Our Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sustainable Digital Construction Management programme has been specifically developed to meet the growing demand for skilled construction managers in Malaysia and globally. The programme addresses sustainability challenges in the construction industry, with an emphasis on Smart and Green Construction practices. Our comprehensive curriculum leverages a Work Based Learning track that offers students with 1 year of industry placement equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this evolving industry.
This programme aligns with the government’s strategic plan, Construction 4.0, which focuses on technology and digital-enabled construction. Specifically, our curriculum supports the goal of adopting Building Information Modeling (BIM) in 80% of construction projects by 2025. By incorporating BIM principles and practices into our programme, we ensure that you are well-prepared to meet industry demands and contribute to the digital transformation of the construction sector.
Key Highlights of Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Digital Construction Management
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
- PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sustainable Digital Construction Management is multidisciplinary, collaborative and technology-driven and provides better opportunities for students’ successful careers in the ASEAN Economic Community industry. The programme is uniquely dedicated to developing construction project managers’ knowledge and expertise in sustainable construction by drawing upon subject expertise within the School of Architecture, Building and Design and other schools in Taylor’s University. The programme focuses on challenges that the built environment faces today and the impact and importance of creating a resilient built environment and digitised construction project management.
It addresses critical global challenges by integrating contemporary construction management theory and practice with fundamental and interrelated sustainable design and construction theory and practice. The programme will expose students to multidisciplinary teamwork, focused on the integration of green and smart design, and construction processes across a building life cycle through collaborative practices emphasising the practical application of sustainability within the programme.
This degree programme is compatible with the Taylor’s Curriculum Framework that allows students to mix & match study modules.
Primary Major
This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.
Common Core
Year 1
- Construction Management and Safety
- Construction Technology I
- Building Information Modelling I
- Building Services
- Construction Environmental Protection Management
- Site Management
- Construction Planning and Scheduling
- Construction Technology II
Year 2
- Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
- Construction Measurement and Estimating
- Cash Flow Management and Construction Economics
- Construction Research Project I
- Tendering Management and Contract Administration
Year 3
- Internship
- Construction Research Project II
- Construction Quality Management / (WBL)
- Industry Project I (WBL)
- Industry Project II (WBL)
Specialisation
You will need to choose one of the options below:
Green Construction
- Internet of Things in Construction
- Construction Simulation Project / (WBL)
- Green Technology and Construction
- Innovative Construction Materials
- SMART Building Systems
Smart Construction
- Internet of Things in Construction
- Construction Simulation Project / (WBL)
- Data Science Principles
- Building Information Modelling II
- Extended Reality in Construction
Note:Â All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
University Core
This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. It consists of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
- Emotional Intelligence in Action
- Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah
- Social Innovation Project
Note:
- Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
- All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Flexible Education
The Flexible Education component offers students the flexibility to explore modules in a related or unrelated field, enhancing and complementing their primary major. This component allows students to broaden their knowledge and skills by selecting modules from the same or different schools within the university.
Flexible Education can take various forms, including free electives, extensions, minors, or even a second major. These options provide students with the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of interest or broaden their understanding by exploring a different field of study.
You will need to choose one of the packages below.
Free Electives
You will need to select any five (5) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list.
The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites
SPM / O-Level with Pre-U or Foundation
Pass SPM//O-level or equivalent with 5 credits including Science or Mathematics for entry with preuniversity/ foundation qualification.
(Except for UEC)
Pass SPM/O-level or equivalent with 3 credits including Science or Mathematics for entry with Diploma qualification.
Note:Â All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Entry Pathway
STPM
CC
A Levels
Min. DD Min.
SAM/SACE
ATAR 65% in 6 subjects
IB
Min 24 points in 6Â subjects
MUFY
Overall 50%
International Canadian Pre-U
Min. 65% in 6 subjects
Taylor’s Foundation/ Diploma
Pass any Taylor’s Foundation/Â Diploma programme with min CGPAÂ 2.00
UEC
A Pass in UEC with Min. 5 Bs including Science or Mathematics
Other Equivalent Qualification
Foundation from an institution recognised by the Malaysian Government with min. CGPA 2.00
Diploma from an institution recognised by the Malaysian Government with min. CGPA 2.00 MoE Matriculation with min. CGPA 2.00. Any other qualification recognised by the Malaysian govt.
Notes:Â
- All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
English Requirements
MUET/IELTS/TOEFL/UEC English
Pass
Taylor’s EET
Overall Score 5.0
Taylor’s IEN Level 2
Grade C
Cambridge English/ELSÂ also recognised; the minimum score varies by programme
Pre-U/Diploma
Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English
International Students
IELTS score of 5.0 OR its equivalent- Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English
Note:Â All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
- FUTURE CAREERS
When you’ve successfully completed this Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sustainable Digital Construction Management programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:
- Construction Manager
- Green Building Consultant
- Green Building Facilitator
- Building Performance Manager
- Sustainability Consultant
- Sustainability Manager
- Sustainability Analyst
- Green Building Project Manager
- Sustainability Program Specialist
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Project Consultant Sustainability
- Energy Project Manager
- Communication Manager – Climate and Energy
- Building Information Modeling (BIM) Manager
- Smart Technologist
- Construction Technical Writer
- Business Development Manager
- Design and Construction Manager
- Technical Director
- Building Information Modeling (BIM) Technician
- Technical Coordinator
- Information Manager
- Digital Project Manager
- Digital Technology Project Manager
- Data Manager