Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose. – Charles Eames
The central aim of this diploma, is to give students the practical knowledge and skills to design innovative spaces, select suitable furniture and their placement, how to dress a room and excellent knowledge on lighting design.
This diploma prepares students to become professional Interior Designers and/or Interior Stylists with the expertise in putting the design together and presenting to their clients.
entry requirements
Successful completion of the foundation course, Certificate IV in Design CUV40311, or equivalent.
subjects
- Setting up your business
- How to run an interior design studio
- Presentation skills
- Drawing and rendering your designs
- History styles and trends
- Space and layout
- Lighting design
- Flooring design
- Bathrooms and kitchen designs
- Fabrics and workrooms
- Commercial design
- Residential design
- Architectural features
- Garden design
assessments
Students will be assessed throughout the course as a combination of research assignments and practical projects.
course duration
The course is a 3 hours per week for 30 weeks, taught over 12 months. It is mixed mode delivery of 90 hours of face-to-face and additional self-directed study.
