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Interior Design at KLC School of Design - UCAS

KLC School of Design

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: University of Sussex

Interior Design

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Course summary

Our full-time Diploma of Higher Education in Applied Interior Design is a specialised vocational qualification designed to make its students highly employable and industry-ready interior designers in just one year. This is a highly intensive course packed with extensive practical study time, constant direction from tutors, and enhanced contact with career staff and industry experts. Favoured by career changers, this rigorous programme - covering residential, commercial and hospitality design, equips students with an array of creative, professional and in-depth technical skills, which enable them to gain employment as interior designers in leading design practices.

Modules

Term One Research Project 1* - Textiles, Research & Application Research Project 2* - Evolution of Style Foundation Forum - Core skills Design Project 1 - Residential Design You are introduced to life at KLC and your studio learning environment through a series of fun, interactive workshops and lectures on the design process, creativity and concepts and trends. There is detailed teaching of new visual communication skills, such as sketching, technical drawing and rendering, and your introduction to computer-aided design (CAD) software, including InDesign, EstiPC and AutoCAD. The groundwork is laid for the forthcoming year by familiarising you with core topics such as professional practice, critical thinking for design, the history of interior design and building construction and regulations. Industry guest lecturers are also interspersed throughout the term to inspire you and give you insight into specific fields of design, such as textiles, bathroom design and sustainability. Term Two Design Project 2 - Conceptual Design Design Project 3 - Detailed Design Contextual Essay* - Evolution of Style This term moves on to focus on more specialist subjects, including lighting design, with industry experts introducing you to joinery, ceramics and upholstery, as well as an exploration of the use of technology within design. Visual communication skills are also improved upon with workshops on one and two-point perspective sketching, and new computer-aided design programmes, such as SketchUp and Photoshop, being introduced. An opportunity for integrated work experience is also available during the Easter break*. Term Three Design Project 4 - Group Project Design Project 5 - Final Project (Residential / Commercial Hospitality) You round off your course with two large projects – 1) A 'live', socially-focused group project, in conjunction with the KLC Design Changes Lives Foundation, and 2) A final major project of their choice which will form the basis of your exhibition display. There is a strong focus on commercial and residential design, professional practice and industry regulations throughout these final projects, to ensure students are industry-ready. This includes an introduction to a final CAD programme – Vectorworks. At the end of the Diploma course, the KLC Careers Service offers one-to-one sessions for portfolio and CV advice, internships and interviews. The year then culminates in a final Exhibition and Graduation ceremony, which is attended by designers and professionals from the interiors industry.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
2W25
Institution code:
K95
Campus name:
West Dean: London
Campus code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Entry Requirements The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: Previous degree (in any subject) No previous art and design experience is required We can also accept applications from mature students who do not hold the above qualifications but have achieved sufficient prior learning experience. In this instance, the School will review any short courses, internships or work experience undertaken. English Language Requirements Good command of written and spoken English is required for all applicants. If you reside in the UK, but English is not your first language, you may be asked to undertake an approved English language test. If you are applying from outside the UK, you may be required to take an approved English Language test to meet the requirements for a visa.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.westdean.ac.uk/degrees-and-diplomas/diploma-applied-interior-design-ft#course-structure

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Entry onto the course is by interview only. To prepare for your interview, you will be asked to complete the following: Interview forms, including education and career history A creative exercise A multiple-choice spatial awareness exercise Computer-aided design is a key part of this course; therefore, applicants must be computer literate and able to confidently use their personal laptop.


English language requirements

English Language Requirements Good command of written and spoken English is required for all applicants. If you reside in the UK, but English is not your first language, you may be asked to undertake an approved English language test. If you are applying from outside the UK, you may be required to take an approved English Language test to meet the requirements for a visa.


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £23400 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £23400 Whole course
EU £23400 Whole course
International £23400 Whole course
England £23400 Whole course
Northern Ireland £23400 Whole course
Scotland £23400 Whole course
Wales £23400 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Interior Design at KLC School of Design - UCAS