BA Interior Architecture and Design
Course overview
This course helps students become people who can make positive changes, giving them the skills to question old ideas and do well in new situations. It covers many design ideas, from simply tidying up rooms to completely changing them. Students will get the tools and teaching they need to succeed in the design world. The course also gives students chances to work with different subjects and meet people in the industry.
The programme teaches how to change or refresh spaces and how to plan and design interesting interiors. Students will learn about how a space looks, what people need, different materials, and the overall feeling of a place, including its character, colours, light, and shadows. Students will get to explore new indoor spaces in places like hotels, shops, entertainment spots, and homes, using a hands-on way to design.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study the course and sharing details about their past education. They will also need a suitable academic or employer reference. Students can choose to upload their CV (a document showing their work history) with their application to share their experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need 120 UCAS points from their qualifications, like A-levels, e.g BBB grades, or a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma that gives 120 UCAS points.
- Other accepted qualifications include an Access to HE Diploma (with 60 credits passed, 45 at Level 3) or an International Baccalaureate Diploma (at least 30 points overall).
English Proficiency:
- If English is not the applicant's main language, applicants will need an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and at least 5.5 in listening, reading, and speaking.
- The university also accepts other tests like Pearson PTE Academic (59 overall, with all skills at 59) and TOEFL iBT 80 overall, with specific minimums in each section. A Grade C or 4 in English IGCSE with a Pass in speaking and listening is usually accepted as well.
Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates from the BA Interior Architecture and Design programme are trained with the skills to pursue various careers like:
- Interior Designer
- Interior Architectural Designer
- Architectural Technician
- Exhibition Designer
- Set Designer (for theatre or film)
- Trend Forecaster
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year entrance, the annual tuition fee for the full-time BA Interior Architecture and Design course is £17,690 per year.
Please note that fees are also payable during an optional professional placement year, typically around 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.
Admission
Candidates who are interested in this course can apply through the Birmingham City University online application form. Those who have further questions about the application process can reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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