Embark on a transformative journey with our Master’s degree in Interior Design, an innovative programme designed to blend creative theory with practical application.

This course is meticulously structured to immerse you in design concepts while strengthening your proficiency in sustainable practices and wellbeing-focused environments.

Ideal for those aspiring to shape future living and working spaces, this programme offers a holistic approach to interior design, emphasising inclusivity and diversity.

Elevate your design understanding with industry-focussed modules

Throughout this two-year part-time online course, you will delve into a variety of comprehensive modules that seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge with practical skills.

Beginning with an introduction to core design principles, you'll progress through targeted units like Sustainable Futures and Specialism/Practice. These modules are designed to foster your creative thought process while preparing you for real-world challenges.

A key feature is the emphasis on eco-friendly design, where biophilic concepts are taught to enhance environmental harmony and user wellness.

Units such as Transition and Inclusivity equip you with the necessary skills to innovate in today's dynamic, multicultural environments, positioning you as a forward-thinking leader in interior design.

Become an advocate for sustainable and biophilic design

With sustainability at its core, the programme will empower you to make informed, sustainable decisions in your design processes. The Sustainable Futures module, in particular, will sharpen your ability to envision and implement eco-sensitive design solutions that prioritise both environmental impact and human wellbeing.

This focus not only enhances your design portfolio but also broadens your appeal to eco-conscious clients increasingly prioritising sustainable living.

Gain insights from leading design experts

Study alongside this programme's distinguished academic team, comprising of experienced tutors, Dr Lisa Thurlow and Dr Maria Caserio, who bring invaluable industry insights into the virtual classroom.

Additionally, pre-recorded guest lectures from renowned professionals like Oliver Heath, Dawn Scott and Stephen Edge will enrich your learning experience and offer real-world perspectives on cutting-edge design strategies.

Live lectures are given by industry professionals during the duration of the course, which gives students the opportunity to meet and gain current industry research innovations linked with global challenges. These interactions are designed to foster a comprehensive understanding of contemporary design challenges and opportunities.

Build out your portfolio through a practical project

The programme concludes with a Master’s Project, a comprehensive 45-credit unit where you'll synthesise your theoretical and practical learning to address a complex design challenge.

This capstone project is tailored to refine your research abilities and individually enhance your specialist subject skills, providing a platform to demonstrate your specialist ability for creative problem-solving and innovative design solutions.

This real-world application of coursework ensures that you emerge ready to contribute to the design community.

What career opportunities could this degree unlock?

This degree paves the way for an exciting range of career prospects, enabling you to engage with the evolving demands of the design industry. Potential roles include:

• Interior Design Consultant: Provide expert advice and creative solutions to a variety of clients seeking sustainable and aesthetically pleasing spaces. 

• Sustainable Design Specialist: Lead projects focused on eco-friendly and wellbeing-centric designs in corporate, residential, and public sectors.

• Commercial Interior Designer: Develop interior spaces for commercial properties, integrating functionality with state-of-the-art design trends to achieve optimal user experience.

• Interior Design Lecturer: Interior design teaching or tutoring is another career path you could explore after completing your MA. 

The sectors you could find work in are also varied and could include:

• Retail

• Hospitality

• Leisure

• Education

• Exhibition

• Healthcare

• Domestic

• Luxury design e.g., super yachts and boutique hotels

Is this a part-time or full-time degree?

This Master’s programme is structured to accommodate your professional and personal commitments, being delivered part-time over the course of two years. Delivered entirely online, it offers flexibility with various start dates in January, May, and September..

Expect to engage with approximately 15-20 hours of study per week, through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning. Assessments will range from coursework and projects to collaborative assignments, all designed to encourage application of your learning to practical scenarios.

Embark on this Master’s programme and redefine the scope of your creativity while contributing to sustainable innovation in interior design.