BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design drafted
Program start date | Application deadline |
2023-04-11 | - |
2023-09-26 | 2023-03-31 |
2023-10-03 | - |
2024-01-09 | - |
Program Overview
Through the adaptive reuse, rebranding, remodelling, recycling and recommunication of existing spaces, structures and environments, this course will offer you the skills, knowledge and work experience that you need to become a leader in one of the most dynamic, creative, economically valuable and diverse areas of design.
Interior Architecture and Design has an enviable record in graduate employment, often working with clients on real design projects in a studio-based, professionally-focused learning environment.
We offer you the chance to gain extended work experience in your second year; a uniquely valuable opportunity among UK degree courses and one which increases your graduate employment potential. This course will teach you to understand the three-dimensional potential, the atmosphere, and the identity of the spaces in which we live, work, rest, and play.
Course duration |
3-years (full-time) |
UCAS course code |
KW12 |
UCAS institution code |
A66 |
Program Outline
Level 4 (first year)
Understanding the interior
Level 4 aims to generate a fundamental understanding of space: its analysis, theoretical manipulation, habitation, technological construction and materiality and scale.
The units at Level 4, and throughout your three years, are intended to show how the course looks at both interior architecture (generally considered to be the remodelling of existing buildings and the development of attitudes towards those spaces and structures) and interior design (the creation of a range of interior environments that articulate identity and atmosphere through the manipulation of spatial volume, placement of specific elements and the treatment of surfaces).
Studies at this level may include, but not be limited to:
Level 5 (second year)
Up-thinking the interior
Level 5 aims to consolidate and refine the skills delivered at Level 4 and encourage you to develop your own methods of realisation and visualisation. Your second year has been designed to enhance your development both creatively and professionally.
Technical knowledge (construction/light/sound/materiality) will also be further developed with design units being used to demonstrate how your knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles of interior architecture and design have developed.
Technological developments and developments in the nature of interior practice will be explored such as the communication of semiotics, atmosphere and identity, ideas of brand and image, interactivity, the real and the virtual.
In Level 5, design will progress from the concentration on the personal and intimate at Level 4 to ideas of community – and the deeper understanding of scale, complexity and hierarchy in space that this will necessitate. You’ll explore concepts such as gender, ritual, workplace and domesticity, with reference to typologies such as spaces of power, spaces of commerce and spaces of faith.
In the summer term, you can choose between an extended work placement (of 10 weeks) or a comprehensive, research-intensive, design project. Both of these units are worth 40 credits.
Current level 5 students are on placement. Please take a look at where our students are currently on placement by clicking on the below hyperlinks. You can also view our student’s placements blogs by clicking on their names:
You will also be asked, through discussions with your unit tutor, to determine the broad area for research to be explored in the dissertation and the design project which will occur in the first unit of the autumn term of Level 6, your third year.
Level 6 (third year)
Redefining the interior
Your final year is your opportunity to bring all of your learning, skills and knowledge together in the production of a package of professionally orientated, creative work that will examine and emphasise your research theme.
One of the fundamental strengths of the course is that it does not attempt to define the interior for you, rather it encourages you, over three years, to challenge, theorise, conceptualise, realise and visualise your notion of the “interior” in contemporary society: in other words we encourage you, in your final year, to look at what the interior can be.
Units at Level 6 will look to consolidate this approach through the work that has been undertaken at Levels 4 and 5. In addition, the course will encourage you to build on your Level 5 experience to contextualise your work in a professional studio environment that emphasises practice, law and the ethical and ecological roles and responsibilities of you as a designer.
At the end of the year you will have produced a comprehensive body of written and design work that will demonstrate to both specialist and non-specialist audiences your practical and thinking skills and intellectual and critical engagement in the complex design of interior spaces.
Having undertaken this work in a professional setting, you will evidence your readiness for the move to either practice or postgraduate study and you will be proud of what you have achieved.
All students are registered for the award of BA (Hons); however, exit awards are available if you leave the course early, having successfully completed one or two levels. If you successfully complete a level of the course, you will automatically be entitled to progress to the next level.
For the award of a Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE), you must have achieved a minimum of 120 credits at Level 4. This qualification may be awarded if you leave the University following successful completion of the first year of your course.
For the award of a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE), you must have achieved a minimum of 240 credits of which a minimum of 120 must be at Level 5. This qualification may be awarded if you leave the University following successful completion of the second year of your course.
For the award of a BA (Hons) you must have achieved a minimum of 360 credits of which a minimum of 240 must be at Level 5 or above, of which a minimum of 120 credits must be at Level 6. This qualification will be awarded upon successful completion of your course.
A BA without Honours may be awarded if you have achieved 300 credits, at least 180 of which are at Level 5 or above, and at least 60 of which are at Level 6.
Assessment and feedback
Each unit is assessed separately, and the assessment forms part of the unit. Assessment both provides a measure of your achievement, and also gives you regular feedback on how your learning is developing.
For every unit of your course, we will inform you of what you are expected to learn; what you have to submit; how your work will be assessed; and the deadline for presenting your work for assessment. This is made available through Unit Information, which is on your course blog.
You will receive a final mark for each unit in the form of a percentage, which will be recorded on your formal record of achievement (transcript). Each component of assessment is graded using a notched marking scale, whereby only certain marks are used within each grade. The only marks available within any ten-point band are *2, *5 and *8 (e.g. 62, 65, 68). These marks correspond to a low, mid, and high level of achievement within each grade band.
The University has agreed that, during 2019/20, it will run a pilot project. This will mean that on some courses, one unit at Level 4 will be assessed on a Pass / Fail basis only, with written feedback but no numerical grade. If your course has been selected for the pilot, your Course Leader will tell you this, and the details will be clearly expressed on the Unit Information Sheet.
All learning outcomes must be passed to successfully complete the unit.
On successful completion of your Honours degree course, you will be awarded a degree classification based on your unit marks. The final classification is determined using all unit marks at Levels 5 and 6 using two different algorithms, which are detailed in the HE Student Regulations. If the two algorithms produce different results, you will be awarded the higher class of degree.
If you have joined Level 6 through either the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) route or having completed a Foundation Degree (FdA), the final classification is determined using only your unit marks at Level 6.
For further information on assessment, progression, awards and classifications, please visit https://viewpoint.aub.ac.uk
Arts University Bournemouth
Overview:
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a specialist university dedicated to the arts, design, media, and creative industries. It is located in Bournemouth, a coastal town in the south of England. AUB is known for its strong industry links and its focus on practical, studio-based learning.
Services Offered:
AUB offers a wide range of student services, including:
Student Advice:
Provides guidance on funding, bursaries, hardship funds, accommodation, local travel and transport, and general information about living in the community.Wellbeing and Counselling:
Offers support for students' mental health and well-being, including individual counselling and group sessions.Report and Support:
Provides an online tool for students to report concerns anonymously, make formal complaints, and receive support.Disabled Students:
Offers practical support, guidance, and information about extra allowances for students with disabilities.Medical Care:
Works in partnership with the local Village Surgery to provide a dedicated medical surgery each week.Faith and Reflection:
Provides a space for students of all faiths, or none, to reflect and connect.Cost of Living:
Offers information about the average monthly spend for a student in private rented accommodation.Academic Support:
Provides support with academic work, personal organization, and study skills.External Support:
Offers information and resources about external support services available to students.Worried about a student?
Provides a platform for staff, students, parents, friends, and medical professionals to report concerns about a student's well-being.University Retreat:
Offers a mental health drop-in service for students from AUB and Bournemouth University.Student Life and Campus Experience:
AUB offers a vibrant and supportive campus environment. Students can expect:
Collaborative learning:
AUB emphasizes studio-based learning, encouraging students to work together and learn from each other.Strong industry links:
AUB has strong connections with industry professionals, providing students with opportunities for internships, placements, and networking.AUB ResLife:
A residential life program for students living in AUB halls of residence, fostering a sense of community and belonging.Students' Union:
A vibrant student union that organizes events, activities, and provides support for students.Location:
Bournemouth is a popular seaside town with a lively nightlife, beaches, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.Key Reasons to Study There:
Specialization in the arts:
AUB offers a wide range of courses in the arts, design, media, and creative industries, providing students with a specialized education in their chosen field.Practical, studio-based learning:
AUB's focus on practical, studio-based learning provides students with the skills and experience they need to succeed in their chosen careers.Strong industry links:
AUB's strong industry links provide students with opportunities for internships, placements, and networking, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.Vibrant campus environment:
AUB offers a vibrant and supportive campus environment, with a strong sense of community and belonging.Location:
Bournemouth is a popular seaside town with a lively nightlife, beaches, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.Academic Programs:
AUB offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the following areas:
Arts and Communications:
Includes courses in animation, film, photography, graphic design, illustration, and more.Design and Architecture:
Includes courses in architecture, interior design, product design, and more.Arts, Media and Creative Industries Management:
Offers courses in arts management, media production, and more.Other:
Entry requirements
We welcome students from all areas of the world into our creative community. Please note that the entry requirements below are for 2023 entry.
Entry Qualifications
All applicants must have Level 3 qualifications, which should include at least one creative subject. We're looking for between 112 and 120 UCAS Tariff points.
The standard offers for degree courses include:
AUB welcomes applications from students who have completed, or who are soon to complete, a T level in a relevant subject to their chosen course of study. Applicants will be required to achieve an overall grade of Merit or above.
Applicants with VTCT qualifications who have the ability to achieve the minimum stated entry requirements of between 112-120 UCAS points will be considered.
For BA (Hons) Architecture, the standard offer is ABB at A Level (128 UCAS) Tariff points.
Please note that AUB doesn't request information about criminal records from our applicants.
IB Qualifications
IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma – score equivalent to 112-120 UCAS tariff points. We'll consider applications from students who haven’t enrolled in the full IB Diploma Programme and have completed independent subject courses/certificates.
Students who have chosen not to enrol in the IB Diploma Programme will be expected to achieve 112-120 UCAS points from a minimum of three Higher Level subjects. We also accept the European Baccalaureate with a minimum score of 75%.
Qualifications by Country
Austria
– Successful completion of the Reifeprüfungzeugnis or Matura requirement with an overall average Grade of 2.
Bangladesh
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies
Belgium
– Successful completion of the Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs, with an overall result of 6.5/10 or 13/20.
Bulgaria
– Pass Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with an overall average mark of at least 5.0.
China
– Successful completion of the Chinese Senior Secondary School Certificate with a minimum overall pass mark of 70% OR Pass CAFA International Foundation Year with a minimum of 70%.
Cyprus
– Achieve a minimum overall grade of 17 in the Apolytirio Genikou Lykeiou or 80% in the Greek Cypriot Apolyterion.
Czech Republic
– A score of 2.9 or higher in the Maturita.
Denmark
– Successful completion of the Studentereksamen with an overall result of 8/12.
Estonia
– Successful completion of Gümnaasiumi Lõputunnistus with an overall average result of 4.0 or above in all subjects, and Riigieksamid (National Exams) with average result of 70% in tests taken.
Finland
– Successful completion of the Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen with an average grade of 4 or above (Cum Laude).
France
– A good pass (grade 12 or above) in the Baccalaureate. Baccalaureate à Option Internationale / Baccalaureate de l’Enseignement du Second Degré.
Germany
–Achieve a minimum overall grade of 2.7 in the Abitur Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife / Zeugnis der Reife / Reifezeugnis. A minimum grade of 10 (Gut) on the English component of the Abitur meets our English language requirements.
Greece
– Achieve a minimum overall grade of 17 in the Apolytirio Genikou Lykeiou or 80% in the Greek Cypriot Apolyterion.
Hong Kong
– Successful completion of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKSDE) with grades of 333 or above
Hungary
– A grade of 4.0 in the Erettsegi.
Iceland
– Successful completion of Iceland Studentsprof.
India
– 65% on 12th standard from the following accepted exam boards: CBSE, CISCE, Maharashtra, Delhi, Tamil Nadu & West Bengal. At least 70% 12th Standard English Language from an accepted exam board.
India (Architecture)
– 70% on 12th
standard from the following accepted exam boards: CBSE, CISCE, Maharashtra, Delhi, Tamil Nadu & West Bengal. At least 70% 12th Standard English Language from an accepted exam board.
Iran -
Successful completion of the high school diploma and a recognised foundation course or associate degree.
Ireland
– Pass FETAC: 3 subjects with Distinction and 2 with Merit. Or Pass Irish Leaving Certificate (Irish Highers) : H2, H3, H3, H3, H3 or equivalent.
Italy
– A minimum of 70 points in Diploma di Esame di Stato (formerly Diploma di Maturita).
Japan
– Successful completion of the Japanese Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate with a minimum overall pass mark of 3 OR successful completion of JCFL Study Overseas Art and Design college program.
Latvia
– Good grades (7 – 8) in the Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu, plus a Grade 8 for English.
Lithuania
– Brandos Atestatas overall grade 7.5, with grade 8 for English.
Malaysia
– Successful completion of Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (Malaysia Higher School Certificate) with grades BBB.
Mexico
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course.
Netherlands
– Successful completion of the VWO Diploma with an overall result of 7/10.
Nepal
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
Nigeria
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
Norway
– Vitnemal (with four in key subjects including English).
Oman
– General Education Diploma with a minimum 80% mark.
Pakistan
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
Philippines
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or two years of completed study at degree level.
Poland
– Successful completion of the Matura with an overall result of 60%.
Portugal
– Diploma de Ensino Secundário / Certificado de fim de Estudios Secundários with an average score of 16.0 in all subjects.
Romania
– Pass Romania - Diploma de Bacalaureat with Grade 7 or above.
Russia
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
Slovakia
– lovakia-Vysvedcenie o Maturitnej Skuske with a minimum of Grade 2.0 (chvalitebny) in all subjects with the majority at grade 1.0 (vyborny).
South Africa
– Successful completion of the South African National Senior Certificate with grades ABBBB/76666.
South Korea
– Successful completion of the South Korean High School Diploma with grades above mi (70-79).
Spain
– Pass Título de Bachillerato with an average mark of 7.0 or higher.
Sweden
– minimum grade of 14 in the Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola.
Switzerland
– Pass Cantonal Maturity Certificate or a Federal Maturity Certificate, or a professional Maturity Certificate at grade 4.
Taiwan
– Successful completion of the Taiwanese Senior High School Leaving Certificate with a minimum overall pass mark of 70%.
Thailand
– Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
Turkey
– Successful completion of the devlet Teknik LISE Diplomasi or Devlet Meslek LISE with grades of 4.0 or above. (70% or above).
Ukraine
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
United Arab Emirates
–Successful completion of a recognised foundation course or one year of degree level studies.
USA*
– For direct admission, prospective applicants are urged to follow a college preparatory programme in high school, taking a senior course in fine or applied art where possible.We'll accept any one of the following:
Vietnam
– Successful completion of and evidence of Tot Nghiep Pho Thong trung Hoc (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate).
English language qualifications:
To apply to AUB, you'll need to have an English language qualification at the required level for the course you would like to study. You can find guidance about which qualifications we accept below - this depends on the course you are applying for and whether you need a visa to study in the UK.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept a letter from your school confirming your English Language proficiency.
If you need to take an external test, we recommend that you take this as soon as you can, ideally between March and May.
We also offer Pre-Sessional English courses for those who do not quite meet the scores for the BA and MA courses.
Qualifications and tests that are accepted for admission will normally need to have been completed within two years of the application submission. Some exceptions to the two-year expiration may apply including the following:
All English qualifications used to obtain a CAS for a Student Route Visa may only be used within a limited window:
start date of the course.
prior to the application date
If you struggle to book a suitable test or are unsure which test is best for you, please contact us for advice.