Malaysia
UCSI University
Masters
Design
In-person
1 Year
US$13,350
N/A
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The Master of Sustainable Built Environment at UCSI University focuses on sustainability in the built environment, preparing graduates to think about cities and communities through environmental responsibility, social inclusion and economic resilience. It brings together design innovation, technological change and environmental performance, with an emphasis on solving real-world challenges in the context of climate concerns and local community needs.
This Masters programme offers a research-informed learning experience that develops analytical ability, professional competence and the capacity to work across built environment and development fields. Based in Kuala Lumpur and delivered full-time over one year, it is positioned for advanced study in design and built environment practice, with a clear pathway toward doctoral study.
Integrated Sustainable Design Project 1
Building Information Modelling
Theory of Built Environment
Integrated Sustainable Design Project 2
Integrated Building System
Sustainable Design Thinking
Research Methodology
Practice and Management in Built Environment
Building Performance Simulation
Innovative Technologies and Materials
The Master of Sustainable Built Environment at UCSI University focuses on sustainability in the built environment, preparing graduates to think about cities and communities through environmental responsibility, social inclusion and economic resilience.
Master of Sustainable Built Environment takes 1 year and is delivered in person.
Master of Sustainable Built Environment centres on independent research with academic supervision and formal progress milestones.
Academic entry requirements vary by qualification and may include Bachelor's degree or equivalent (CGPA 2.75 and above), Bachelor's degree or equivalent (CGPA 2.50 to 2.75) or other accepted pathways.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$13,350.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or equivalent (CGPA 2.75 and above) | Conditional admissionA Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate |
| Bachelor's degree or equivalent (CGPA 2.50 to 2.75) | A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and below 2.75 Conditional admissionSubject to rigorous internal assessment |
| Degree or equivalent qualification | A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a CGPA below 2.50 Conditional admissionSubject to a minimum of five (5) years of relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS | IELTS Academic: Band 5.0 |
| English Language Requirement | Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 154 |
| TOEFL | TOEFL iBT: 44+ |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English: 47 |
| MUET | MUET: Band 3.5 |
| English Language Requirement | The faculty reserves the right to advise applicants who have met the minimum academic programme’s English Language Requirement to undertake additional English proficiency courses. |
| English Language Requirement | Applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by the Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking additional English proficiency courses. |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$13,350 |
| Estimated total | US$13,350 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.
