Overview

The Philosophy In Built Environment Master is offered by UCSI University. The programme offers opportunity for self-directed learning with the benefits of individual academic supervision. Learners will have engaged in rigorous research work and produced a well-resolved or argued dissertation. 

Key Facts

Learners need to demonstrate in-depth, critical understanding of their research topic, while coming up with new insights to existing scholarship. Upon successful upgrade of research proposal, in company with the University Senate’s approval, learners may apply to convert the MPhil research into the Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture (PhD in Architecture), usually by the third or fourth semester. This programme focuses on research (dissertation and viva-voce) as a major requirement for attaining the degree. Throughout the candidature, a qualified principal supervisor and experienced supervisory committee will guide the learners in developing the research project. Students will also have access to specialist support which includes community engagement programmes, public lectures, research seminars, exhibitions, conference presentations, thesis competitions, and more.