Interior Design (Hons) Solent University

Overview

This Interior Design (Hons) at Solent University blends aesthetics and technology, asking students to use their design, research and problem solving skills to create amazing indoor spaces. Real world learning is at the heart of this course, delivered through close association with industry using, where possible, live briefs and employer input to help students secure roles in industry.

Throughout this course, you will be able to combine creativity with technical skills to help you understand, design, visualise and make interior spaces in domestic, retail, workplace, hospitality and commercial sectors. 

The course places emphasis on the architectural elements of the interior design where you will learn the principles of space planning, functionality and user experience/journey, as well as sustainability, wellbeing, material selection, aesthetics and professional practice within an interior setting.

You will be nurtured and supported to become creative designers and independent thinkers with a flair for design and an eye for detail. The course places strong emphasis on equipping students with the knowledge, practical skills and technical ability to support them in becoming fully-rounded professional interior designers. 

From hand sketching, mood boards and digital modelling, you’ll gain the practical experience required to create a professional portfolio.

Career

Suitable roles for graduates include:

• Architectural interior design
• Superyacht interior design
• Commercial and residential design
• Product design
• Exhibition and showroom design
• Retail design and space planner
• Interior creative consultant
• Interior creative lighting design
• Professional freelance interior design