Foundation in
Built Environment

[KP/JPS (KA3489) 03/09]

The curriculum of the programme is fully offered and delivered by Limkokwing University .

The Foundation programme provides the fundamental and broadband knowledge and skills to those who aspire to be involved in the field of architecture and the built environment. It is a preparatory programme into the field of architecture and the built environment prior to continuing the tertiary level leading to a degree qualification. The programme encompasses all aspects of creative and critical thinking through design, theory and skill-based modules, understanding the historical background of the built environment, mathematics, its applications and other related aspects. It also serves as a catalyst to opening a student’s mind in order to adapt to the new field of knowledge.

Entry requirements


∙ 5 credits SPM/O’ levels or equivalent
∙ IELTS grade 5.0 or equivalent

Where will it lead?

Upon successful completion, graduates of the Foundation in Built Environment can enter one of the following degree programmes:

BA (Hons) in Interior Design
Bach Applied Science in Architectural Science
BA in Interior Architecture
Network of university partners


Programme structure

Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2

∙ Introduction to
  Design 1
∙ Drawing 1
∙ Introduction to the
  Built Environment
∙ Foundation Mathematics
∙ Building Technology
  Concepts
∙ English 151
∙ Bahasa Malaysia A/B

∙ Introduction to
  Design 2
∙ Drawing 2
∙ Introduction to the
  Built Environment 2
∙ Measurements and
  Applications 152
∙ History and Cultural
  Studies
∙ English 152
∙ Islamic/Moral Studies
∙ Malaysian Studies