Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Interior Design Atlantic Technological University - Galway City – Wellpark Road Campus, Ireland

The BA (Hons) in Interior Design is a 4-year course. It has a common first semester, after which students can switch to another design programme if they wish (subject to available places). Applications for Advanced Entry from those with an appropriate FETAC Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) and/or relevant prior learning are also welcome.

Topics on the programme include Photography, Digital Media, Design History & Theory, Creative Problem Solving, Business & Entrepreneurial skills and an Ethical and Sustainable Design ethos. Interior Design Students will learn about the design of interior spaces, 3D modelmaking, building regulations, ergonomics and human-centred design, textile and surface design, interior design – surfaces, materials and finishes, interior design – integrated interior design project, and building information modelling.

Our course also features a full year of professional practice (with some online tuition) that can be experienced as a year-long industry placement, or a combination of placement and international exchange, or on-campus industry projects that link with industry partners nationally and internationally.

Employers value our design graduates for their creative problem-solving skills, good communication skills, IT literacy, flexibility, teamwork skills, and visual presentation skills.