Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture is an engaging 3.5-year programme designed for aspiring interior architecture professionals seeking to innovate in the field. Through a dynamic learning experience, students develop essential design skills, starting with studio-based training in design processes and interactions between people and interior spaces. The curriculum balances theoretical and practical subjects, including design practice, modelling, drawing, furniture design, and sustainable design, ensuring well-rounded expertise. Strong communication skills and proficiency in the latest technology further enhance career readiness. A 6-month industrial placement provides real-world exposure, reinforcing practical learning. Developed in alignment with the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) guidelines, the programme awards graduates dual certification from Sunway University and Lancaster University, enhancing their global recognition.

STPM

• Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)

A-Level

• Minimum 8 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)
• Note: For A-Level points calculation
  • A = 10 points
  • B = 8 points
  • C = 6 points
  • D = 4 points
  • E = 2 points

Australian Matriculation

• ATAR 55

Canadian Matriculation

• 55%

Monash University Foundation Year

• 55%

Sunway Foundation in Arts

• CGPA 2.0

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology

• CGPA 2.0

Unified Examination Certificate

• Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)

International Baccalaureate

• Completed with minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points)

Sunway Diploma in Related Field*

• CAVG 50% or CGPA 2.0

APEL.A

• An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning) 

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Specific Requirement for Certain International Students

International students from certain countries that want to take some Sunway University degree programmes (for example programmes in partnership with Lancaster University) will need to take and pass our online six-month International Preparatory Programme (IPP). This is a requirement to enrol on a Sunway degree programme that also leads to a degree certificate awarded by Sunway’s partner institution. Students are required to pass all the subjects with grade C or above to progress to the degree.

Portfolio Requirements

Pass a Portfolio review by the University

• Why is a Portfolio Necessary?
  • A portfolio provides some indication of your ability in design and allows us to assess your creative potential.
• A portfolio should contain 5 - 15 examples of your own original creative work. Its purpose is to demonstrate how you express your concepts through media. Any form of media is acceptable. Photographs, drawings and 3-D work will be accepted as digital photographs. For media work, links to streaming sites such as Vimeo, YouTube or SoundCloud are acceptable. Otherwise, Video files must be an H.264 QuickTime file. Games or other applications must be playable on both Macintosh and Windows operating systems.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS or equivalent 6.0
• MUET Band 4
• SPM English B+
• UEC English B4
• O-Level English (1119) Credit
• Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
• ESL / English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English

Note: Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

*Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.

Year 1

• Design Thinking Fundamentals
• Drawing Techniques
• History of Architecture and Design
• Model Making
• Interior Architecture 1
• Computer Aided Design 1
• Building Materials & Construction 1
• Architectural Graphics
• English for the Arts

Year 2

• Interior Architecture 2
• Computer Aided Design 2
• Building Materials & Construction 2
• Interior Architecture 3
• Building Services & Technology
• Design for Society
• Colour, Materials & Finishes
• Communication Skills
• Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills

Electives (Choose any 1 in Year 2)

• Advanced Architectural Graphics
• Exploring Cultures
• History of Southeast Asian Architecture
• Interior Visual Composition

Year 3

• Interior Architecture 4
• Sustainable Interior Design
• Research Proposal
• Professional Practice & Management
• Furniture Design
• Lighting Design

Year 4

• Final Year Project
• Internship (Part 1)
• Internship (Part 2)

Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subject

For Local Students

• English for the Arts
• Communication Skills
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
• Community Service for Planetary Health
• Entrepreneurship Mindset and Skills
• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
• Integrity & Anti-Corruption

For International Students

• English for the Arts
• Communication Skills
• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
• Critical Thinking
• Community Service for Planetary Health
• Entrepreneurship Mindset and Skills
• Integrity & Anti-Corruption