Built for the future designed around you.

At UOW Malaysia’s School of Built Environment, we don’t just teach design: we shape global professionals with the mindset, skills, and agility to lead the industry forward. Under the leadership of Ts. Vanessa Serbastian, our programs blend Australian, American, and Malaysian academic frameworks with the strict standards of the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM), giving our graduates global relevance and local authority.

What sets us apart is more than our curriculum, it’s the personalised approach behind it. Every student receives one-on-one guidance, whether they need extra support or thrive on challenge. Through this tailored experience, students grow into confident, capable professionals who regularly stand out in global competitions and industry placements.

Our alumni don’t just succeed, they lead. From Directors of Design to award-winning creators, they prove that with the right foundation, mentorship, and vision, careers can go anywhere. This is where design talent is discovered, nurtured, and launched into the world.

Why choose Built Environment at UOW Malaysia?

Globally recognised
LAM-accredited and professionally respected

Career-ready
100% employability track record

Award-winning mentors
Learn from leaders and alumni who inspire

Access to sponsorships and career pathways with leading firms

Global perspective
International classroom experience

Future-focused curriculum
creative, entrepreneurial, and aligned with SDG goals

Housseme

The journey at UOW was an unforgettable experience. Being part of Department of Built Environment gave me the chance to learn, hear from, work, and discuss with different people from various backgrounds in our field to forge us and build that personality that will get us through our career.

HOUSSEME HAMAMI
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture

Ahkyin

The learning atmosphere at UOW Malaysia is agile. Each student is guided according to their learning needs. Whilst we are given methods to hone our strengths, we are also given techniques to improve on our weaknesses. Here, students are not afraid to make mistakes!

AHKYIN NAR YINT TUN
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture

From classrooms to career

Since 2006, our Built Environment graduates have become pivotal leaders, innovative designers, and impactful creators across the global industry. Many now hold roles such as Director of Design, Lead Interior Designer, and Executive Designer. With strong industry links and hands-on studio learning, our programs prepare you for the careers the industry needs.

Alumni experience

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Shima Balquis

Studying at UOW Malaysia has been a transformative experience, both personally and professionally. The environment encourages creativity and real-world problem solving, and the passionate lecturers have helped me grow into a more thoughtful, responsible designer. I highly recommend the Department of Built Environment to those looking to make a meaningful impact through design.

John Poh
Director of Axial Design

The Departement of Built Environment provided me with the skills and knowledge essential for excelling in the industry, offering comprehensive training and practical insights tailored to real-world professional settings. This invaluable foundation played a pivotal role in shaping my journey to becoming a creative director at my own design firm today.

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Alex Chan
Founder, Norm Design Sdn Bhd

My diploma in Interior Design from UOW Malaysia laid a strong foundation for my career. The hands-on learning and industry-relevant curriculum helped shape my creative vision and practical skills. Today, as the founder of Norm Design Sdn Bhd, I credit my success to the solid education and support I received during my time at UOW.

Lee Tuck Onn
Senior Executive, Paramount Property Development

Coming from a non-academic background, my curiosity led me to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture at UOW Malaysia. The hands-on projects and industry exposure shaped my journey. Winning a design competition opened the door to my current role, and I’m now working toward becoming a licensed Interior Designer

Strategic Partnerships

In the Department of Built Environment, partnerships are more than formal agreements, they are vital, strategic collaborations that connect academia with the real world. In a field as practical, fast-moving, and collaborative as architecture and design, these alliances ensure our students graduate with not just knowledge, but real-world experience and industry readiness.

Industry-Driven Practicality
Partnerships bridge the gap between theory and practice, giving students hands-on experience and professional exposure.

Employability & Career Pathways
Industry connections open doors to internships, capstone projects, mentorships, and job opportunities, making our graduates workforce-ready.

Real-World Projects & Problem-Solving
Students work on live briefs, solve real challenges, and learn directly from professionals.

Resilience & Adaptability
Through industry immersion, students develop the mindset to adapt, grow, and thrive in a changing world.

This program is fully accredited by the Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM)