BA Interior Design including foundation year

For aspiring designers who have a passion for transforming spaces but need a foundation to begin, London Metropolitan University offers an exciting path with its BA in Interior Design (Including a Foundation Year). This four-year programme is a structured gateway into the world of creative design. The foundation year is a vital and supportive stage where you will develop your design principles, drawing skills, and academic confidence, ensuring you are fully prepared for the main degree.

As you progress to the main degree, you will move beyond simple decoration to get into the use of advanced materials and master industry-standard digital tools like AutoCAD and Revit. This is to equip you with the skills to craft interiors that are not only visually amazing but also innovative and functional. The entire course is built around a combination of studio projects, technical training, and real-world site visits.

At London Met's campus, you will find yourself constantly learning in the university’s cutting-edge design studios and fabrication workshops, where you will be guided by expert lecturers who are also practising professionals. The university's close connection to the industry ensures that your learning is both relevant and progressive, preparing you for a career in interior design, spatial consultancy, and the broader creative industries.

The London Metropolitan University was formed in 2002 from institutions with a history stretching back to 1848. It is a lively and inclusive university located at the very centre of the city. London Met is a place that has a name for its career-focused education and a diverse community that welcomes students from over 140 countries.

The School of Art, Architecture and Design is the best for students in the creative field in the UK. It excels in creative education by building strong connections with the professional world. These kinds of partnerships ensure your training is relevant to what the industry demands.

Students have access to work in modern facilities, including advanced design studios and digital fabrication labs, where ideas are brought to life through hands-on practice. The faculty teaching staff are more than just academics; they are practising professionals who combine their real-world experience with academic insight that is valuable to your future career.

To apply for the BA (Honours) Interior Design (Including Foundation Year), you will need to submit a personal statement showcasing your passion for design and creative practice, a reference from an academic or employer, and details of your previous qualifications.

Grade Requirements:

• A minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points from at least one A-level (or equivalent), with no specific subject requirements, as the foundation year accommodates diverse academic backgrounds.
• Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.

English Proficiency:

• International applicants need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5, or
• An equivalent qualification (e.g., TOEFL or PTE) is also accepted.

The BA (Honours) Interior Design (Including Foundation Year) prepares you for exciting roles in interior design, spatial consultancy, and creative industries. Graduates are equipped for positions such as:

• Interior Designer
• Spatial Designer
• Exhibition Designer
• Retail Designer
• CAD Specialist

Applications for the BA (Honours) Interior Design (Including Foundation Year) are submitted through UCAS or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.