INTERIOR DESIGN
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN
Course Aim:
The part-time and full-time Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology (AT) and the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design (ID) programmes are offered in parallel. These qualifications comprise a flexible, online, blended learning design, with on-campus block weeks each term, supplemented by online sessions during the remainder of the term. Part-time students have four one-week blocks per year (one per term) and full-time students have eight one-week blocks per year (two per term). The programmes entail three theory-based subjects that build foundational knowledge, skills and attitudes (part-time year 1) and two studio-based subjects, dedicated to the application and demonstration of the competencies learnt (part-time year 2). Full-time students take all five subjects together in one year. Part-time students complete the course over a two-year period. In the first year of part-time study, all the theory subjects are completed (INL; INP; ENV), in the second year of part-time study, all the practical studio subjects are completed (IND; INT).
The CPUT Advanced Diploma programmes are designed to promote access and allow multiple pathways to further qualifications.
You can study from your home town, without added accommodation expense (You are expected to be on campus during the block weeks only.)
If you're working and based outside SA, you don't need a study visa
Recognition of Prior Learning acceptance route:
If you don't have the relevant Diploma but you're 23 or older and you have extensive practice experience within the interior design/architecture/decorating field, you may apply for advanced standing via RPL to access the Advanced Diploma. Please register your online application with the Recognition for Prior Learning Office. Also please contact the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design year coordinator, if you have questions pertaining to the portfolio of evidence required by RPL candidates.
If you are 23 years or older and have extensive practice experience, you may apply via RPL for subject credits, that may enable you to access the year 2 of the programme. A rigorous quality review is conducted to assess the eligibility for credits.
The Advanced Diploma is at NQF level 7 and replaces the BTech degree qualification
The Advanced Diploma gives access to Honours Degree and Postgraduate Diploma programmes
Students are encouraged and supported to join the professional community
Students are encouraged to register with The African Institute of the Interior Design Professions (IID), which is the professional body representing the Interior Design industry in South Africa. An Advanced Diploma graduate would aspire to register as a Professional Interior Designer, as soon as they have gained adequate work experience, as stipulated by the IID and satisfied the IID National Council of his/her professional competence. For part-time students, the two years work experience, which is accommodated in the programme, makes it possible for graduates to record their industry monthly training records and obtain registration soon after graduation. This blended model consists of:
- four block weeks per year for part-time students / eight block weeks per year for full-time students
- online synchronous and asynchronous learning
- full-time or freelance employment with an Interior Design professional (part-time students only)
The integrated work-study blend is instrumental in offering supportive links with the Profession. It enables the students to obtain the IID recommended practical work experience, which supports them in registering as a Professional Interior Designer, one year after graduation.
Theory-based subjects (full-time / part-time year 1):
Interior Practice 4, Environmental Design 4 and Interior Literacy 4.
Studio-based subjects (full time / part-time year 2):
Interior Design 4 and Interior Technology 4.
A part-time student may repeat only one of the year 1 subjects in year 2.
A full-time student needs to be registered for all five subjects: Interior Practice, Environmental Design, Interior Literacy, Interior Design and Interior Technology.
Demonstrate knowledge of design and interior technology for retail and corporate buildings with the ability to develop an effective design response and bespoke interior furniture solutions.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of interior practice and the ability to develop interior documentation for retail and corporate building.
Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and history of interior design and the ability to develop well informed interior design solutions.
Demonstrate the competent application of a range of interior literacy skills.
Demonstrate awareness of environmental issues in the creation of a sustainable built environment.
Graduates are capable of independently researching technological innovations, and developing professional interior design and detailing proposals for the interiors of buildings. The competency of an interior designer would include the design and technical detailing, which respond to relevant and appropriate interior design solutions. Their skills will include the design and management of both the public and private sectors within the built environment.
Advanced Diploma graduates will be independent thinkers that can assimilate broad aspects of information, analyse complex problems and compile findings into coherent, relevant and appropriate interior design solutions. Graduates are socially responsive and are aware of environmental concerns, their work reflects an understanding of their responsibility in this regard. The qualifying learner will have the competence to apply creativity, problem-solving, specialised knowledge and management principles to the practical implementation of interior design solutions, through appropriate research.
The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design programme is designed to accommodate a diverse student body including Diploma in Interior Design and Diploma in Architectural Technology graduates, returning CPUT graduates, graduates from Higher Education Institutions across South Africa and the SADC countries, and mature and working professionals. Applicants who don’t meet the minimum academic requirements, are invited to apply via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Opportunities:
After obtaining the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design, you can apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in Design, followed by a Masters.
The Senior Interior Designer is responsible for the design process and the application of construction and interior technology. The main activities associated with this field are the production of drawings, detailing, presentation of drawings, site supervision and monitoring and liaison with clients, architects, architectural technologists, engineers, municipalities, quantity surveyors and contractors. Once the necessary experience has been gained, the Senior Interior Designer should be able to handle small to medium size work independently
Admission requirements:
Applicants include all Interior Design or Architectural Technology Diploma graduates, or Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology graduates. All graduates require a minimum of 60% average, for all of their third year subjects for acceptance into the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design.
The minimum requirement for admission into this programme is a three year (360 credit):
- Diploma or National Diploma in Interior Design
- Bachelor of Building Arts degree
- Bachelor of Architectural Studies
- Diploma or National Diploma in Architectural Technology
- Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology
Administrative information
Portfolio of evidence (PoE), comprising work, academic and personal portfolios, will be requested if students apply with a qualification in which they received less than 60% overall average.
What are the requirements for International students?
International students who do not reside in South Africa, do not need student visas because they will be spending less than a total of 30-days in South Africa. For this purpose, ask for the Departmental letter to submit to the International office to confirm this. Make sure to liaise with the International Office. International students must also make sure to validate their undergraduate international qualifications with the necessary SAQA documentation.
Can I study the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design whilst working?
Yes, the two-year, part-time Advanced Diploma was designed to accommodate mature and working professionals, through its flexible, blended and online learning design. The two-year part-time students, are encouraged to obtain work in an Interior Design or Architectural Design practice, and to be mentored by an IID registered professional or a SACAP registered candidate/professional. The student and employer sign a Memorandum of Agreement, which allows the student to attend the four compulsory, on campus block weeks during each study year and it includes the attendance of weekly lunch-time online sessions. The two-year, part time students will complete 50 credits in year 1. The two-year, part time student will complete 70 credits in year 2. The full-time students are expected to study full-time. The full-yime Advanced Diploma in Interior Design covers the full 120 credits within one year of study.
Part Time and Full Time Structure
Module Fee Structure: Advanced Diploma in Interior Design - PART TIME [Offering: Two-years part-time PT]
PART TIME STRUCTURE:
Classes: Four x 40 hour on campus block weeks. One block week per term, supported by interim online lectures and mentorship.
Year 1
Year One subjects for part-time Advanced Diploma in Interior Design
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (10 credits) INL470S PT
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (20 credits) INP470S PT
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (20 credits) END470S PT
Year 2
Year Two subjects for part-time Advanced Diploma in Interior Design
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (35 credits) IND470S PT
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (35 credits) INT470S PT
Module Fee Structure: Advanced Diploma in Interior Design - FULL-TIME [Offering: One-years full-time FT]
FULL TIME STRUCTURE:
Classes: Eight x 40 hour on campus block weeks. Two block weeks per term, supported by interim online lectures and mentorship.
Full year
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (10 credits) INL470S FT
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (20 credits) INP470S FT
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (20 credits) END470S FT
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (35 credits) IND470S FT
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (35 credits) INT470S FT
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Offering type: PART-TIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUSOffering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Mr Siyabonga Mfiki
+27 21 460 3959
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ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN
Course Aim:
The part-time and full-time Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology (AT) and the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design (ID) programmes are offered in parallel. These qualifications comprise a flexible, online, blended learning design, with on-campus block weeks each term, supplemented by online sessions during the remainder of the term. Part-time students have four one-week blocks per year (one per term) and full-time students have eight one-week blocks per year (two per term). The programmes entail three theory-based subjects that build foundational knowledge, skills and attitudes (part-time year 1) and two studio-based subjects, dedicated to the application and demonstration of the competencies learnt (part-time year 2). Full-time students take all five subjects together in one year. Part-time students complete the course over a two-year period. In the first year of part-time study, all the theory subjects are completed (INL; INP; ENV), in the second year of part-time study, all the practical studio subjects are completed (IND; INT).
The CPUT Advanced Diploma programmes are designed to promote access and allow multiple pathways to further qualifications.
You can study from your home town, without added accommodation expense (You are expected to be on campus during the block weeks only.)
If you're working and based outside SA, you don't need a study visa
Recognition of Prior Learning acceptance route:
If you don't have the relevant Diploma but you're 23 or older and you have extensive practice experience within the interior design/architecture/decorating field, you may apply for advanced standing via RPL to access the Advanced Diploma. Please register your online application with the Recognition for Prior Learning Office. Also please contact the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design year coordinator, if you have questions pertaining to the portfolio of evidence required by RPL candidates.
If you are 23 years or older and have extensive practice experience, you may apply via RPL for subject credits, that may enable you to access the year 2 of the programme. A rigorous quality review is conducted to assess the eligibility for credits.
The Advanced Diploma is at NQF level 7 and replaces the BTech degree qualification
The Advanced Diploma gives access to Honours Degree and Postgraduate Diploma programmes
Students are encouraged and supported to join the professional community
Students are encouraged to register with The African Institute of the Interior Design Professions (IID), which is the professional body representing the Interior Design industry in South Africa. An Advanced Diploma graduate would aspire to register as a Professional Interior Designer, as soon as they have gained adequate work experience, as stipulated by the IID and satisfied the IID National Council of his/her professional competence. For part-time students, the two years work experience, which is accommodated in the programme, makes it possible for graduates to record their industry monthly training records and obtain registration soon after graduation. This blended model consists of:
- four block weeks per year for part-time students / eight block weeks per year for full-time students
- online synchronous and asynchronous learning
- full-time or freelance employment with an Interior Design professional (part-time students only)
The integrated work-study blend is instrumental in offering supportive links with the Profession. It enables the students to obtain the IID recommended practical work experience, which supports them in registering as a Professional Interior Designer, one year after graduation.
Theory-based subjects (full-time / part-time year 1):
Interior Practice 4, Environmental Design 4 and Interior Literacy 4.
Studio-based subjects (full time / part-time year 2):
Interior Design 4 and Interior Technology 4.
A part-time student may repeat only one of the year 1 subjects in year 2.
A full-time student needs to be registered for all five subjects: Interior Practice, Environmental Design, Interior Literacy, Interior Design and Interior Technology.
Demonstrate knowledge of design and interior technology for retail and corporate buildings with the ability to develop an effective design response and bespoke interior furniture solutions.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of interior practice and the ability to develop interior documentation for retail and corporate building.
Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and history of interior design and the ability to develop well informed interior design solutions.
Demonstrate the competent application of a range of interior literacy skills.
Demonstrate awareness of environmental issues in the creation of a sustainable built environment.
Graduates are capable of independently researching technological innovations, and developing professional interior design and detailing proposals for the interiors of buildings. The competency of an interior designer would include the design and technical detailing, which respond to relevant and appropriate interior design solutions. Their skills will include the design and management of both the public and private sectors within the built environment.
Advanced Diploma graduates will be independent thinkers that can assimilate broad aspects of information, analyse complex problems and compile findings into coherent, relevant and appropriate interior design solutions. Graduates are socially responsive and are aware of environmental concerns, their work reflects an understanding of their responsibility in this regard. The qualifying learner will have the competence to apply creativity, problem-solving, specialised knowledge and management principles to the practical implementation of interior design solutions, through appropriate research.
The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design programme is designed to accommodate a diverse student body including Diploma in Interior Design and Diploma in Architectural Technology graduates, returning CPUT graduates, graduates from Higher Education Institutions across South Africa and the SADC countries, and mature and working professionals. Applicants who don’t meet the minimum academic requirements, are invited to apply via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Opportunities:
After obtaining the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design, you can apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in Design, followed by a Masters.
The Senior Interior Designer is responsible for the design process and the application of construction and interior technology. The main activities associated with this field are the production of drawings, detailing, presentation of drawings, site supervision and monitoring and liaison with clients, architects, architectural technologists, engineers, municipalities, quantity surveyors and contractors. Once the necessary experience has been gained, the Senior Interior Designer should be able to handle small to medium size work independently
Admission requirements:
Applicants include all Interior Design or Architectural Technology Diploma graduates, or Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology graduates. All graduates require a minimum of 60% average, for all of their third year subjects for acceptance into the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design.
The minimum requirement for admission into this programme is a three year (360 credit):
- Diploma or National Diploma in Interior Design
- Bachelor of Building Arts degree
- Bachelor of Architectural Studies
- Diploma or National Diploma in Architectural Technology
- Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology
Administrative information
Portfolio of evidence (PoE), comprising work, academic and personal portfolios, will be requested if students apply with a qualification in which they received less than 60% overall average.
What are the requirements for International students?
International students who do not reside in South Africa, do not need student visas because they will be spending less than a total of 30-days in South Africa. For this purpose, ask for the Departmental letter to submit to the International office to confirm this. Make sure to liaise with the International Office. International students must also make sure to validate their undergraduate international qualifications with the necessary SAQA documentation.
Can I study the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design whilst working?
Yes, the two-year, part-time Advanced Diploma was designed to accommodate mature and working professionals, through its flexible, blended and online learning design. The two-year part-time students, are encouraged to obtain work in an Interior Design or Architectural Design practice, and to be mentored by an IID registered professional or a SACAP registered candidate/professional. The student and employer sign a Memorandum of Agreement, which allows the student to attend the four compulsory, on campus block weeks during each study year and it includes the attendance of weekly lunch-time online sessions. The two-year, part time students will complete 50 credits in year 1. The two-year, part time student will complete 70 credits in year 2. The full-time students are expected to study full-time. The full-yime Advanced Diploma in Interior Design covers the full 120 credits within one year of study.
Part Time and Full Time Structure
Module Fee Structure: Advanced Diploma in Interior Design - PART TIME [Offering: Two-years part-time PT]
PART TIME STRUCTURE:
Classes: Four x 40 hour on campus block weeks. One block week per term, supported by interim online lectures and mentorship.
Year 1
Year One subjects for part-time Advanced Diploma in Interior Design
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (10 credits) INL470S PT
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (20 credits) INP470S PT
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (20 credits) END470S PT
Year 2
Year Two subjects for part-time Advanced Diploma in Interior Design
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (35 credits) IND470S PT
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (35 credits) INT470S PT
Module Fee Structure: Advanced Diploma in Interior Design - FULL-TIME [Offering: One-years full-time FT]
FULL TIME STRUCTURE:
Classes: Eight x 40 hour on campus block weeks. Two block weeks per term, supported by interim online lectures and mentorship.
Full year
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (10 credits) INL470S FT
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (20 credits) INP470S FT
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (20 credits) END470S FT
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (35 credits) IND470S FT
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (35 credits) INT470S FT
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Prepare this quote for:
FOURTH YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (END470S)
R 8,770.00
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 4 (END470S)
R 9,060.00
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (IND470S)
R 10,410.00
INTERIOR DESIGN 4 (IND470S)
R 10,750.00
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (INL470S)
R 7,120.00
INTERIOR LITERACY 4 (INL470S)
R 7,360.00
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (INP470S)
R 8,770.00
INTERIOR PRACTICE 4 (INP470S)
R 9,060.00
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (INT470S)
R 10,410.00
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 4 (INT470S)
R 10,750.00
Offering type: PART-TIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUSOffering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Mr Siyabonga Mfiki
+27 21 460 3959
NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.