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BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design (including foundation year)

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This four-year degree course is designed for students who wish to build a strong portfolio and develop the essential skills required to succeed in an undergraduate degree. By incorporating an intensive foundation year (Y…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
4 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 10 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This four-year degree course is designed for students who wish to build a strong portfolio and develop the essential skills required to succeed in an undergraduate degree. By incorporating an intensive foundation year (Year 0), the course provides a supportive gateway into higher education, allowing you to immerse yourself in an academic environment alongside undergraduate students. You will explore creative practices, develop technical abilities, and gain confidence in your design approach within the institution's School of Art, Architecture and Design. The foundation year focuses on visual imagery, practical making, and spatial awareness, preparing you for the subsequent three years of study. Available as a full-time or part-time programme, this course offers a flexible path for those looking to establish an individual direction in interior architecture and design. With access to expert tutors, design workshops, and industry-focused projects, you will be well-prepared to progress through your degree and into your future career.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 0

Critical & Contextual Studies: Foundation30 Credits
Critical Creative Practice30 Credits
Project30 Credits
Techniques30 Credits

Year 1

Critical & Contextual Studies 1 (Interiors)30 Credits
Design Principles for Interiors30 Credits
Interior Design Communication and Techniques30 Credits
Spatial Design30 Credits

Year 2

Critical & Contextual Studies 2 (Interiors)30 Credits
Design Details30 Credits
Human Scale30 Credits
Interior Design Practices and Techniques30 Credits

Year 3

Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (Interiors)30 Credits
Integrated Design Practice30 Credits
Major Project Realisation: Interior Architecture and Design30 Credits
Project Design and Development for Interiors30 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
10 July 2026
Source
londonmet.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 10 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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