• Faculty of Built Environment
  • fab@um.edu.my
  • +603-79677955
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DEAN MESSAGE

Welcome to the Faculty of Built Environment at the Universiti Malaya.

The faculty has a rich tradition of academic excellence and research over the past 20 years of its existence, in providing higher education in design, building, and planning related fields. Our aim is to provide learning experience and produce global professionals that are capable of making a difference in serving building and construction industries.

Currently, we offer five (5) undergraduate and six (6) post graduate programs that are relevant to the local and international market needs. All programs are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifying Agency (MQA) and respective Professional Boards in Malaysia. In addition, some of the programs are also accredited by the renowned international professional bodies such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), UK, The Royal Institution of British Architects (RIBA), UK, and the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA. The programs cover a wide range of theories to practical aspects through various learning strategies led by experts in their fields.

Moreover, the programs are also designed with the aim to equip students with the latest skills and knowledge, which allow them to achieve the program outcomes. This offers opportunities for students to excel academically and professionally.

Universiti Malaya’s vision is very clear - to be a global university impacting the world. We worked hard to elevate our visibility, research capabilities and our ranking position in the world.
 

The Faculty of Built Environment is ranked 51 to 100 by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by subject in 2023. With the current strategies in research and development, international networking, and engagement, it is expected the subject ranking of the faculty will be improved soon. By capitalising on our research strengths namely in the areas of housing, construction, and building, it is expected that the faculty is emerging as a leader in research and tertiary education in Malaysia and South-East Asian region


To support students’ learning and research activities, the faculty is equipped with access to excellent facilities and resources. We have an online library resource with access to high quality and impactful research publications all around the world. We also promote literacy and education through our own faculty library that provides a wealth of resources including books, prints and other resources related to the built environment field. Moreover, we have a 24-hour student lounge, laboratories and most importantly excellent internet access and infrastructure that allow for Remote Learning (RL) and Open Distance Learning (ODL) classes to be conducted remotely. Additionally, the university also provides many facilities and resources to ensure students have a world-class learning experience.

Once again, the faculty welcomes you into this vibrant ecosystem that is conducive in nurturing talents, impacting society, and discovering knowledge, which is needed in producing a knowledgeable professional.

Wassalamu'alaikum Warahmatullahiwabarakatu


Professor Sr Ts. Dr. Azlan Shah Ali, FRICS FRISM Reg BS
Dean, Faculty of Built Environment

 

Last Update: 03/01/2023