DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN
MQA/A7763 | KPT/R2/581/4/0012 (11/2022)
Intake: January / May / September
Duration: 2 years 4 months, Full-time
Course Fees:
ask@raffles.edu.my
MALAYSIA
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
SPM / IGCSE / GCE O-Levels: 3 Credits; or
Senior Middle 3 (UEC): Grades BBB; or
International High School Equivalent
Pass Portfolio Review or Drawing Test
conducted by Raffles Kuala Lumpur or
a PASS in Art in SPM or equivalent
ENGLISH COMPETENCY
IELTS 5.0; or
Credit in SPM English 1119; or
Credit in O-Level English / IGCSE
International
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IGCSE / GCE O-Levels: 3 Credits; or
International High School Equivalent
Pass Portfolio Review or Drawing Test
conducted by Raffles Kuala Lumpur or
a PASS in Art in SPM or equivalent
ENGLISH COMPETENCY
IELTS 5.0
COURSE OVERVIEW
The study of Interior Design encompasses the study of both architectural and design contained within a built environment while focusing on the human interface within a given space. This course provides intensive training for students to become professional interior designers. Emphasis is placed on space planning, creative problem-solving, communication skills and knowledge of building materials, construction, computer-aided drafting and the history of design.
- Interior Design, Principles and Theory
- Colour Studies
- Drawing Skills 1
- Architectural Drafting
- Academic Reading and Writing
- History of Architecture and Arts
- Computer-Aided Design 1 (2D CAD)
- Drawing Skills 2
- Creativity and Concept Development
- Materials and Finishes
- Computer-Aided Design 2 (3D CAD)
- Design Studio 1 (Residential)
- Building Technology and Construction 1
- Computer-Aided Design 3 (Computer Rendering)
- Design Studio 2 (Office and Retail)
- Building Technology and Construction 2
- Lighting Design
- Furniture History, Design and Application
- Academic Research and Communication Skills
- Design Studio 3 (Restaurant and Hospitality)
- Portfolio
- Design Practice 1
- Design Practice 2
- Internship
- U1: Pengajian Malaysia (Malaysian)
- U1: Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International)
- U2: Creativity and Problem Solving
- U3: Moral and Ethics in Malaysian Society
- U4: Co-curriculum
STUDENT SHOWCASE
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As a graduate of this interior design course, you might find yourself working as a consultant designing interiors for a range of buildings and purposes:
- Residential – houses and units
- Offices
- Hospitality venues such as hotels, resorts, bars, and restaurants
- Exhibition spaces including museums and trade shows
- Retail outlets
- Public space
- Commercial
FURTHER STUDIES OPPORTUNITIES
RAFFLES KUALA LUMPUR
BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design in collaboration with Coventry University, United Kingdom. The student will receive an advanced standing entry to the 3+0 degree.
RAFFLES UNIVERSITY
Upon completion of the Diploma in Interior Design student will receive an advanced standing entry to Raffles University’s Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours)
For more information:
http://www.raffles-university.edu.my/features/our-programmes/undergraduate-programme/bachelor-of-interior-design
RAFFLES SINGAPORE
BA (Hons) Interior Design (Top Up) – awarded by Coventry University, United Kingdom
For more information:
https://www.studyatraffles.com/singapore/interior-design
TESTIMONIAL
HANS KRISTIAN
Graduation Year: 2013 | Interior Design
Established in January 2017, Hans Kristian joined venture with Kim So Yan, a Korean industrial/product designer. SoHan Strive to offer better perspectives to good designs and create awareness to “new” British Korean fusion design. SoHan is also in collaboration with Raffles Jakarta, offering students internship opportunities.
RAFFLES ALUMNI
We produce graduates who are well respected and successful in their creative careers. All our students leave as young professionals, ready for industry and the workforce. You can expect a vibrant and dynamic nurturing learning experience that will see your transformation into a world-class professional.
