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Master of Virtual Design and Construction

Subang Jaya, Malaysia
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year master's on digitally enabled design and construction, Covering BIM, Extended reality, Autonomous construction and predictive analytics.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop knowledge of Virtual Design and Construction and apply technical analysis
Design principles
and practical problem-solving to academic or practical tasks. Evaluate relevant information and communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Building Information Management Designer/Coordinator
Digital Construction Manager/Specialist
Project Coordinator
Registered Construction Project Manager

Curriculum

Core Modules
Construction Process and Practice
Information Management and Building Information Modelling
Change Management in Construction Digitalisation
Integrated Project I
Integrated Project II
Dissertation I
Dissertation II
Specialisations
Specialisation 1: Digital Design
Digital Construction Estimation and Scheduling
Performance Based Design and Simulation
Parametric Modelling and Design Prototyping
Specialisation 2: Virtual Construction
Simulated Construction Planning and Control
Virtual Environment and Interactive technology
Advanced Technologies in Construction.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Bachelor's Degree (Level 6
Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF)) in the field or related fields with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.50 or equivalent
As accepted by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate
A Bachelor's Degree (Level 6
MQF) in the field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50
Can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment
Bachelor's CGPA 2.50 minimum for the standard route
Lower CGPA considered subject to assessment or work experience (see page).

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (MQF Level 6 or equivalent) in the field or related field, CGPA 2.00-2.75 minimum depending on programme with work experience/interview routes (MBA: CGPA above 2.75).

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
Curriculum Vitae
Research Proposal.

How to apply

Check research entry requirements and identify a suitable research area or supervisor where applicable. Prepare academic transcripts and relevant research supporting documents. Submit the postgraduate research application and respond to any requests for additional information. Complete enrollment and visa steps after an offer if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$14,277 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	RM3,000 MYR

Program details

Campus	Taylor's Lakeside Campus, Subang Jaya
Faculty or school	School of Architecture, Building and Design
Department	Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	40
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	See https://university. Taylors. Edu. My/en/study/scholarships-and-financial-aid/postgraduate-scholarships. Html.

Intakes and deadlines

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February 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.