University of Nicosia
University of Nicosia Nicosia

Interior Design (BA)

Information

Department
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Duration
4 years
Additional Information

The Interior Design course provides students with a comprehensive set of skills to prepare for a career in interior design. The course provides a strong grounding in key conceptual and technical aspects of spatial design, develops creative thinking, self-expression and a capacity for independent learning.

Furthermore, the programme focuses on the interior design studio and encompasses courses in other subject areas such as history and theory, technology, environment and visual communication. Various electives are included in each year to ensure students receive a well-rounded academic base that will enhance both their personal and professional development.

Career Prospects

An interior designer analyses needs, integrates findings with knowledge of interior design, formulates design concepts, develops and presents design recommendations, prepares working drawings, collaborates with other licensed practitioners, prepares and administers contract documents and evaluates design solutions. Therefore, what one does within the field of interior design depends on his/her area of interest and design specialty. One may be employed by an interior design or architectural firm, a retail store, or a design division of a corporation or institution. One may decide to be self-employed and work out of his/hers own studio.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree).

Program

Semester 1

  • Introduction to Interior Design
  • Fundamentals of Design
  • Representation I
  • Basic Writing    
  • Introduction to Multimedia

Semester 2

  • Interior I    
  • Materials Workshop    
  • Photography and Space
  • Respresentation II
  • Drafting    

Semester 3

  • Interior II    
  • Materials for Interiors
  • History of Architecture I    
  • Drafting and Representation III    
  • English Composition    

Semester 4

  • Interior III    
  • Light and Colour    
  • Structures and Construction for Interior
  • History of Architecture II    
  • CAD I    

Semester 5

  • Interior IV    
  • Building Services/Integrated Design    
  • History and Theory of Interior Design
  • CAD II
  • Introduction to Exhibition Design    

Semester 6

  • Interior V    
  • Detailing and Finishes for Interiors    
  • Sustainability in Interior Design
  • Catalyst Workshop I    
  • Furniture Design
  • Advanced CAD and Mixed Media    

Semester 7

  • Interior VI    
  • Final Year Project; Research and Writing
  • Work Placement
  • Design of Gardens and Small Outdoor Spaces    
  • Modern and Contemporary Art
  • Preservation and Restoration of Architectural Heritage    

Semester 8

  • Final Year Project; Design    
  • Design Practice and Project Management    
  • Business and Professional Communication
  • Cultural Heritage