Course Options
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Overview
Many interior designers are becoming more involved with architectural and technical aspects of interior design projects, and less with ‘decoration’. In response to this we have developed a new HNC 3D Design: Interior Architecture which varies slightly from our HND 3D Design: Interior Design and explores more about technical design and construction.
You will be offered opportunities to develop your skills through a range of design projects where you may find yourself working collaboratively with other students & disciplines in the Faculty of Creative Industries eg graphic design, product design, model making, furniture, photography, drama, TV etc., working for a ‘live’ client or entering a national competition.
Along with the Interior Design students, you could apply to participate in an Erasmus project to Malta in 2018/19. We had a fantastic trip last year and plan to do the same in May with a new group of students. While in Malta we explore the Maltese culture and the relationship between travel & tourism and design.
We are looking for students who are enthusiastic about design, motivated and willing to learn and who pay attention to detail and think with a pencil or drawing stylus in their hand.
Minimum entry requirements
- Higher in either Art and Design, Graphic Communication or Design & Manufacture at Grade C or above AND Higher English at Grade C or above OR
- NC Interior Design or related subject OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area
- You'll be asked to provide examples of your art and design work in a portfolio.
What you study
- Design development & technical design.
- Materials & construction techniques.
- Architectural Model Making.
- AutoCAD and other software packages.
You’ll develop the core skills of communication, problem-solving, information technology and working with others.
After the course
This course can lead to a variety of careers in design and architectural practices, CAD technician, property development, shop and office fitting, theatre & TV set design etc.
Continuing Study
After successful completion of the HNC course, candidates are able to apply directly to 2nd Year of the Higher National Diploma (HND) 3D Design: Interior Design course at the college. You may also be considered for the first year of a degree programme with appropriate grades and a strong portfolio of work.