The PhD program at Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment (FKAB) Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia offered solid and life-altering training to students. Faculty members are well-known experts in their own field and most importantly, they are always available whenever students need advice. I was able to co-author with them and started to build up my research pipeline in early stage. After graduation, with its rapid expansion, the reputation of Department of Architecture and Built Environment (JSAB) of FKAB continues to intangibly benefits my academic career. Thanks to my supervisor who gave me a lot of advice throughout my studies. I sincerely appreciate the education from FKAB UKM

Doctoral programs at Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment (FKAB) Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia provide a diverse, inclusive, and research-intensive learning environment. The wonderful faculty and advisors train students on state-of-the-art quantitative techniques so that the students can conduct impactful research and build their academic career. Based on my experience, students are put on a success trajectory from day one—faculty and peers make themselves available to support them throughout the journey. Thanks to my supervisor who gave me a lot of guidance throughout my studies. I am very thankful for everything that I’ve learned at FKAB UKM.

Six wonderful years of architectural learning and training in the Department of Architecture, FKAB, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia has prepared me physically and mentally in facing the challenges in the corporate world with confidence whereby I manage to work at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for Arch-Age Design Consortium from 2017 until 2019 and DP Architects Hanoi branch office, from 2019 to 2021. I am a proud alumnus of UKM since I graduated in 2011.

As an Architect, Master Planner and Urban Designer, Aswady plays an active role in all facets of design, from tenders and submissions to project documentation and delivery while engaging in a number of diverse projects at Jackson Architecture, demonstrating his refined skillset and analyse the varied factors associated in a particular project. Being an alumni of M.Sc. in Development and Sustainability, and most of his youth pursuing B. Science in Architecture at UKM, before finally continuing M.Arch at University of Melbourne and resides there currently. Skilled in Revit BIM modelling, presently, Aswady is finalising the documentation for the $250M Victoria University Tower. Aswady translated the client’s needs from schematic design through to the construction phase and offers project thorough understanding of building regulations and requirements.

I graduated in Architecture (LAM Part I) from the Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment (FKAB), UKM in 2009 and the education journey there is truly an unforgettable experience for me. Furthering my Part II Architectural studies in Australia, studying in JSAB UKM is one of my best moments at the university where I have meet amazing people that I will cherish for life. While I was in UKM, it has really allowed me to meet as well as great people, and of course I grew confidence and had develop great skills for my career that I got the opportunity to start working in Singapore for two years at Kyoob Architects Pte. Ltd.

The three years at the Department of Architecture and Built Environment, UKM for my PhD. study have been full of great experience, where I have learned multiple skills and knowledge. The Department of Architecture and Built Environment, UKM is a very special place that feels like home because I was surrounded by a very supportive community. I also had the chance to work with other departments, which was such a great pleasure. The research projects were very diverse and interesting that leads my learning journey to amazing innovations and exploring new findings. The learning experience in JSAB had taught me in giving my best, continuing to keep learning and keep growing for my career as a scholar and an academician in the field of architecture where she currently teaches at Port Dickson Polytechnic