Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

QUALIFICATION, DURATION, NQF EQUIVALENT LEVEL AND INTAKES
Diploma of Interior Design - 2 Academic Years, Level 5, January and July

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Portfolio and interview. NCEA Level 2 (High School Year 12) or equivalent with good Mathematics, English and Art or Graphics.
English language entry requirements, IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.

INDIVIDUAL COURSE COMPONENTS
Theory and principles of interior design, design process, critical studies, furniture and product design, retail design, product knowledge, ergonomics, construction technology, perspective/technical drawing, design history, drawing and presentation, digital communication/CADD, laws and regulations, business studies.

COURSE SUMMARY
An analytical and strategic approach to presenting a design solution is encouraged in the Diploma of Interior Design mainly through the design process, critical studies, and interior design modules. Problem solving skills are considered an important and integral element of the course. Students research leading design movements and the work of influential designers. The students apply this knowledge as they interpret real-world client briefs, coordinating, managing and presenting their own design solutions.

Preparation for success in the real world is stepped up with components that provide the seamless integration into the workforce.