This new interior design course interprets the discipline widely to include all sectors of the commercial, leisure and entertainment industries. Our focus is the creation of spaces in which people live and work and where they are informed and entertained. We will explore the theory and techniques of the design of interior spaces with a particular emphasis on architectural form and the re-use of redundant buildings.
Within this framework, your project work can follow many different approaches, from the sculptural and conceptual to the specific and technical, but above all it is about solving problems for human need. It is the intention of the course to ensure that each student develops a strong philosophical and theoretical stance, so that their solutions maintain an integrity of reason and application. You will develop skills in research and how to organise and categorise information. Ultimately you will be shaping your own future by your own interests and abilities.
You will develop an understanding of the cultural context of architecture and design, and how the design industry relies upon the input of consultants such as engineers, surveyors, building trades and craftspeople. You will develop a working knowledge of construction, building services and materials technology, and the skills needed to create environments that are viable yet innovative.
Visits are undertaken on a regular basis both home and abroad to buildings, exhibitions and places of interest.
Module guide
Year one core modules:
Introduction to Interior Design
Observational and Perspective Drawing
Digital Media in Interior Design
Contextual Studies
Year two core modules:
Development of Interior Design
Building Technology in Interior Design
Themed Environments
Contextual Studies
Year three core modules:
Specialised Practice in Interior Design
Research Thesis Project
Major Project
Methods of teaching and learning
Lecture, seminar, projects, and student-managed learning.
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Associated careers
Graduates can work for architects or design groups in private practice, or for commercial organisations that contain in-house design departments. It is also possible for graduates to work in the visual arts such as film, television, events and theatre design, as well as exhibition and museum design. There are also possibilities of further study in order to obtain a masters degree or even a PhD. In addition, when graduates have worked in the industry for a few years, they can enter the teaching profession after obtaining a PGCE by working in secondary, further and higher education.
Assessment
Continuous assesment by written and practical work.
Professional recognition
Graduates are invited to become members of professional bodies such as the Chartered Society of Designers (CSD) and the British Interior Design Association (BIDA).
Links with industry
Alongside a core staff of permanent lecturers Cambridge School of Art further consolidates its relationship with industry through the regular contribution of part-time lecturers with national reputations as practitioners. The course has many contacts in the design professions and industry which will create opportunities with work placements between 2nd and third year; sponsorship; curriculum development; creation of industry sector study cells for research. Students will be encouraged to join the Chartered Society of Designers as student/diploma members, as well as the British Interior Design Association.
Other areas of interest
Design comptitions appear on a frequent basis and students are encouraged to participate.
220 - 225 tariff points at A Level or equivalent. A Level Art and Design or equivalent, Foundation Diploma or equivalent, BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design. Art, Design and/or Media subjects as appropriate. GCSE English and Mathematics, grade C or above. Portfolio of work and interview. HND direct to year two for suitable candidates. International Students: IELTS (English Proficiency) 6.0 overall, including 6 in writing. For an explanation of qualifications, have a look at our IAG page on this site www.creativeway.org.uk/quals.
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