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The MA Interior Design course at De Montfort University is designed to help students creatively think, rethink and redesign interior spaces. The coursework encourages experimentation, which provides solutions to challenges which involve common design methods. During this programme, students will learn how to bring different elements together in a design project using the block teaching method.

This prepares students for a professional career in their chosen area of interest and gives them skills to work as independent researchers or to continue with their studies at the PhD level, teaching students about sustainability and industry practices while preparing them for the creative industry.

De Montfort University (DMU) is a forward-thinking institution located in Leicester, England. It offers different educational programmes for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, including options for foundation years, distance learning, and post-registration healthcare courses. DMU is known for its creative approach to education and its commitment to student success.

The university is welcoming to all students around the globe and it offers excellent facilities and student support services, helping them settle into university life and achieve their academic and career dreams. DMU also provides many opportunities for international experiences through its DMU Global programme.

To apply, candidates must submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying and any other relevant information. A portfolio of work is a mandatory requirement for all applicants with relevant qualifications. A reference from an academic or employer is also needed.

Grade Requirements: 

• Candidates should have a minimum 2:2 degree, or above in Interior Design or a similar subject.  
• A student's professional experience will be considered.

English Proficiency: 

• Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no component score below 5.5.
• PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.
• The university offers English language tuition by the British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, before and throughout the course.

The tuition fee for international students studying the MA Interior Design programme at De Montfort University is £16,300 for the 2025/26 academic year.

De Montfort University scholarships for international students, including the Global Access Scholarship, Global Partnerships Scholarship, and faculty-specific scholarships like the Global MBA scholarship worth £3,500, The Global Access Scholarship gives a fee reduction of £2,000 for each entry level for undergraduate students starting in September 2025 or January 2026, with an extra £500 discount for early payment and the Global Partnerships Scholarship offers students transferring from an institutions that patners with the university with a fee reduction or a full tuition fee scholarship for one year. Finally, Faculty-specific scholarships are available for subjects like business, law, and technology.

After completing the MA Interior Design programme from De Montfort University, students can pursue a career as an/a:

• Interior Designer
• Design Consultant
• Design Manager
• Exhibition Designer
• Project Manager

Candidates can submit their applications through the university’s online application portal. For further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.