C10057v8 Bachelor of Design in Interior Design

Overview

This course allows for a broad view of the role of the interior designer, providing a thorough understanding of the cultural aspects of interior space. Projects range from designing interiors of large buildings to a single piece of furniture. Interior designers work with building construction, building materials and building product supply industries to create designs for interior built environments.

This course is one of the longest established and most respected interior design courses in Australia. It allows for specialised and flexible learning paths in which experimentation, exploration and investigation are offered.

Course aims

This course presents fundamental design concepts and explores all aspects of the interior – human factors, building structure and technology, environmental and other building systems, contextual issues, design theories and methods, and communication.

Career options

Career options include positions in event design, exhibition design, film and television production, furniture design, interior design (self-employed or within an interior design or architectural practice), marketing, textile design, theatre design or as a stylist.

Additional admission requirements

International students (excluding those studying in an Australian high school) must submit an application to UTS: International (in person, by mail or online) or through an accredited UTS representative. The application must include a portfolio of the student's work (preferably provided on CD or DVD).

Additional assumed knowledge

Any two units of English.

Visual Arts; Art History; and/or Design are recommended. For non-current school leavers, previous related study or work experience would be of assistance.

Course duration and attendance

This course is offered on a four-year, full-time basis. The hours of attendance are generally four full days per week. Students can study this program part time after consultation with the Course Director.

Course structure

Students must complete 192 credit points comprising the following:

• 156 credit points from the Core Program
• 24 credit points of Elective subjects
• 12 credit points of optional Design Studies subjects.

Course completion requirements

Course program

Other information

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