Program Overview

Master of Science in Interior Design Program

The Master of Science in Interior Design (MSID) program is offered by the College of Architecture and Design.

Program Overview

• About MSID: The program provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in interior design.
• A Message From The Chair: A welcome message from the chair of the department.
• Why MSID: Reasons why students should choose the MSID program.
• Mission and Vision: The mission and vision statements of the MSID program.
• Degree Plan: The structure and requirements of the MSID program.
• Program Characteristics: The unique features and characteristics of the MSID program.
• Program Objectives: The objectives and goals of the MSID program.
• Program Outcomes: The expected outcomes and achievements of graduates from the MSID program.
• Performance Expectations: The performance expectations and standards for students in the MSID program.
• Curriculum: The courses and curriculum of the MSID program.
• Course Catalog: A list of courses offered in the MSID program.
• Our People: Information about the faculty and staff of the MSID program.

Degree Plan

The MSID degree plan consists of two years of study, with the following courses:

First Year

• First Semester:
  • MSID 5301: Evidence-Based Design and Research Methodologies (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 5302: Design For Special Environments and Populations (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 5303: Environmental Psychology (3 credit hours)
• Second Semester:
  • MSID 6301: Guided Individual Readings and Research (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 6302: Advanced Design Graphics (3 credit hours)
  • MSID X3XX: MSID Elective (3 credit hours)

Second Year

• Third Semester:
  • MSID 6303: Special Topics in Interior (3 credit hours)
  • MSID X3XX: MSID Elective (3 credit hours)
• Fourth Semester:
  • MSID 6699: Thesis (6 credit hours)

Electives and Prerequisites

• Electives: Students can choose from a variety of electives, including:
  • MSID 5304: Healthcare Design Seminar (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 5305: Sustainable Design Seminar (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 5306: IIIumination and Acoustical Design Seminar (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 6305: Practicum (3 credit hours)
  • MSID 6306: Graduate Directed Research (3 credit hours)
• Prerequisites:
  • Building code class
  • Computer-aided design capability