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Focuses on the creative and practical application of design thinking to interior environments.
Emphasizes spatial planning, aesthetic development, sustainability, and user-centered design.
Integrates elements of art, architecture, material innovation, and digital technologies.
Year-wise Breakdown of Core and Elective Modules
Year 1 (Level 4):
Core Modules: Introduction to Interior Design, Visual Communication, Design History and Theory
Focus: Foundations in design process and spatial awareness
Year 2 (Level 5):
Core Modules: Advanced Interior Environments, Sustainable Design, Digital Modelling
Optional Pathways: User Experience in Interior Contexts, Cultural Narratives in Design
Year 3 (Level 6):
Core Modules: Final Major Project, Professional Practice, Dissertation or Design Research Paper
Optional Pathways: Portfolio Development, Exhibition and Curation
Learning and Assessment Methods
Studio-based learning, lectures, and design seminars
Group projects and critiques
Coursework: model-making, visual presentations, research reports
Capstone project/dissertation in final year
No written exams – assessment is design-output and project-based
Unique Features or Notable Facts
Facilities include dedicated design studios, 3D workshops, and digital fabrication labs
Strong links with industry professionals and guest lecturers
Final-year work is exhibited at professional venues
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Faculty-led design research (e.g., sustainability, community interiors)
Independent final-year design research project or dissertation
Academic Projects and Design Labs
Access to model-making labs, VR simulation tools, and material libraries
Participation in national and international design competitions
Internship Opportunities
Work placement in Year 2 or optional sandwich year
Collaborations with UK interior design firms, retail brands, and heritage organizations
Study Abroad / Exchange Programs
European Erasmus+ (subject to availability)
Semester exchanges with international partners
Optional year-long industry placement between Years 2 and 3
Common Sectors, Industries, and Roles
Interior Designer (residential, commercial, hospitality)
Design Consultant
Visual Merchandiser
Exhibition and Set Designer
Sustainable Design Advisor
Career Services for Interior Design Students
Career workshops, mock interviews, portfolio reviews
Design industry networking events
Mentorship through alumni network
Progression to Postgraduate Education
MA in Interior Architecture, Sustainable Design, or related fields (MDes, MFA)
Portfolio is required to be submittedThis Course is also available with FoundationThe minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent.96–120 UCAS points (A-levels, BTEC, or equivalent).Interview: May be requested.Interior DesignerInterior ArchitectSpatial DesignerExhibition DesignerRetail/Branded Environment DesignerLighting DesignerFF&E DesignerSet/Production DesignerDesign StrategistDesign Researcher
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