If you dream of a career as a Residential or Commercial Interior Designer, Exhibition Designer, Kitchen and Bathroom Designer or Rendering Specialist, this course is for you.
The Interior Design course is perfect for students wanting to work in the interior design industry in spatial design, creative management, communication and business.
Students can study online, on campus or mixed, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities, where you will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working within major brands, design studios and architectural firms. You will undertake fundamental units such as design history, creative theory, material exploration, entrepreneurship and digital integration.
Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career-ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships, students have opportunities to partake in real-world business experiences, gaining access to industry connections through internships and placements.
Students will graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the interior design industry, both in Australia and internationally.
→ Acquire an in-depth understanding of design culture, creative theory and history
→ Learn and apply practical skills in creative interior design and conceptualisation
→ Gain hands-on experience in design technologies, events and installations
→ Work on industry projects with interior designers and brand leaders
→ Gain knowledge and experience in interior design practices and entrepreneurship
→ Develop an industry-relevant portfolio of creative projects
→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements
→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three
→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees)
When Alecia Mostert moved to Melbourne, she didn’t expect to make connections so quickly. In her first year of study, she and her classmates had the exclusive opportunity to design and collaborate with industry leaders, DENFAIR. Here's how her work became front and centre.
Look at the wall in front of you: is it dark or bright? Textured or flat? A coloursmith could have been the one who decided what that wall in your room looks like. Clare Scanlan from Scanlan & Makers is someone who does exactly that, mixing colours and painting walls to create the perfect base to decorate. Here's what happened when she invited our Interior Design students to her Collingwood studio.
When it comes to interior design and styling, there's nothing more thrilling than bringing a space to life. For Interior Design student Jacinta Ashby, her hunger for industry experience led her to pitch a concept to Peel Street Festival: she would style their two artist green rooms, and hone her skills along the way.
While studying interior design at Collarts in 2015, Sarah Shinners saw that Simone Haag was doing a talk at Modern Times. She went along and knew immediately that she wanted to be a part of Simone’s world. Fast forward three years and Sarah is kicking career goals as Simone Haag’s Design Manager. Sarah says her success is due to hard work, passion, and always saying "yes."
Interior Design Student
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The Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) course is perfect for people wanting to work in the interior design industry in spatial design, creative management, communication, and business.
The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
→ Acquire an in-depth understanding of design culture, creative theory and history
→ Learn and apply practical skills in creative interior design and conceptualisation
→ Gain hands-on experience in design technologies, events and installations
→ Work on industry projects with interior designers and brand leaders
→ Gain knowledge and experience in interior design practices and entrepreneurship
→ Develop an industry-relevant portfolio of creative projects
→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements
→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three
→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here
The Diploma and Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 098440K & 098439C.
This course contains notebook, art kit, software, and computer requirements—please see here for a comprehensive list.
The Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) course is perfect for people wanting to work in the interior design industry in spatial design, creative management, communication, and business.
The diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study and you have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).
→ Acquire an in-depth understanding of design culture, creative theory and history
→ Gain hands-on experience in design technologies, events and installations
→ Work on industry projects with interior designers and brand leaders
→ Gain knowledge and experience in interior design practices and entrepreneurship
→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements
→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here
The Diploma and Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 098440K & 098439C.
This course contains notebook, art kit, software, and computer requirements—please see here for a comprehensive list.
→ Applicants will need to submit a portfolio of 4 - 6 pieces of original creative work
→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry
→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age
→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree
→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements
→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent
→ VCAL students are not eligible for the Bachelor until they have successfully completed the diploma
→ If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age
→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements
→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply
→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview
→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview
FIRST YEAR | DESIGN THEORY | PRACTICAL APPLICATION | DESIGN COMMUNICATION | INDUSTRY AWARENESS |
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Trimester 1 | Creative Theory | Colour Exploration | Design Drawing 1 | Critical Thinking |
Trimester 2 | Design Movements | Material Exploration | Design Drawing 2 | Digital Integration |
Trimester 3 | Regional Design Culture | Systems & Assembly | Computer Aided Design 1 | Design Entrepreneurship |
SECOND YEAR | DESIGN THEORY | PRACTICAL APPLICATION | DESIGN COMMUNICATION | INDUSTRY AWARENESS |
Trimester 1 | Design for Environments | Design Studio 1 | Computer Aided Design 2 | Global Industry & Careers |
Trimester 2 | Design for Experience | Design Studio 2 | Computer Aided Design 3 | Portfolio Development |
Trimester 3 | Design for Humanity (Capstone Project) | Design Studio 3 Emerging Design (Capstone Project) | Emerging Technologies (Capstone Project) | Industry Placement (60 Hours min.) |
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