10 Best Master's Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in Malaysia

10 Master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses are taught at 6 universities in Malaysia — most run 1–2 years. Courses from Universiti Malaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Open University Malaysia come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Arts

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Arts (Research) at Universiti Malaya is a research training degree where the final award is based on a thesis prepared under supervision. The thesis is expe...

Master's DegreeLevel

4 Semesters (Research)Duration

Mode

Semester 1 (October) Intake; Semester 2 (March) IntakeIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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2Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Arts Strategic

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) at Universiti Malaya is an advanced study that combines strategic studies and defence through theory and research. Stud...

Master's DegreeLevel

between 3 semesters and 8 semestersDuration

Mode

NovemberIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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3Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Arts Visual Arts

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Arts (Visual Arts) at Universiti Malaya focuses on visual arts and culture. The programme is interdisciplinary, covering art history, heritage and cultural...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

Semester I intake in September; Semester II intake in FebruaryIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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4Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Dance

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Dance at Universiti Malaya is a fully coursework-based postgraduate dance programme. It develops dance knowledge through creative and academic approaches, i...

Master's DegreeLevel

Minimum of 3 semesters; maximum of 8 semestersDuration

Mode

Semester I in September; Semester II in FebruaryIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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5Master's Degree

QS World #134 #3 in Malaysia Penang, Malaysia

MSC of Landscape Architecture

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

—Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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6Master's Degree

QS World #134 #3 in Malaysia Penang, Malaysia

Master of Arts By Research

Universiti Sains Malaysia — The Universiti Sains Malaysia Master of Arts offers research programmes in Accounting, Finance, and Management. Students complete independent research under supervision f...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

any time throughout the yearIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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7Master's Degree

#48 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Instructional Design and Technology

Open University Malaysia — The Master of Instructional Design and Technology at Open University Malaysia offers an innovative approach to enhancing educational practices through technology. This pr...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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8Master's Degree

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Design Innovation

UOW Malaysia KDU — UOW Malaysia KDU offers a Master of Design (Innovation) for professionals with some knowledge or experience in design. The course focuses on strategic design and innovati...

Master's DegreeLevel

Min. 1 year 4 months (Full-Time/Part-Time)Duration

Full TimeMode

23 January; 2 June; 11 SeptemberIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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9Master's Degree

#53 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Architecture

City University Malaysia — The Master of Architecture program at City University Malaysia is designed for individuals seeking to advance their skills and knowledge in the field of architecture. Thi...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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10Master's Degree

#63 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Design – [ODL]

Raffles University — The Master of Design - [ODL] at Raffles University is a coursework programme focused on design studies. Students work through modules such as Design Issues and Practices,...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #58 (Universiti Malaya) to #134 (Universiti Sains Malaysia); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Universiti Malaya has the largest research record in this group, with 6,091,682 citations and an h-index of 608.

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 1–2 years and between 3 semesters and 8 semesters. 75% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (78% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (78% of courses with a stated intake). Universiti Malaya offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Malaysia for Master's Arts, Design & Architecture?

Universiti Malaya (QS World #58), Universiti Sains Malaysia (QS World #134) and Open University Malaysia (#48 in Malaysia) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Arts, Design & Architecture in Malaysia?

Of those with published fees, Universiti Sains Malaysia is the least expensive at about USD 5,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Arts, Design & Architecture course take in Malaysia?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with between 3 semesters and 8 semesters the next most common.

When do Master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in Malaysia?

Fall is the main intake — 78% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Arts, Design & Architecture online with a university in Malaysia?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in Malaysia?

Universiti Malaya, with 4, ahead of Universiti Sains Malaysia (2).

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