Department of Architectural Technology & Interior Design

Full-time 3 years

Dip (Interior Design)

The programme aims to produce interior designers who will be competent to design the working spaces or living environments of people so that they are more efficient, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. The focus is on the re-use of existing buildings or installations in new buildings of a variety of types but most particularly the commercial field. Design exercises are augmented by the study of interior design theory, history of interior design, soft furnishings, marketing, retail design, shop fitting, space planning and related construction technologies and building services. Design trends across the spectrum of design disciplines and the latest developments in design thinking are covered in detail.

Full-time 1 year

Advanced Diploma (Interior Design)

This programme aims to prepare senior interior designers for larger projects. This design-focused course aims to produce senior interior designers who can, with some experience, practice independently as part of the team of consultants responsible for major new and adaptive re-use projects. A four-year qualification is the international pre-requisite for practice in interior design.