah Mosque, Singapore

Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPac)

Rimbun Dahan, Rawang
Mini Malaysia, Ayer Keroh
Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Puchong
 SABD Lecture Series

SABD organises annual series of lectures conducted

by architects and construction professionals.

Building Arts and Culture in a Developing Nation

Mr. Teoh Ming Jin
Director of Theatresense (Theatre Design Consultants)

Construction of the Formula 1 Bahrain International Circuit

Sr Chua Siow Leng
Executive Director, WCT Engineering Bhd.

Construction of Petronas Twin Towers:

From Design to Construction
Mr. S. Ragupathy
KLCC Design Manager
MASSA National Seminar
Construction of the Taylor’s New Lakeside Campus:
An annual gathering of specialists and related professionals engaged in From Design to Construction
presentations and debates on Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia. Ar Ng Wai Keong
Principal Director, NWKA Chartered Architect
2007: Architecture & Nation Building:
Readdressing Issues of National Architectural Identity Cooltek System: How We Designed Our Energy Efficient
Home in Malaysia
2006: The Visual & The Real: Harry Boswell and Stephanie Bacon
Managing Architecture Cultural Heritage in Malaysia
Principles of Iconic Facades
QP. Kelvin Kan
Associate of ARUP Singapore (Architects and Engineers)

The Winds of Change

Sr Eddie Wong
Director of Perdana Juruukur Bahan (Quantity Surveyors)

Sterling Lecture Series 2007:

Energy and the Environment
Professor Michael Cloke
Department of Engineering and Computer Science,
University of Nottingham

Sustainable Settlements and Solutions

Professor Patrick James
Head, School of Natural and Built Environments,
University of South Australia

3 0 /3 1

Inter-College Events
sponsored by Pertubuhan
Akitek Malaysia (PAM)
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)
Student Exhibition 2008
1st Place
Booth Design Competition
2nd Place
Student 1 Day Competition
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)
Student Exhibition 2007
2nd place
Booth Design Competition
Student
Achievements
20th Architecture
Student Workshop 2008
Winner
Best Female Participant
2nd Place
Multimedia Competition
2nd Place
Sketch Competition
2nd Place
Fashion Design Competition
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)
Architecture Camp 2007
1st place
“Beyond Borders” Performance Competition
Runner-up
Identity Sculpture Installation Competition
Runner-up
“Beyond Borders” Multimedia Competition
Winner
Best Female Participant Award
The emphasis on a balance between rationality and creativity, design and practice,
and globalisation and regionalism creates a setting for the acquisition of holistic
knowledge and skills. This way of learning enables students to excel at an academic
level and to develop a series of portfolio of achievements at different levels.
Some of SABD students’ achievements to date are:
SBC Architecture
Design Awards
In association with SBC Corporation, this competition recognises student design ability,
with a focus on community based projects. Winners obtain a RM10,000 study grant from SBC.
2007: Tristyn Andrea Soliano
“Youth Community Centre”
2006: Tan Li Vee
“The Link”

Hilton Petaling Jaya Christmas
Train Display Competition 2007
Inaugural Champion
“Christmas across Borders”
Publication of Students’ Design in
Architecture Malaysia
Former students Lee Wei Kit, Choo Kam Yuen and Wong
Foong Chern remodeled a couple’s house for their final
year project. Their work was featured in Architecture
Malaysia (April 2007 issue), the official publication of the
Malaysian Institute of Architecture or PAM.
Scholastic Achievements
John B. Johnston Prize
Robert Gordon University
This prize is awarded to the best performing student in the
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Architectural Studies
programme.
Goh Kian Foong was the winner in 2008.
Golden Jubilee Scholarship
The University of New South Wales
The Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme recognises the
close collaboration between Taylor’s and The University
of New South Wales. The aim of the scholarship scheme
is to recognise outstanding graduates who distinguish
themselves academically to receive full tuition scholarship.
Our graduates Chin Chin Voon, Chong Hui Yan, Ng
Lee Shean and Au Chen Sen have been awarded the
scholarship.
Michael Kaufman Undergraduate Scholarship
The University of Melbourne
This scholarship, valued at AUD$3,000, rewards high
achieving international students pursuing undergraduate
architecture studies at The University of Melbourne.
Tan Yong Han was the winner in 2005. 
VM Romano Foundation Prize in Building and Design
The University of Melbourne
This prize is awarded annually to the student with the best
overall achievement in the third year of the Construction
Management Stream.
Tan Teck Lee was the winner in 2005.
Dean’s Honours List
The University of Melbourne
Abdulla Thasleem Abdul Hakeem and Tan Teck Lee were
recipients of the Dean’s Honours List for Year 3 in 2005.
3 2 /3 3
Building: Glasgow Tower and Science Centre, Glasgow, Scotland, UK

Learn from
Staff Profile the University
of Taylor’s best inSchool
the industry
of
Architecture • Building • Design
Lecturers
Alice Mathew Jacob
LLB (Hons) (Wolverhampton), Diploma in Law (RIMA)

Alina Choong Ching Yen

Bachelor of Architecture (USM), Bachelor of Applied Science
Administration (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Advanced Diploma in Architectural
Science (LICT)
Dean
Anand Krishnan
Tony Liew Voon Fun
Masters of Architecture in Urban Design (Harvard), Bachelor of
Master of Architecture (Texas), Bachelor of Science in Design, Architecture (UNSW)
Minor in Management (Summa Cum Laude) (Clemson)
Ar Alvin Lim Hai Seah
Bachelor of Architecture (UNSW), Bachelor of Science (Architecture)
Deputy Dean (Design)
(Newcastle), LAM-PAM
Ken Tan Siang Chye
Master in Design (Massey), Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design Ar Chan Mun Inn
(Kent Institute of Art and Design (Canterbury College)) Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) (Curtin), Bachelor of Applied Science
in Architectural Science (Curtin), Advanced Diploma in Architecture
Science (LICT)
Deputy Dean (Built Environment)
Shereen Effendy Lee Ar Fadzwin Hashim bt. Kamal Mohd Hashim
Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) (Newcastle upon Tyne) M.Sc. in Architecture (UCL, UK), Bachelor of Architecture (Oklahoma)
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Architectural Studies
Ar Gerard Sim Lim Ho
(Liverpool John Moores)
Bachelor of Architecture (Queensland), Bachelor of Design Studies
(Queensland)
Associate Dean (Teaching & Learning)
Dr Veronica Ng Foong Peng Ar Ian Ng Aik Soon
Phd in Architecture (Curtin) Diploma in Architecture (Portsmouth), Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
Bachelor of Architecture (First Class Honours) (Curtin), Architecture (Leeds Metropolitan)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin),
Ar Karlson Goh Kar Sheng
Diploma in Architectural Technology (LICT) Bachelor of Architecture (Adelaide), Bachelor of Design Studies
(Adelaide)
Programme Director (Architecture)
M. Tamil Salvi Mari Chang Khong Thong
Master in Environmental Studies (UPM), Bachelor of Science (Hons) HBP Bachelor in Quantity Surveying (College of Estate Management),
(Building Economics and Management) (USM) Diploma in Quantity Surveying (College of Estate Management)

Chang Jau Ho
Programme Director (Quantity Surveying) Masters of Applied Finance (Monash), Bachelor of Business (UTS)
Sr Ang Fuey Lin
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying (Wales), MISM, MRICS Chee Sze Yin
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Professional Design (Advertising Major) (LICT)
Programme Director (Design)
Charles Sharma Naidu Cheah Khai Kid
Masters in Educational Technology (UTM), BA (Hons) Graphic Design, Master of Architecture (UTM), Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) (UTM),
Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, Certificate in Architecture, Diploma in Architecture (Hons) (UTM)
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Polytechnic

Programme Director (Foundation)

See Kwang Li
Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) (UTM),
Diploma in Architecture (UTM)
Chiew Seng Khoon Mariatul Liza binti Meor Gheda
Master of Science (Construction Management) (UTM), Master in Project Management (USM), Bachelor in Construction
Bachelor of Technology (Hons) Education, Civil Engineering (UTM) Management (UTM), Diploma in Building (UTM)

Connie Ng Phooi Chan Nathaniel Woon Wai Cheong

NCC Diploma in Computer Science (Informatics College) Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English (London), Diploma in Translation
(DBP-PPM)
Dr. Jeff Kan
Doctor in Philosophy of Design Science (Sydney), M.Sc. in Building Nooridayu bt. Ahmad Yusuf
Science (Sydney), B.Sc. in Architecture (Sydney) Master of Science in Heritage & Conservation Management
(UiTM), Bachelor of Architecture (Wales), Diploma in Architecture
Edward Chew Chin Meng (UiTM), International Baccalaureate Diploma (MARA)
Bachelor of Architecture (Honours), Bachelor of Art (Architecture),
(Deakin), Certificate in Technology (Architecture) (LICT), Advanced Nor Hayati bt. Hussain
Diploma in Architectural Science (TAR) Master of Architecture (Texas), Bachelor of Science in Architecture
(Texas)
Edwin Nada Chomen
Nor Hayati bt. Ramli
M.A. in Architecture & Interior Design (London Metropolitan), B.A in
Bachelor of Science (Hons) HBP (USM)
Interior Design (Central Missouri State), Diploma in Interior Design (MIA)
Ooi Aik Hooi
Ee Kok Wei
LAM/PAM Part III, Bachelor of Architecture (Strathclyde)
B.A in Multimedia (RMIT), Advanced Diploma in Electric Design &
Interactive Media (LICT), Diploma in Hotel Management (Taylor’s)
P. Thivilojana a/p S. Perinpasingam
Master in Education, Diploma in Education, Bachelor of Arts
Ernesto Carlos Pujazon Patron
(Hons) English (UM)
Master of Arts in International Contemporary Arts and Design Practice
(East London) , Bachelor of Arts of Oil Painting – Drawing (The
Raihana Zainuddin
Autonomous National Schools of Fine Arts of Peru), Bachelor of Arts in
Bachelor of Architecture (Miami, USA)
Social Science – History (Federico Villarreal, National University)
Sivaraman a/l Kuppusamy
Foo Cherch Kang
Master of Environmental Science in Environment Studies (UPM),
Masters of Design (Robert Gordon), Diploma in Interior Design (MIA)
B.Sc. (Hons) of Housing, Building & Planning in Building
Habizah binti Sheikh Ilmi Economics Management (USM)
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (Salford)
Sofia Nor Shariiza Sharifuddin
B.A in Interior Architecture (UITM), Diploma in Interior Design
Hasmanira binti Mokhtar
(UITM)
Master of Science (Project Management) (USM), Bachelor of Science
(Hons) Architecture (USM) Sujatavani Gunasagaran
Master of Science (Building Technology) (USM), Bachelor of
Imran
Science (Architecture) (UM)
M.Sc. in Building (UM), B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying (Salford)
Vinod Nair
Joe Chan Wan Hoe
B.A in Applied Arts (SIR J.J Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai,
Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Advanced
India)
Diploma in Architectural Technology (LICT)
Wan Muhammad bin Wan Mahamood
Keith Tan Kay Hin
Bachelor of Architecture (UTM), Diploma in Architecture (UTM)
Certificate in Project Management (Association for Project Management,
UK), Master of Architecture, Diploma in Architecture, Bachelor of Arts
Yip Jinchi
(Hons) (Nottingham)
M.A in Visual Arts (UM), B.A. in Graphic Design (Auckland Institute
of Technology), Diploma in Graphic Design (LICT)
Lau Kim Too
B.Sc. in Architecture (University of Cheng Kong), Post Graduate Diploma in
Architecture (Edinburgh)

Leong Boon Tik

Master in Construction Engineering & Management (Massachussetts),
B.Sc. (Statistics) (UM)

Since joining the programme, we have been actively travelling to different locations
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for site visits, discussions and research. I appreciate that the students and staff are
like one harmonious family. We generally enjoy a very friendly and comfortable study
environment.

David Teoh Wui Leng

Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
The teaching and learning approach at Taylor’s University is focused on developing the Taylor’s
Graduate Capabilities in its students. Capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive
capabilities and soft skills of our graduates.

A unique feature is the Graduate Capabilities Portfolio, which maps a student’s personal development
during the course of study and ensures that the individual is industry-ready upon graduation. Personal
development is woven into the curriculum through teaching method and assessment. All students
will be required to keep a journal throughout the programme to record their personal and academic
experiences, as well as a portfolio that showcases their quality of work and progress.

A Taylor’s graduate has proven ability and is

capable in the following areas:

Discipline-specific knowledge
Sound understanding of foundational concepts
and theories in subject area

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 Cognitive capabilities
Foundations and skills for lifelong learning
Learns autonomously
Able to acquire and manage information
Ability to comprehend a wide variety of literature
Awareness of contemporary global issues
Problem-solving skills
Defines issues or problems well
Analyses problems comprehensively
Applies knowledge effectively and applies theory to practise
Able to arrive at workable and effective solutions

Soft skills
Communication skills
Ability to speak and write well
Able to organise, synthesise and present information effectively
Intrapersonal skills
Understands team dynamics, power of teams and teamwork
Works with others in a team
Able to assume leadership in small and/or big groups
Interpersonal skills
Ability to manage time effectively
Understands the role of personal image and professionalism at work
Works independently in context of tasks to be completed
Cosmopolitan thinking and intercultural competence
Forms opinions and articulates views from a global perspective
Awareness of and sensitivity to cross-cultural differences.
Technology savvy
Executive keyboarding
Effective use of ICT and related technologies

The learning environment at Taylor’s is further geared towards

nurturing the Taylor’s Core Values: the personal attributes of
excellence, integrity, passion for work, interpersonal respect
and care, openness in communication and a healthy balance
between professional and personal life.

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Student Experience Assistance
Through our services, we aim to develop students
with these characteristics: positive mindset, strong
drive toward recognition, compassion for others,
value team spirit in diversity and appreciate a
healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Student Experience assists and supports
students’ study life and campus experience
through delivery of a broad range of non-academic
student services. Deliverables are gauged by:
• Service response
• Accessibility
• Quality of services
• Responsibility
• Quantifiable results
Student Experience
@ Taylor’s
The Student Experience Department provides students with a wide
range of support services that focus on an Awesome Customer Experience.
They can be rest assured that their needs will be met as they strive to
complete their higher education.
Our programmes emphasise character building, global outlook,
communication skills, employability, leadership, interpersonal and
intrapersonal skills, sportsmanship and many more.
Student Central
Student Central is a one-stop centre for students
to seek assistance in general, non-academic
administrative matters. This division delivers
integrated services in collaboration with relevant
departments to give students the support and
assistance they need throughout their duration of
studies. Areas of focus are:
• Enquiry
• Information and Documentation
• E-Service Request
• Online Services
• Other Services
• Collection Centre
• Feedback
Student Development Hub International Office
Student Development Hub guides and nurtures International Office promotes the well-being
students to be all – rounders by creating and social interaction of international students
opportunities for them to participate actively in and helps them acclimatise to a new and
leadership, global exchange, creative thinking, diverse learning environment. Areas of focus
character building and community service initiatives. include:
Areas of focus include: • Registration
• Student Leader Groups • Welfare and Social Interactions
• Student Interest Groups
• Community Service Activities Career Services
• Student Exchange Programmes Career Services assists student in planning
and deciding on career pathways, preparing for
Sports and Recreation Centre job search and interviews and enhancing their
Sport and Recreation Centre gives students a employment opportunities. Areas of focus are:
platform to lead a healthy and positive lifestyle • Talk and Workshops
through various sporting, fitness and recreational • Industry Visits
activities. Areas of focus are: • Career and Employment Fairs
• Quality On-Campus Facilities • Employability Skills
• Recreational Activities • Internships
• Sport Clubs • Job Placements
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• Coaching and Competitions • Career Resource Centre

• Career Counselling
• Resume Review
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Architecture • Building • Design
Biosciences
Business
Communication
Computing & IT
Design
Engineering
Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts
Law
Medicine
Pharmacy
Pre-U Studies
• Foundation in Communication
• Foundation in Computing
• Foundation in Design
• Foundation in Natural and Built Environments
• Foundation in Science
• Taylor’s Business Foundation
• Cambridge A Levels
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
• Canadian Pre-University
• South Australian Matriculation
School of Architecture • Building • Design

Taylor’s Lakeside Campus

Taylor’s University (KPT (JPS) 600-07/67/Jld.I (19) (KPT/JPS/DFT/US/B21)
No. 1, Jalan Taylor’s, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Tel : 603-5629 5000 Fax : 603-5629 5001
E-mail : admissions@taylors.edu.my
• Penang Office - Tel : 604-226 3859 Fax : 604-226 3876
• JB Office - Tel : 607-226 5433 Fax : 607-226 5434
• Kuantan Office - Tel : 609-566 3709 Fax : 609-566 3710
• Kuching Office - Tel : 6082-410 818/417 909 Fax : 6082-410 616
• KK Office - Tel : 6088-319 386 Fax : 6088-319 387
www.taylors.edu.my