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OVERVIEW


Our programme focuses on equipping students with specialist expertise in managing digital-enabled design and construction projects, while integrating sophisticated technologies relevant to industrial practice. You will have the opportunity to delve into various areas, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), Virtualisation and Extended Reality, Autonomous Construction, Predictive Analysis, Cloud and Realtime Collaboration, and much more.

 

We believe in combining internationally renowned academic knowledge with industry expertise to offer you a comprehensive learning experience. Our curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical learning, ensuring that you develop the skills necessary to thrive in the ASEAN Economic Community industry. You will have access to state-of-the-art technologies within our dedicated computer laboratories and virtual environment facilities, enhancing your practical understanding of the subject matter.

School
Architecture, Building and Design

Intake Month

April and September

Study Options

Full time only

Study Programme

1-year (full time)

Co-led

by industry experts

Real-world

Industry projects

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
FUTURE CAREERS

The Master of Science in Virtual Design and Construction is an integrated, multidisciplinary and technology-driven postgraduate programme which provides diversified opportunities for the student’s successful career in the Architecture Engineering and Construction (ASEAN Economic Community) industry.

 

The programme will combine internationally renowned academic and industry expertise with intensive practical learning, using state-of-the-art technologies within the university's dedicated computer laboratories and virtual environment facilities. As the nature of the built environment is diverse and multidisciplinary, the topics and contents covered in the programme are suitable and flexible for all industrial players within the built environment.

Duration

Duration

  • Full time – 1 year (2 long and 1 short semesters)

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Core Modules

Core Modules

You will need to choose 1 module from the list below:

 

  • Construction Process and Practice
  • Information Management and Building 4 Information Modelling
  • Change Management in Construction Digitalisation
  • Integrated Project I
  • Integrated Project II
  • Dissertation I
  • Dissertation II

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Specialisations

Specialisations

You will need to choose one of the below:

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

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Our programme offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the field of Virtual Design and Construction. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Fulfilling one of the requirements listed below:

  1. 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; OR
  2. 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.

 

International Students

IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40 (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score).

Note: 

  • Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
  • All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

 

When you've successfully completed this Master of Science in Virtual Design and Construction programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

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

Master of Science in Virtual Design and Construction

I am Approximate Total Fees
Local Student
MYR 41,960 (Full-Time)
International Student
USD 12,056 (Full-Time)

We offer scholarships to help brightest minds

reach their fullest potential.

Note: Fees will be reviewed annually. For the avoidance of doubt, Taylor’s reserves the right to revise the fee payable for any given semester.

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