BA (Hons) Interior Architecture
Interior architecture is distinct from the better known field of interior design, though the two are linked. Interior architecture degrees typically focus on the adaptation, remodelling and sustainable reuse of specific existing buildings, rather than the creation of new buildings. Course projects consider a diverse range of characterful buildings, that have reached the end of their current lifespan, across the public, private and commercial spheres.We will encourage you to develop an individual design approach, independent thinking, and innovative ideas. You will have the opportunity to develop an individual design approach, independent thinking and innovative ideas. You will have the opportunity to develop the skills required to address real-world situations in an imaginative and dynamic way, preparing you for the world of work.In addition to the three-year full-time course, we offer a four-year sandwich option. This pathway incorporates a one-year professional placement opportunity, recognised by a dedicated Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice: Interior Architecture & Design, which you’ll receive at graduation.Year after year our students produce outstanding industry-standard work and leave the course with an impressive portfolio to launch their career. Take a look at some of the work from last year’s graduates on our Creative Graduates 2022 exhibition site.You will be taught through a combination of supervised studio time, tutorials, lectures and practical workshops. Lectures target important concepts within design history and contemporary practice, and allow you to gain and develop knowledge in specific disciplines. You will receive direct personal feedback on your progress on each studio module on a weekly basis, allowing you to get the support you need to develop. You will also have access, to dedicated design studios which replicate the commercial environment, included desktop computers loaded with specific software, and also to the 24 hour Library Building, Sample Materials Room, 3D workshops (general, metals, ceramics), 3D printing studio, digital media workshops, and photography studios throughout your course.During your first year (level 4), your weekly timetable will typically consist of, for example:When not attending your teaching, sessions mentioned above, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading journal articles and books, working on projects, undertaking research, and preparing for assessments including coursework, presentations and examinations. Your independent learning is supported by the facilities available including the library and Study Hub, Laptop hire, and with online materials in MyUniHub (see student support section below).Your overall workload will include the activities listed above, and with each credit being completed equating to 10 hours of study time (You will complete 120 credits per level of study, which are broken down into modules of typically 30 credits).Level 450% of your time is spent in timetabled Teaching and learning – typical structure activity:Level 550% of your time is spent in timetabled Teaching and learning – typical structure activity:Level 645% of your time is spent in timetabled Teaching and learning – typical structure activity:
