INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

CAD College of Art and Design Brussels

Program Overview

The Bachelor's in Interior Architecture & Design at CAD College of Art and Design Brussels is a dynamic 3-year program (180 ECTS, Cycle 1) that equips you with hands-on skills to master every aspect of creating inspiring spaces, from public venues to private homes and exhibitions. It's perfect for creative minds who love blending artistry with technical precision, offering a solid foundation through expert-led classes, practical projects, and internships starting from year one—preparing you to thrive as a professional interior architect or designer.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 lays the groundwork by immersing you in the essentials of the profession, where you'll dive into technical drawing to master precise visualizations and interior design fundamentals to spark your creative vision for spaces. You'll also explore related subjects like basic scenography, building observational skills and learning to synthesize ideas, all while getting real-world exposure through early internships that connect classroom theory to professional practice.

Year 2 builds on those basics with deeper technical and creative challenges, refining your technical drawing skills for complex projects and advancing interior design techniques to handle commercial, public, and private environments. Here, you'll start managing project elements like coordinating tradespeople and controlling budgets, fostering the creativity and rigor needed to turn concepts into reality, supported by shared CAD modules that emphasize practical knowledge.

Year 3 polishes your expertise across interior architecture and design , culminating in advanced projects where you'll design furniture, exhibitions, and cultural events while navigating regulatory and technological constraints. With extensive internships—nearly a full year total—you'll confirm your skills in real professional settings, collaborating independently or with teams, and graduating ready to lead with confidence.

Focus areas : Public, commercial, and private spaces; furniture and accessories design; scenography; exhibitions and cultural events; technical, technological, and regulatory project management.

Learning outcomes : Gain comprehensive proficiency in all facets of interior architecture and design; develop creativity, rigor, and project management skills; secure strong internships and rapid professional employment through practical, expert-led training.

Professional alignment (accreditation) : Earn a BA degree with dual certification from CAD and Collège de Paris, recognized in over 180 countries, aligning directly with evolving roles for interior architects and designers who work independently or collaboratively.

Reputation (employability rankings): CAD graduates boast exceptional outcomes, with more than 90% finding jobs at home or abroad within months, and 98% securing employment in less than 4 months—thanks to practice-based teaching by active professionals and global partnerships.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now via our simple process—selection interviews start in February. [https://cad.be/undergraduate-interior-architecture-design/]

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At CAD College of Art and Design Brussels, our Bachelor's in Interior Architecture & Design dives right into hands-on learning from day one, using an Anglo-Saxon approach where you learn by doing rather than just listening to lectures. You'll build real-world skills through practical projects that mirror professional challenges, working with top tools and materials to design functional, beautiful spaces. Our modern facilities, like dedicated workshops and computer labs, give you everything you need to turn ideas into reality, guided by working pros who bring industry insights straight to class.

Here's what makes our experiential learning so powerful:
- State-of-the-art software training in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and other contemporary design tools, right in our equipped computer labs.
- Group projects that build your teamwork skills, including collaborative real-life briefs in international multidisciplinary workshops (IMW) held three times a year with students from around the world.
- Internships and in-company projects to get you professional experience early, connecting classroom work to actual jobs in interior architecture and design.
- Design and modeling workshops for hands-on creation with materials, furniture, scenography, and spatial projects.
- Library specializing in architecture, interior design, and urban planning, plus conference rooms for master classes and expert lectures.
- International workshops blending cultures and perspectives for fresh, team-based innovation on "real world" challenges.

Imagine gaining these skills in Brussels' creative hub—it's the perfect launchpad for your career. Ready to apply? Check out our full facilities list here: https://cad.be/yaounde/ (official CAD page). Let's chat about your next steps!

Progression & Future Opportunities

At CAD College of Art and Design Brussels, our Bachelor's in Interior Architecture & Design program dives right into hands-on learning from day one, so you'll build real-world skills through practical projects that mirror what professionals do every day. You'll get plenty of time in our dedicated facilities like computer labs loaded with the latest design software, modeling workshops for turning ideas into physical prototypes, and specialized spaces for group collaboration— all designed to make you confident and job-ready by graduation.

Here's what sets our experiential learning apart, straight from our program details:
- State-of-the-art software training in tools like AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp, used across your courses to create professional-grade plans and 3D models.
- Group projects woven throughout the curriculum, where you'll team up to tackle complex interior spaces, building teamwork and project management skills just like in a design studio.
- In-company internships and real-world projects to give you professional exposure, helping you apply classroom knowledge on actual job sites.
- Computer labs fully equipped with cutting-edge design software for digital rendering and technical drawings.
- Design and modeling workshops for hands-on work with materials, prototypes, and spatial experiments.
- Library specializing in architecture, interior design, and urban planning, packed with resources to fuel your research and inspiration.
- Conference and seminar rooms hosting master classes and lectures from industry experts, bringing fresh insights directly to you.

Imagine stepping into the field with a portfolio that screams "hire me"—this is how we make it happen. Ready to apply? Check out our full facilities list here: https://cad.be/yaounde/ and let's get you started!