Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
This studio-based programme consists of modules that are primarily assessed through design projects, coursework and assignments.
Programme content is concerned with the study of interiors through analysis, research and intervention. Through understanding the needs of the client, respecting the existing situation, and researching the specialised area, it allows the student to respond with relevant, innovative and creative solutions.
The programme uses the design project as the central vehicle for learning and aims to stimulate and provoke imaginative responses to the reuse of interior spaces. Projects address domestic, commercial, hospitality, community, social and user-specific interior briefs.
Course Details
What will you study?
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Creative Practice, Design Fundamentals, Design Illustration and Communication, Draughting, Furniture Design, Interior and Architectural History, Introduction to Materials and Finishes.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, the performing arts or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Further Research
Career Progression
Positions that graduates can work in include: Interior Design Consultancy (Domestic/Commercial), Interior Design Technician, 3D Modelling / Visualisation, Colour Consultant, Kitchen Design, Retail Design, and Set Design.
Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS and/or elsewhere.