Taught course

Interior Architecture and Design

Institution
Heriot-Watt University Dubai · School of Textiles and Design (SOTD)
Qualifications
MA

Entry requirements

For MSc entry, a good relevant Honours degree (first or second class) or equivalent overseas qualifications will be considered. Given the clear practical element of the programmes, we will also consider non-graduate candidates holding less than a good Honours degree, or its equivalent, but with compensating qualifications or experience may be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma programme. Transfer to the MSc will be possible later on if exams and course work are at MSc level.

To find out about the entry requirements for this programme, please send an email to dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk

English language requirements

Where English was not the medium of instruction at secondary school, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (with all elements passed at 6.0 or above). Applicants who have completed secondary and tertiary education will need to provide documentary evidence. A minimum of one year full-time study in English will be required.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

There is currently a divide between what we regard as 'Interior design', and what we regard as 'Interior architecture'. However there is an on-going convergence of both fields, and an opportunity exists to fuse together the most influential elements of both; the creativity, process, and design thinking of designers, with the science, knowledge, and pragmatism of architecture.

The programme aims to fuse key aspects of both fields, to prepare graduates to enter and lead an evolving design industry. Heriot-Watt University is well known as a leader in STEM education and research and as such we aim to consider and combine the role of both science and design in informing interior architecture and design. Students are educated through a variety of studio projects, specialist subjects, and cross-disciplinary contextual and theoretical courses.

The programme attracts students primarily from an art, design, and architectural background, and expects that each student develop their own project, and concepts, that test and challenge perceived norms or patterns.

Duration

  • 1 year full-time, MA. This is a one-year programme consisting of three semesters (two taught, and one by research and supervision)
  • 2 years part-time, MA. This is a two-year programme consisting of 5 semesters (including taught, and one by research and supervision).

Fees and funding

International students
AED 85,176

Scholarships and bursaries

See our range of degree entry, undergraduate, postgraduate taught and PhD scholarships and discounts.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MA
    full time
    12 months months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    24 months months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Dubai Campus
Email
Dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk
Phone
+97145717000