Interior Design Course | Study at Collarts

STUDY INTERIOR DESIGN

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 blended*, 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.

CRICOS CODE

→ Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) - 2 years: 098439C
→ Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) - 3 years: 104503A

→ Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) - 2 trimesters: 098440K
→ Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) - 3 trimesters: 104425K

OPPORTUNITIES & EXPERIENCES

→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Bachelor course

*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria. Contact international@collarts.edu.au for more information.

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Industry Partnerships

"The best thing about studying at Collarts is that there is never a limit. Paired with the industry experience and awesome lecturers, I just feel like Collarts is right for me."

JACINTA ASHBY

Interior Design Graduate

"I want to inspire students to think globally. I want to equip them with the skills and ability to work on projects locally and remotely, while addressing real issues, obstacles, and challenges regardless of time zones."

BRUNO DUVAL

Head of Interior Design

"When I was looking at my options, Collarts’ practical approach was exactly what I was looking for. Collarts is so industry-focused, and I wanted my degree to be a stepping stone for a job in the future."

ALECIA MOSTERT

Interior Design Student

Student holding a paint bucket with a paintbrush in it

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION

Apply online via the Apply Now button on the page. Soon afterwards, our International Team will contact you.

DOCUMENTATION

Organise and submit the requested documentation for your application, ensuring all details are correct.

INTERVIEW AND/OR AUDITION

Book and attend an interview and/or audition, where you will meet our friendly International Team.

OFFER

If your application is successful, Collarts will issue a Letter of Offer and invoice directly to you.

ACCEPTANCE

To accept your offer, you must return a signed Student Agreement with receipt of payment.

CONFIRMATION

Once your offer is accepted and your payment received, Collarts will issue an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) as evidence of your enrolment.

HEALTH COVER

Once you have your eCoE you must purchase your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

VISA

To prepare for your studies in Australia, you must apply for your Visa.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS (INTERIOR DESIGN)

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 fast-tracked over six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or standard over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study.

THROUGHOUT THE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Bachelor course

The Bachelor and Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 098439C (2 years)/104503A (3 years) & 098440K (2 trimesters)/104425K (3 trimesters).

This course contains notebook, art kit, software, and computer requirements—please see here for a comprehensive list.

*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

DIPLOMA OF ARTS (INTERIOR DESIGN)

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 fast-tracked over two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study or standard over three trimesters (12 months) of full-time study. You also have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

This course contains notebook, art kit, software, and computer requirements—please see here for a comprehensive list.

*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ 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

You will also need to supply the following documentation to support your application, including:

→ A certified copy of transcripts and high school certificate (translated if necessary)

→ English test results or alternative evidence of English proficiency

→ A certified copy of your passport

→ A current visa (if applicable)

→ Proof of GTE and financials (if applicable)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE APPLICANTS

International students must meet the following criteria:

→ Applicants must be at least 18-years-old at course commencement

→ Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12

→ English Proficiency (see below)

→ Interview

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism and Creative Writing, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0)

Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:

→ Results of English subjects in a range of countries’ secondary school certificate, ALevel or the International Baccalaureate. Please contact international@collarts.edu.au if you have any questions

→ Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers

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