Study location	United Kingdom, Nottingham
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA
Course code	K1W2

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT (taken outside the UK) with an overall score of 83; CAE (Cambridge English Advanced) grade C

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. As part of your application, we ask for a digital creative portfolio ; this is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential as a designer

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. ntu.ac.uk/..terior-architecture-and-design

Overview

In 2013, 97% of graduating students from the sandwich course went into employment or further study within six months of graduation. (DLHE survey 2012/13)

If you are interested in the design and development of internal spaces in relation to their overall architectural composition then this is the course for you. You will develop an understanding of how structure, colour and light are used to create practical, useful and stimulating environments.

The course is delivered through lots of practical work including:

group projects
study trips
real-life projects from industry and competitions.
This will give you the complete package of skills, knowledge and experience to develop your career as an interior architect.

Why choose this course?
On this Chartered Society of Designers (CSD) accredited course you will have the opportunity to:

Undertake exciting work placement opportunities
Benefit from the strong collaborative links with professional practices
Participate in international study visits
Work in professional-standard facilities and studios alongside a dedicated model making studio
Hear from guest speakers in industry
Switch between full-time and sandwich options to suit your own requirements
NTU is currently third for the number of undergraduate students studying architecture, building and planning, (HESA 2014/15)
Unique opportunities available through NTU’s HIVE

Programme structure

What will I study?
Throughout your course you will familiarise yourself with the principals of design related to architectures and interiors. The projects will be based upon real sites and, where possible, client focussed.

Year One modules:

IAD Design Studio One
Design Communication
Technical Studies One
Interior Architecture in Context One.
Year Two modules:

IAD Design Studio Two
Professional Studies
Technical Studies Two
Interior Architecture in Context Two.
Year Three: Optional work placement year
The third year work placement option is spent in working in industry gaining relevant and valuable experience.

Final year modules:

IAD Design Studio Three
Technical Studies Three
Research project.

Career opportunities

In 2013, 97% of graduating students from the sandwich course went into employment or further study within six months of graduation. (DLHE survey 2012/13)

This course will prepare you to succeed in the interior architecture industry through:

work placements
working on real projects from industry
field work
input from industry professionals
regularly updated course content.
You will be equipped with core design skills, knowledge and attributes for the rest of your professional career.

Where do Interior Architecture and Design graduates from NTU work?
NTU has a strong architecture alumni community with many graduates working in senior positions in leading national and international companies.

Recent graduate destinations have included:

Dalziel and Pow
Waterbridge Designs
Morphos Architects
RDYC, New York
Hirsh Bedner Associates
Scott Brownrigg
Fitch
Fromental.