MA Interior Design

Graduates typically pursue roles as design consultants, design directors, or spatial designers. Alumni have secured positions at leading firms such as Gensler, TP Bennett, and Woods Bagot, working across sectors like retail, residential, and exhibition design.

Assessment is conducted through portfolios of written, research, visual, and physical project work. The course concludes with a major project where you formulate an independent body of work, which is exhibited at the MA graduation show.

The institution provides comprehensive support for students, including access to workshops, facilities, and close relationships with teaching staff who offer advice and guidance throughout the course.

The course focuses on real-world project work, often involving 'live' clients, which provides practical experience. While specific internship placements are not guaranteed, the curriculum is designed to enhance professional attributes and career opportunities.

This course is research-led and situated within a multidisciplinary School of Art, Architecture and Design. It offers a unique collaborative environment where students from various design backgrounds work together, reflecting the current design sector.

Yes, the course emphasises generic and transferable skills in the design of the built environment. You will rehearse design processes through project work, applying research methods to solve complex, real-world problems.

The learning experience is studio-based, fostering a collaborative working model. You will engage in research, project development, and critical analysis, supported by tutors and peers in a creative community.

Prospective students should have a strong degree in a related subject and a portfolio demonstrating their creative ambition. It is recommended to apply early as places are limited.