Interior Design plays a dynamic role in shaping the spaces of contemporary living. It is concerned with the myriad ways in which built spaces can help to define and support everyday life.

 The study of Interior Design provides a rich and complex subject for design investigation. At UCLan the diversity of the subject is reflected in a wide variety of explorative projects. Students are encouraged and supported to find and develop their own individual direction, from large scale interior architecture to small scale fit-out; from close exploration of surface and material to drawing and modelling the interior.

 The course nurtures creativity, practicality, technical knowledge and critical awareness, enabling students to develop a personal design philosophy and a problem-solving ethos. This blend of practical skills, professionalism and creativity provides students with a broad design base and the ability to work in many areas of professional practice.

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

240-300 points at A2 plus interview with portfolio of work containing evidence of drawing ability and ideas.

Course Content

Interior Design plays a dynamic role in shaping the spaces of contemporary living. It is concerned with the myriad ways in which built spaces can help to define and support everyday life.

The study of Interior Design provides a rich and complex subject for design investigation. At UCLan the diversity of the subject is reflected in a wide variety of explorative projects. Students are encouraged and supported to find and develop their own individual direction, from large scale interior architecture to small scale fit-out; from close exploration of surface and material to drawing and modelling the interior.

The course nurtures creativity, practicality, technical knowledge and critical awareness, enabling students to develop a personal design philosophy and a problem-solving ethos. This blend of practical skills, professionalism and creativity provides students with a broad design base and the ability to work in many areas of professional practice.

Course at a Glance

In Level One basic skills and knowledge are introduced in a range of lively and experimental projects focused on drawing, modelling, design concepts and principles to help understand aspects of interior design such as planning, colour, space, structure and surface.  

In Level Two projects focus on particular areas of design practice such as retail, theatre, exhibition and building reuse.  Advanced drawing and modelling skills, understanding materials, construction and detail are all developed to enable experimentation, creativity and practicality.  This is support by knowledge of theoretical and historical perspectives in contemporary interior design.  

In Level Three students explore future contexts for design and develop a realistic Final Project in depth.  Students focus on career ambitions and develop a professional quality portfolio of work in preparation for entering the design industry or associated areas of practice.

Year 1

Creative Thinking
Drawing and Modelling 1
Building Anatomy 1
Historical Contextual Studies
Plus one elective module

Year 2

Interior Design Studies
Digital Drawing & Modelling 2
Building Anatomy 2
Contemporary Contextual Studies
Plus one elective module

Year 3

Honours Project
Materiality and Fabrication
Advanced Professional Practice
Future Lifestyles
Contextual Studies
Design Futures

Assessment:

Assessment is based on 100% coursework. Coursework includes sketchbooks, reports, drawings and presentation. An essay is set at levels 1 and 2 to develop the historical and contemporary context that underpins all design.

Learning Environment:

Virtually all teaching takes place in a modern studio environment. Students are encouraged to direct their studies and tailor their skills to marry their creative and professional ambitions through the use of seminars, presentations, tutorials and continual critical feedback.

Careers:

Career opportunities include working as an Interior Design consultant, in-house designer for a specialist retail shop-fitting contractor, Computer 3-D visualiser, and corporate style consultant. In these jobs your role could take on many guises including Consultancy Business Design Partner or Creative Design team leader.

Fees and Finance

The standard fee for this course will be: £9,000 per year

For further information including the availability of bursaries/scholarships or student financial support please view our Fees and Finance pages.