科廷科技大学

Interior architects offer creative, proactive and innovative design solutions for the exciting developments occurring across all areas of contemporary life.

In this degree you will develop a strong foundation in critical design thinking and theory relating to human occupation.

You'll explore how human experience is central to interior architecture, particularly as the ‘innovation economy’ is calling for change to the designs of environments where we learn, work and live.

Professional recognition

This degree is recognised by the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers.

Students and graduates are eligible for membership to the Design Institute of Australia.

Career information

Careers

Interior designer
Specialist designer (lighting, furniture, kitchen, bathroom)
Exhibition and event designer
Interior design writer/critic
Set designer

Industries

Interior design and architecture
Building and construction
Local government
Housing
Retail and hospitality
Exhibition and events
Publications

What you'll learn

• Identify, explain and apply the disciplinary concepts in interior architecture
• Develop creative practices and ways of building knowledge that are critical and reflective
• Evaluate and synthesise information from various sources across multiple disciplines to inform the responsive processes related to the design and experience of interior architecture
• Select and use effective and appropriate visual, spoken, written, graphic and technical communication techniques appropriate for academic and professional environments
• Use a range of available technologies appropriate to interior architecture
• Adapt and respond to new ways of learning and global interaction to develop a self-directed approach
• Develop awareness and sensitivity around community and its role in Interior Architecture with particular attention to context and global differences in perceptions and interpretations of concepts and practice
• Recognise and understand cultural diversity in particular indigenous perspectives and knowledges. Respect individual human rights and include concepts of social sustainability, social equity and cultural diversity into interior architecture
• Work independently and collaboratively demonstrating relevant professional and ethical practices.