Synopsis​

The Diploma in Interior Design course is an incremental six (6) months course that extends from the foundational Certificate course. It focuses on commercial interior design, allowing participants to broaden and diversify their design skillset.

The course has a continuation of subjects such as Design Studio and Design Communication that was covered in the first year; alongside new subjects that help to prepare for future industry practice:

  • Design Practice Management that delves into the inner workings of a professional design practice setting
  • Design Calculation & Costing to manage the budget of a project

Upon meeting all the requirements and achieving the Diploma in Interior Design qualification, those wishing to learn about larger-scale mixed commercial design projects can proceed to the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course.

Aim of the Course

This course will enable participants to acquire an in-depth knowledge of design processes and conceptual thinking methodologies in relation to commercial design projects.

Participants will be able to clearly identify the differences between residential and commercial design, as well as the distinct set of skills and knowledge applications required for commercial projects. They will be brought through the stages involved in a commercial project – from meeting the client, understanding the design brief, and generating a concept that fulfills the brief, to the technical knowledge and execution.

Learning objectives

The learning objectives for the Diploma in Interior Design course are:

  1. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team in a design company setting
  2. Distinctively convey commercial interior design ideas through effective visual and verbal communication
  3. Apply material costing knowledge and project management skills to their commercial interior design projects
  4. Introduction to and understanding fundamentals of building regulations, specifications, and construction techniques for commercial practice
  5. Presenting proposals of versatile commercial interior design projects to prospective clients in a professional manner

Programme Duration

6 Months.
(being an incremental period that extends the 1 year Certificate in Interior Design to a total of 18 months)

Programme Details

​The programme consists of 3 Semesters and each semester’s duration is 6 months.

Delivery Mode​

Lectures, tutorials, studio work, and course work.

Minimum Number of Students Before a Class Commences

Minimum 16 Students are required before the commencement of classes.

Interior Design Diploma Programme Structure

Semester 1

  • Design Communication 1
  • Design Studio 1
  • Construction 1
  • Digital Imaging 1
  • Computer-Aided Design 1
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Colour Concept for Design
  • Interior Design 1 (Residential​)

Certificate in Interior Design

Diploma in Interior Design

Semester 2

  • Design Communication 2
  • Design Studio 2
  • Construction 2
  • Digital Imaging 2
  • Computer-Aided Design 2
  • Design Contextual Studies
  • Material Technologies
  • Building Services & Lighting Practices
  • Interior Design 2

Semester 3

  • Design Communication 3
  • Design Studio 3
  • Construction 3
  • Design Calculation & Costing
  • Computer-Aided Design 3
  • Design Practice Management
  • Interior Design 3 (Commercial)

Assessment and Examination

At the start of each semester, students will receive the project brief and the submission checklist. The student will be assessed based on their participation, assignments, learning journal and coursework.

Students must document their design processes in their student learning journal and research diary to supplement their learning alongside the weekly lessons.

Minimum Age

16 years old

Pre-requisites

  • Certificate in Interior Design and Decorative Techniques

Minimum Academic Requirements

  • 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credit with a Pass in English, OR
  • 4 GCE ‘N’ Level credit with a Pass in English, OR
  • ITE/Higher NITEC Certificate Holders minimum 2.5GPA

​Language Proficiency Requirement :​

  • GCE ‘O’ Level – C6 in English language, or equivalent OR
  • GCE ‘N’ Level – C5 in English language, or equivalent OR
  • Minimum IELTS (Academic) overall band 5; with no individual band – below 6.0 OR
  • TOEFL (Paper-based) 500
    (Test results achieved within the year preceding application)
  • International Student – Completed Senior High School or equivalent

* Those who do not meet the minimum entry requirements will be required to sit for an entrance test.

1. Tuition Fees

Schedule 

Course Diploma in Interior Design
Duration Eighteen (18) months
No. of semesters Three (3)
Payable 3 instalments

Tuition Fee per Semester

Subsidised Fees Non-subsidised Fees
Singaporeans (aged below 40 years) Singaporeans (aged 40 years and above) PR and International Singaporeans, PR and International
S$2100 S$1800 S$2400 S$3980

Tuition Fee

The total tuition fee covers lectures, tutorials, workshops and main assessments such as assignments and projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, qualification (if earned) and transcript.

Note:

  1. Fees are subject to change after July 2025.
  2. Subsidised fees are applicable from September 2024 till July 2025.
  3. All fees are in Singapore dollars.

2. Student Support Fees

Semester Application Fee IWC Fee Course Material Fee Software Fee Total
One (1) S$85 (Local)
S$280 (Non-local)
S$100 S$165 S$360

S$710 (Local)

S$905 (Non-local)

Two (2) S$100 S$65 S$180 S$345
Three (3) S$100 S$65 S$360 S$525

Application Fee

The one-time application fee applies to all new applicants.

S$85 Local applicants

S$280 Non-local applicants

IWC Fee

The Industry Wide Coverage (IWC) fee is an insurance scheme to protect course fees that students have paid if the Private Education Institution (PEI) is unable to continue operations.

Course Material Fee

The course material fees include stationery and study materials required for the programme.

Software Fee

The software fees include student licences for AutoCAD and SketchUp.

Step 1: Complete Application and Pre-Admission counselling Forms

​Please call the school for appointment

​Step 2: Provide Supporting Documents

  • Photocopy of NRIC/ Passport
  • Copies of Transcripts and Certificates
  • 2 Passport Sized Colour Photograph

Note: All documents may either be original documents or certified true copies of the original documents. If documents are not in English, official translations must be included.

Step 3: Send Us Your Application (Email/Walk-in)

Please send your application documents and proof of application fee payment to us.

we accept applications via email and walk-in.

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