school of architecture, building and design prospectus 2011

Architecture

Quantity S

urveying

2011

Taylor’s School of Architecture • Building • Design

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 employedto 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 SaidVice Chancellor and PresidentTaylor’s University

Building: Selfridges, Birmingham, England

contents02 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

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WhyTaylor’s

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 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 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’ by the Ministry of Higher Education in the 2009 MQA Rating System for Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (SETARA ’09)

Brand Excellence Awards 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

(Hospitality Asia Platinum 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 LearningLearning 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.

Graduates with the Taylor’s EdgeTaylor’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.

The Taylor’s

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.

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.

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Taylor’s School ofArchitecture ·Building ·DesignShape the World We Live In

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.

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.

Built On A Foundation Of Excellence

A Singular Focus On The Built Environment

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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

of texts on architecture and quantity surveying. It is also equipped with computers offering broadband Internet access.

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.

Modern ArchitectureStudies in Southeast Asia Research Unit (MASSA)

Architecture Progression Chart

Australia &New ZealandRoute

* 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).

SPM / O Levels or equivalent

Foundation in Natural & Built Environments / Pre-U / STPM / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent qualification1 Year

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)3 Years *

Taylor’s University

Year 3Semester 5 & 6

Practicum 2


Practicum 1


Master / Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent (RAIA Part 2) **

Practical Training

(varies according to universities’ requirements)

United Kingdom Route

Year 5 & 6

Bachelor / Post Graduate Diploma in Architecture or equivalent

(RIBA Part 2) ***

Practical Training

(Year 4)

Year 3 (Final Year Overseas)

Bachelor of Science (Hons) / Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

Year 4 & 5

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Quantity Surveying Progression Chart

Australia & United Kingdom Route

Year 4 & 5

Master / Post Graduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)3 ½ Years *

Taylor’s University

Year 3Semesters 5 & 6

Industrial Training

(6 months)

Year 2

Semesters 3 & 4

Year 1Semesters 1 & 2

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

SPM / O Levels or equivalent

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

1 Year

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.

Welcome toNew Highlights of Education Excellence

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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.

Aaron Lau Yee Yin

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 Architect -A Master Conductor

An Architect’s Path to Future Success

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.

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’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.

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.

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Foundation in Natural andBuilt Environments (FNBE)

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 Skillsand KnowledgeBuilt 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.

Development of Thinking and Design Communication Skills

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.

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.

Continuous Assessment

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.

KPT/JPS(KA9049)09/13

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

Programme Structure

Semester 1 (18 Weeks)

Module Title Credit Hours

Elements of Natural and Built Environments 5

Introduction to the Construction Industry 5

Creative Thinking Skills 3

English 1 5

Malaysian Studies 3

Islamic Studies / Moral Studies 3

Semester 2 (18 Weeks)

Culture and Civilisations or Principles of Economics 5

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 of friends, which adds colours to my social life. It has boosted my confidence to achieve my dream to become an architect. Organised school activities have also been rather exciting and constructive at the same time.

Joni Ong Ker Shing

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Entry Requirements• SPM / ‘O’ levels Minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English

• UEC Minimum 5Bs including English and Mathematics

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

IntakesJanuary, March & July

Learning in a Tertiary Environment

The FNBE emulates a tertiary learning environment. The objective is to develop and instill resourcefulness and the ability to study independently, by adopting a unique teaching and learning process to encourage two-way interaction and sharing of knowledge and resources amongst students.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)

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.

KPT/JPS(KA8552)2/13

Building: Walt Disney Concert Hall, California, Los Angeles, USA

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


* Pre-condition

SPM or ‘O’ Levels, minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English

Pass in Art in SPM or pass SABD Visual Aptitude Assessment (VAA)

English Language RequirementsIELTS

Overall score of 6.0

TOEFL

(paper-based) 550

(computer-based) 213

IntakesFebruary & July

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Transfer Partner UniversitiesStudent 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)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)Fields of Study

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.


Emphasis 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.


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.


Exploration of environmental sustainability issues

in design such as the sun, wind, heat, cold,

energy issue, and the existing building context.


Development 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

Architectural 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.

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Course Structure

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 1


Architectural Design Studio 1 5Architecture Culture & History 1 3Building Materials 2Design Communication 3Malaysian Studies 3

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 2

Architectural Design Studio 2 5Architecture Culture & History 2 3Environmental Sustainable Design 2Building Construction 1 3Computer Applications 1 3

YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 3

Architectural Design Studio 3 6Asian Architecture 3Building Science 1 2Building Construction 2 3Computer Applications 2 3

YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 4

Architectural Design Studio 4 6Theories of Architecture & Urbanism 4Building Services 3Building Structures 2Elective 2

YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 5

Architectural Design Studio 5 7Building Science 2 3Building Technology 1 2National Language A/B 3Elective 2

YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 6

Architectural Design Project 7Building Technology 2 3Project Management 2Islamic Studies/Moral Education 3Elective 2


YEAR 2 - PRACTICUM 2

Working Drawings: Detailing 3Working Drawings: Documentation 2

YEAR 1 - PRACTICUM 1

Methods of Documentation 2Measured Drawing 3

Technical Studies

Building Materials

Survey 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

Understanding 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

Principles of selecting structural systems and

designing elements and structures, soil mechanics

on the design of footings and building behaviour.

Building Technology 1

Data collection, analysis and evaluation of

residential or small scale commercial construction.

Building Technology 2

Application 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

Documentation 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

Basics of CAD system and computer

operating system.


Integration of computing knowledge into

design studio teaching. 3D modeling skills in

communicating design ideas in studio design

projects.

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


* Pre-condition

SPM or ‘O’ Levels, minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English

English Language RequirementsIELTS Overall score of 6.0

TOEFL

(paper-based) 550

(computer-based) 213

IntakesFebruary & July

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Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)Fields of Study

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

Measurement 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

Measurement 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.


Understanding of the fundamentals of piled

foundations, formworks, scaffoldings, shoring

and underpinning, partition and suspended

ceilings, portal frames, precast concrete and

steel roof trusses.


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

Overview 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

Understanding 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

Documentation 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.

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Course Structure

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 1


Measurement 1 4Introduction to Law 4Building Materials 3Construction Technology 1 4Site Surveying 3

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 2

Measurement 2 4Structures 3Construction Technology 2 4Building Services 1 4Malaysian Studies 3

YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 3

Measurement 3 4Management Science 3Construction Technology 3 4Building Services 2 4Software Application forQuantity Surveying 3

YEAR 2 - SEMESTER 4

Measurement 4 4Estimating 4 Project Management 3 Professional Practice 1 4National Language A/B 3

YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 5

Measurement 5 4Building Economics 4Financial Management 3Professional Practice 2 4Islamic Studies / Moral Studies 3

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

Industrial Training and Report 6Practical Tasks 6

YEAR 3 - SEMESTER 6

Cost Value Engineering 4Development Economics 3Construction Law 4Research Dissertation 4Elective 3


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

Understanding of safety hazards and problems,

jobsite conditions, safety laws and regulations,

effective safety management system, safety

training and government’s safety initiatives.


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.

Estimating & Management

Estimating

Introduction on the principles of estimating

and components prices such as material,

plant, wastage, profit and labour.

Building Economics

Overview 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

Understanding 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

Understanding of Building Contracts,

administration and obligations of the consultant

team and contractual procedures in relation to

construction contracts and related problems.

Management Science

History, 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.

Industrial TrainingIndustrial 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 would achieve a holistic understanding in the trade of built environment – develop knowledge onthe requirements of office practices and job responsibilities; and engage in analytical and innovative research processes.

For two short semesters, the students of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture) will undergo 14 weeks of industrial training, in which they will learn how to lead, work and communicate efficiently with a building team. The industrial training equivalent to 500 work hours will take place at the end of Year 1 and Year 2.

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) students will take on a six-month training experience where it will provide them with the opportunity to develop professionalism, adopt an improved attitude and be recognised for their contributions to the success of construction projects.

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

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

• PCM Kos Perunding• MQS Consult• BEQS Consultants• Jub Utara Sdn. Bhd.• DL QS Consult• Jurukur Bahan FPS Sdn. Bhd.• Perunding Senikos• MH Perunding Juruukur Bahan• SQ OS Consult Sdn. Bhd.• Jurukur Bahan Perdana

Companies that our students have completed industrial training:

• AMKO Associates Sdn. Bhd.

• Archicentre Sdn. Bhd.

• Arkitek Samsudin Sdn. Bhd.

• AK Architect

• CS Lew Architect Sdn. Bhd.

• DP Architects

• DMP Architects Sdn. Bhd.

• Garis Architects Sdn. Bhd.

• Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn. Bhd.

• Ho & Associates / Nesa Arkitek

• Innotech Design Architects (IDEAS) Sdn. Bhd.

• K. E. Guay Architect

• LBH Architect

• MJKanny Architect

• Nautilus Archi.lab Sdn. Bhd.

• Pakatan Reka Arkitek Sdn. Bhd.

• Perunding Alam Bina Sdn. Bhd.

• Sayhan Lim Architect

• SN Low & Associates Sdn. Bhd.

• TR Hamzah & Yeang Sdn. Bhd.

• Veritas Architects

• Yap Hock Seong Architect

ProfessionalRegistration Pathway*

Guidelines forQuantity Surveying Graduates

* Requirements of different countries may vary. Students are urged to refer

to architectural institutes in their respective countries on academic and

professional registration requirements.

Register with ISM as a Quantity Surveyor that carries the title ‘Sr’

Register with BQSM as a Quantity Surveyor

Joint Test of Professional Competence (JTPC)

2 Years Working Experience with a RegisteredQuantity SurveyorCommences from date of registration as aBQSM Graduate Member

Register as Graduate Member with Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) andThe Institution of Surveyors, Malaysia (ISM)

Foundation in Natural and Built Environments / STPM / Pre-U / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent

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Guidelines forArchitectural Graduates

Register with LAM as an Architect that carries the title ‘Ar’Apply for PAM Corporate Membership

2 Years Working Experience with a Registered ArchitectCommences from date of registration as a LAM Architectural Graduate

Register as Architectural Graduate with Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM)

LAM Part III Examination

Register as Graduate Member with Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)

LAM Part I & II Examinations

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)Taylor’s University

Master / Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent

Foundation in Natural and Built Environments / STPM / Pre-U / UEC / other Diploma or equivalent

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’.

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’.

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Real World Exploration

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

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.

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

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, RawangMini Malaysia, Ayer KerohChurch of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Puchong

SABD Lecture Series

SABD organises annual series of lectures conductedby architects and construction professionals.

Building Arts and Culture in a Developing NationMr. Teoh Ming JinDirector of Theatresense (Theatre Design Consultants)

Construction of the Formula 1 Bahrain International CircuitSr Chua Siow LengExecutive Director, WCT Engineering Bhd.

Construction of Petronas Twin Towers:From Design to ConstructionMr. S. RagupathyKLCC Design Manager

Construction of the Taylor’s New Lakeside Campus:From Design to ConstructionAr Ng Wai KeongPrincipal Director, NWKA Chartered Architect

Cooltek System: How We Designed Our Energy EfficientHome in Malaysia Harry Boswell and Stephanie Bacon

Principles of Iconic FacadesQP. Kelvin KanAssociate of ARUP Singapore (Architects and Engineers)

The Winds of ChangeSr Eddie WongDirector of Perdana Juruukur Bahan (Quantity Surveyors)

Sterling Lecture Series 2007: Energy and the EnvironmentProfessor Michael ClokeDepartment of Engineering and Computer Science,University of Nottingham

Sustainable Settlements and SolutionsProfessor Patrick JamesHead, School of Natural and Built Environments,University of South Australia

MASSA National Seminar

An annual gathering of specialists and related professionals engaged in presentations and debates on Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia. 2007: Architecture & Nation Building:Readdressing Issues of National Architectural Identity

2006: The Visual & The Real:Managing Architecture Cultural Heritage in Malaysia

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20th ArchitectureStudent Workshop 2008

WinnerBest Female Participant

2nd PlaceMultimedia Competition

2nd PlaceSketch Competition

2nd PlaceFashion Design Competition

Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM) Architecture Camp 2007

1st place“Beyond Borders” Performance Competition

Runner-upIdentity Sculpture Installation Competition

Runner-up“Beyond Borders” Multimedia Competition

WinnerBest Female Participant Award

Inter-College Events sponsored by PertubuhanAkitek Malaysia (PAM)

Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)Student Exhibition 2008

1st PlaceBooth Design Competition

2nd PlaceStudent 1 Day Competition

Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM)Student Exhibition 2007

2nd placeBooth Design Competition

SBC ArchitectureDesign 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”

StudentAchievements

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:

Hilton Petaling Jaya Christmas Train Display Competition 2007

Inaugural Champion“Christmas across Borders”

Publication of Students’ Design inArchitecture 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 PrizeRobert 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 ScholarshipThe 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 ListThe University of Melbourne

Abdulla Thasleem Abdul Hakeem and Tan Teck Lee were recipients of the Dean’s Honours List for Year 3 in 2005.

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Learn from the best in the industry

AdministrationDeanTony Liew Voon FunMaster of Architecture (Texas), Bachelor of Science in Design,Minor in Management (Summa Cum Laude) (Clemson)

Deputy Dean (Design)Ken Tan Siang ChyeMaster in Design (Massey), Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design(Kent Institute of Art and Design (Canterbury College))

Deputy Dean (Built Environment)Shereen Effendy LeeBachelor of Architecture (Hons) (Newcastle upon Tyne)Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Architectural Studies(Liverpool John Moores)

Associate Dean (Teaching & Learning) Dr Veronica Ng Foong PengPhd in Architecture (Curtin)Bachelor of Architecture (First Class Honours) (Curtin), Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Diploma in Architectural Technology (LICT)

Programme Director (Architecture)M. Tamil Salvi MariMaster in Environmental Studies (UPM), Bachelor of Science (Hons) HBP (Building Economics and Management) (USM)

Programme Director (Quantity Surveying)Sr Ang Fuey LinBachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying (Wales), MISM, MRICS

Programme Director (Design)Charles Sharma NaiduMasters in Educational Technology (UTM), BA (Hons) Graphic Design, Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, Certificate in Architecture, Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Polytechnic

Programme Director (Foundation)See Kwang LiBachelor of Architecture (Hons) (UTM),Diploma in Architecture (UTM)

Staff Profile of Taylor’s University School ofArchitecture • Building • Design

Building: Glasgow Tower and Science Centre, Glasgow, Scotland, UK

LecturersAlice Mathew JacobLLB (Hons) (Wolverhampton), Diploma in Law (RIMA)

Alina Choong Ching YenBachelor of Architecture (USM), Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Advanced Diploma in Architectural Science (LICT)

Anand Krishnan Masters of Architecture in Urban Design (Harvard), Bachelor of Architecture (UNSW)

Ar Alvin Lim Hai SeahBachelor of Architecture (UNSW), Bachelor of Science (Architecture) (Newcastle), LAM-PAM

Ar Chan Mun InnBachelor of Architecture (Hons) (Curtin), Bachelor of Applied Science in Architectural Science (Curtin), Advanced Diploma in Architecture Science (LICT)

Ar Fadzwin Hashim bt. Kamal Mohd Hashim M.Sc. in Architecture (UCL, UK), Bachelor of Architecture (Oklahoma)

Ar Gerard Sim Lim HoBachelor of Architecture (Queensland), Bachelor of Design Studies (Queensland)

Ar Ian Ng Aik SoonDiploma in Architecture (Portsmouth), Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Architecture (Leeds Metropolitan)

Ar Karlson Goh Kar ShengBachelor of Architecture (Adelaide), Bachelor of Design Studies (Adelaide)

Chang Khong Thong Bachelor in Quantity Surveying (College of Estate Management), Diploma in Quantity Surveying (College of Estate Management)

Chang Jau Ho Masters of Applied Finance (Monash), Bachelor of Business (UTS)

Chee Sze YinBachelor of Arts (Hons) in Professional Design (Advertising Major) (LICT)

Cheah Khai KidMaster of Architecture (UTM), Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) (UTM), Diploma in Architecture (Hons) (UTM)

AdministrationDeanTony Liew Voon FunMaster of Architecture (Texas), Bachelor of Science in Design,Minor in Management (Summa Cum Laude) (Clemson)

Deputy Dean (Design)Ken Tan Siang ChyeMaster in Design (Massey), Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design(Kent Institute of Art and Design (Canterbury College))

Deputy Dean (Built Environment)Shereen Effendy LeeBachelor of Architecture (Hons) (Newcastle upon Tyne)Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Architectural Studies(Liverpool John Moores)

Associate Dean (Teaching & Learning) Dr Veronica Ng Foong PengPhd in Architecture (Curtin)Bachelor of Architecture (First Class Honours) (Curtin), Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Diploma in Architectural Technology (LICT)

Programme Director (Architecture)M. Tamil Salvi MariMaster in Environmental Studies (UPM), Bachelor of Science (Hons) HBP (Building Economics and Management) (USM)

Programme Director (Quantity Surveying)Sr Ang Fuey LinBachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying (Wales), MISM, MRICS

Programme Director (Design)Charles Sharma NaiduMasters in Educational Technology (UTM), BA (Hons) Graphic Design, Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, Certificate in Architecture, Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Polytechnic

Programme Director (Foundation)See Kwang LiBachelor of Architecture (Hons) (UTM),Diploma in Architecture (UTM)

Since joining the programme, we have been actively travelling to different locations 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

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Chiew Seng KhoonMaster of Science (Construction Management) (UTM), Bachelor of Technology (Hons) Education, Civil Engineering (UTM)

Connie Ng Phooi ChanNCC Diploma in Computer Science (Informatics College)

Dr. Jeff Kan Doctor in Philosophy of Design Science (Sydney), M.Sc. in Building Science (Sydney), B.Sc. in Architecture (Sydney)

Edward Chew Chin MengBachelor of Architecture (Honours), Bachelor of Art (Architecture), (Deakin), Certificate in Technology (Architecture) (LICT), Advanced Diploma in Architectural Science (TAR)

Edwin Nada Chomen M.A. in Architecture & Interior Design (London Metropolitan), B.A in Interior Design (Central Missouri State), Diploma in Interior Design (MIA)

Ee Kok Wei B.A in Multimedia (RMIT), Advanced Diploma in Electric Design & Interactive Media (LICT), Diploma in Hotel Management (Taylor’s)

Ernesto Carlos Pujazon PatronMaster of Arts in International Contemporary Arts and Design Practice (East London) , Bachelor of Arts of Oil Painting – Drawing (The Autonomous National Schools of Fine Arts of Peru), Bachelor of Arts in Social Science – History (Federico Villarreal, National University)

Foo Cherch Kang Masters of Design (Robert Gordon), Diploma in Interior Design (MIA)

Habizah binti Sheikh IlmiBachelor of Science (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (Salford)

Hasmanira binti MokhtarMaster of Science (Project Management) (USM), Bachelor of Science (Hons) Architecture (USM)

Imran M.Sc. in Building (UM), B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying (Salford)

Joe Chan Wan HoeBachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) (Curtin), Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology (LICT)

Keith Tan Kay HinCertificate in Project Management (Association for Project Management, UK), Master of Architecture, Diploma in Architecture, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) (Nottingham)

Lau Kim Too B.Sc. in Architecture (University of Cheng Kong), Post Graduate Diploma in Architecture (Edinburgh)

Leong Boon TikMaster in Construction Engineering & Management (Massachussetts), B.Sc. (Statistics) (UM)

Mariatul Liza binti Meor GhedaMaster in Project Management (USM), Bachelor in Construction Management (UTM), Diploma in Building (UTM)

Nathaniel Woon Wai CheongBachelor of Arts (Hons) English (London), Diploma in Translation(DBP-PPM)

Nooridayu bt. Ahmad YusufMaster of Science in Heritage & Conservation Management (UiTM), Bachelor of Architecture (Wales), Diploma in Architecture (UiTM), International Baccalaureate Diploma (MARA)

Nor Hayati bt. HussainMaster of Architecture (Texas), Bachelor of Science in Architecture (Texas)

Nor Hayati bt. RamliBachelor of Science (Hons) HBP (USM)

Ooi Aik Hooi LAM/PAM Part III, Bachelor of Architecture (Strathclyde)

P. Thivilojana a/p S. PerinpasingamMaster in Education, Diploma in Education, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English (UM)

Raihana ZainuddinBachelor of Architecture (Miami, USA)

Sivaraman a/l Kuppusamy Master of Environmental Science in Environment Studies (UPM), B.Sc. (Hons) of Housing, Building & Planning in Building Economics Management (USM)

Sofia Nor Shariiza Sharifuddin B.A in Interior Architecture (UITM), Diploma in Interior Design (UITM)

Sujatavani GunasagaranMaster of Science (Building Technology) (USM), Bachelor of Science (Architecture) (UM)

Vinod Nair B.A in Applied Arts (SIR J.J Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai, India)

Wan Muhammad bin Wan MahamoodBachelor of Architecture (UTM), Diploma in Architecture (UTM)

Yip Jinchi M.A in Visual Arts (UM), B.A. in Graphic Design (Auckland Institute of Technology), Diploma in Graphic Design (LICT)

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Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities

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

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.

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 AssistanceThrough 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 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 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.

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Student Development Hub Student Development Hub guides and nurtures students to be all – rounders by creating opportunities for them to participate actively in leadership, global exchange, creative thinking, character building and community service initiatives. Areas of focus include:• Student Leader Groups• Student Interest Groups• Community Service Activities • Student Exchange Programmes

Sports and Recreation Centre Sport and Recreation Centre gives students a platform to lead a healthy and positive lifestyle through various sporting, fitness and recreational activities. Areas of focus are:• Quality On-Campus Facilities• Recreational Activities• Sport Clubs• Coaching and Competitions

International Office International Office promotes the well-being and social interaction of international students and helps them acclimatise to a new and diverse learning environment. Areas of focus include:• Registration• Welfare and Social Interactions

Career Services Career Services assists student in planning and deciding on career pathways, preparing for job search and interviews and enhancing their employment opportunities. Areas of focus are:• Talk and Workshops• Industry Visits• Career and Employment Fairs• Employability Skills• Internships• Job Placements• Career Resource Centre• Career Counselling• Resume Review

Student Experience @ Taylor’s

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JALAN SUBANG UTAMA

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TAYLOR’SLAKESIDECAMPUS

REFERENCE Railway & Railway station

Taylor's College, Subang Jaya

Taylor’s Lakeside Campus

Hostel

Landmark

TCSJ

American Degree Transfer ProgramArchitecture • Building • Design BiosciencesBusinessCommunicationComputing & ITDesignEngineeringHospitality, Tourism & Culinary ArtsLawMedicinePharmacyPre-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

JALAN LAGOON SELATAN

SUNWAYPYRAMID

SUNWAYLAGOON

BANDARSUNWAY

PJS 11SUNWAYMEDICALCENTRESS 13SS 14

SEK. MEN.SUBANG JAYA

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BA

RAT

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GO

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TIM

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PJS 8

PJS 6

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PJS 10

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WANGSABAIDURI

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SHERATONSUBANG

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NANYANGSIANG PAU

LEISURECOMMERCE

SQUARE

FREESCALE

KELANAJAYA

JALAN SUBANG UTAMA

JALAN SUBANG UTAMA

CARREFOURSUBANGPARADE

JALAN KEMAJUAN SUBANG

MOSQUE

SHELL PETROL STATION

SS 15

SS 17

SS 18

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MA

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ansara, Sg. B

uloh & North

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SRIKUALA

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JLN SS15/7SS15/7A

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JLN SS15/4B

JLN SS15/4GJLN S

S15/4F

JLN S

S15/4E

JLN SS15/3B JLN SS15/5G

JLN SS15/4

SS15/6

JLN SS15/8A

JLN SS15/4D

JLN SS15/4C

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APARTMENTS

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To Kuala Lumpur

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LEBUHRAYA SHAH ALAM

To Kuala Lumpur

To Klang

TAYLOR’SLAKESIDECAMPUS

REFERENCE Railway & Railway station

Taylor's College, Subang Jaya

Taylor’s Lakeside Campus

Hostel

Landmark

TCSJ

School of Architecture • Building • Design

Taylor’s Lakeside CampusTaylor’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 5001E-mail : [email protected]• 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 387www.taylors.edu.my

school of architecture, building and design prospectus 2011

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