Nottingham Trent University

BA Interior Architecture and Design

Nottingham Trent University

Course overview

The BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design at Nottingham Trent University is a three-year full-time course for students who want to design interior spaces. It covers how rooms and buildings work, how people use them, and how materials, light, and structure come together.

Teaching is mainly studio-based, with model-making, digital and physical media, and real-world project work. Students are assessed through projects, portfolios, reports, presentations, group work, and research. After graduating, students can work in interior design, architectural interiors, spatial design, or continue with further study.

Entry requirements

To apply for the BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design, you will need to provide a personal statement explaining your interest in interior architecture and design, and a digital portfolio of your work, together with details of your academic background. A reference from a teacher or employer is also required.

Grade Requirements:

  • You will need 112 UCAS tariff points or equivalent qualifications
  • International students generally need equivalent qualifications from their country—contact the university for specifics.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component.
  • Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted

Scholarships

  • Bangladesh High Achievers Award

    We are pleased to offer up to £3,000 fee reduction to all high achieving Bangladeshi students.

    Up to £3,000

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • English Language Test Discount

    You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.

    Up to £200

  • Nottingham Law School’s Professional Courses Scholarships

    Nottingham Law School is delighted to offer a number of competitive professional courses scholarships that are worth up to half the value of your tuition fee.

  • NTU Excellence Scholarships

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.

  • NTU International Merit Scholarships

    International Merit Scholarships: £3,000

    Up to £3,000

  • NTU International Scholarships

    International Scholarships : £2,000

    Up to £2,000

  • NTU Music Scholarship

    We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.

  • NTU Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Outstanding Achievement Award

    The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).

    Up to £1,000

  • Sibling Loyalty Reward

    20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Sport Scholarships

    Potential bursary or fee reduction.

  • Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship

    Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Women in Computer Science

    50% of tuition fee

    Up to 50% of fees

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA Interior Architecture and Design (with Foundation Year) can pursue a variety of roles in the built environment and design industries. Possible career paths include:

  • Interior Designer
  • Spatial Designer
  • Architectural Interior Designer
  • Design Consultant
  • Visualisation Specialist

Cost of study

International students pay £17,500 for the BA Interior Architecture and Design.

Admission

Applications for the BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design at Nottingham Trent University can be made through the UCAS system or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.

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