Course Code
SAQA 116381
Faculty
Built Environment
Accreditation
BDes
3 Year
Starting February 2025
Tuition from R114400
The Bachelor of Design in Interior Design programme equips students with an expansive knowledge base and a robust skill set, preparing them for diverse career paths within the industry or further academic pursuits. The programme is designed to develop problem-solving skills applicable across various contexts, laying a solid foundation in interior design principles and practices.
The Interior Design programme offers three distinct majors, each tailored to address unique aspects and sectors within the field. These specialised majors enable students to pursue a focused curriculum that aligns with their career aspirations and interests, reinforcing their expertise in these areas of design.
Majors:
Each of these majors is designed to provide a deep dive into specific aspects of interior design, ensuring that graduates are well-versed in the foundational knowledge and skills of the field and possess specialised competencies that align with contemporary industry needs and global sustainability goals. Through these focused majors, the programme aims to develop interior designers who are capable of conceptualising and delivering design solutions that are functional, sustainable, ethical, and socially conscious.
Building on this, the programme tailors its curriculum to equip students with the critical skills necessary to excel in the evolving demands of a digital technological era, emphasising adaptability, technological proficiency, and innovative design thinking.
The Inscape Way
Comprehensive Knowledge Base: The programme immerses students in the broad spectrum of interior design. This includes an in-depth study of design history, theories, and contemporary practices. Students engage with various aspects of interior design, from fundamental principles to advanced concepts, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the field.
Skill Development: Students are trained in practical skills essential for the modern interior designer. This encompasses technical skills like drafting, 3D modelling (BIM), and using industry-standard software, as well as soft skills such as client communication, project management, and creative thinking. The curriculum is designed to foster both creativity and technical proficiency.
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: A core focus of the programme is to develop students’ ability to approach design challenges with innovative problem-solving skills. Students learn to analyse and respond to complex design scenarios, considering factors like functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and user experience. This critical thinking ability is cultivated through project-based learning, case studies, and real-world simulations.
Application Across Various Contexts: Recognising the diverse applications of interior design, the programme prepares students to work in various contexts, such as residential, commercial, hospitality, and exhibition design. The curriculum allows students to adapt their skills to unique design settings and client needs.
Foundation in Principles and Practices: Students gain a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of interior design. This foundation includes understanding space, form, colour theory, materials, lighting, and acoustics. Alongside, they are exposed to best practices in the industry, including ethical considerations, sustainability, and the impact of design on well-being and the environment.
Readiness for Further Academic Pursuits (Articulation): The programme lays a solid foundation for those inclined towards academic research or higher education. It prepares students for immediate entry into professional practice and equips them with the academic rigour required for postgraduate studies, such as an Honours degree.
The Bachelor of Design in Interior Design at Inscape is a holistic programme that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing students to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of the ever-evolving world of interior design.
Bachelor of Design in Interior Design
Design for the environment considers the future needs of our world for the benefit of its people. Sustainability and Green Design are no longer a trend. These concepts have become part of our daily lives, and form an ever-growing and vital market within architecture and the built environment.
3 Year Application - Starting February 2025
South Africa
Special Admissions
We offer mature age exemption for Degrees, Diplomas and Higher Certificates programmes as per USAf requirements. Applications from students who wish to gain access through RPL will be considered. The RPL process is described in the Inscape Admissions Policy and Inscape RPL Application form.
International Students
For admissions to bachelor’s degree:
*Pre-Verification Fee is non-refundable.
Visit the Fees and Funding section or download the fees booklet below.
Preparation for Diverse Career Paths:
Graduates of this programme find themselves well-prepared for a spectrum of career opportunities. They can embark on careers as interior designers, space planners, visual merchandisers, set designers, or pursue specialised roles in sustainable design or historical restoration. The programme’s comprehensive nature also prepares students for leadership roles within design firms or for entrepreneurial ventures.
Graduates can pursue a diverse array of career paths such as:
All students are qualified to enter the Interior Design industry regardless of their chosen major. Those who specialise in the Environmental Design major have the added advantage of versatility, allowing them to branch out into consultancy roles in green design and sustainability across various industries.
Practical Training and Industry Relevance:
The programme incorporates essential practical elements like job shadowing and experiential training, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet industry standards and future challenges. With a strong emphasis on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the principles of the Circular Economy, the curriculum is aligned with the current and future needs of the interior design industry, fostering professionals who are skilled in design and conscious of their environmental and social impact.
Ensuring that every active participant is challenge-ready, work-ready, life-ready and society-ready.