Course Overview

About This Course

This course equips you with the skills and knowledge to develop creative & technical solutions for built interior environments. Interior design at this level covers the planning and detailing of complex interior design projects with an emphasis on space creation, space planning and the factors that affect people’s responses to social and working environments. Targeting the practical aspects and employability skills for the design industry, this program will interest those wishing to work.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

Level 1 29 King William St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

$6,600

Duration

Part Time*: 8 terms (approx. 2 year/s); * Part-time option only available for domestic students.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

ACADEMIC- Successful completion of MSF50218 Diploma of Interior Design at Australian Pacific College or APC Design School (due to it being a nested qualification). For more information please visit our websiteapc.edu.au.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
General English – Intermediate Level;
or English Proficiency Skills test result as per the APC requirements. Work Placement Work placement is a mandatory component of some APC courses and qualifications including the Advanced Diploma of Interior Design. The work placement provides a framework that enables students to gain relevant working experience while developing specialised knowledge and practical skills in organisational learning and capability development. The Work Placement takes place in the final term of study. It requires between 120-135hrs of work placement, attendance at studio class and the completion of assessment work. Specific subject requirements are outlined in the individual course documents. It is the students responsibility to find and secure a Host Organisation for their Work Placement prior to the start of their final term. APC will support students with resources to secure a Host Organisation prior to the Work Placement

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Interior Designer
Residential Design Consultant
Design Project Administrator
Interior Stylist
Colour Consultant
Real Estate Staging Consultant
Draftsperson

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units9 units

MSFID5024

Design workplace interiors BSBESB406Establish operational strategies and proceduresfor new business ventures

MSFID6010

Design commercial interior lighting

MSFID6020

Develop commercial interior design project documentation

MSFID6012

Design for large scale commercial or institutional interiors

MSFID6014

Design for retail interiors

CPCWHS1001

Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

MSFID6011

Resolve complex spatial design problems through modelling

MSFID6013

Design interiors for hospitality environments

MSFID6018

Apply 3D digital visualisation techniques to represent interior designs

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of the Advanced Diploma of Interior Design at Australian Pacific College?

The estimated total course cost is AUD $13,800, which comprises a tuition fee of AUD $13,200 and a non-tuition fee of AUD $600.

Does this course include a work component?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 24 hours per week over 36 weeks, totalling 864 hours of work-based experience.

How long does the Advanced Diploma of Interior Design take to complete?

The course has a total duration of 52 weeks.

In which states and cities is this course available?

The course is available at Australian Pacific College campuses in New South Wales (multiple Sydney locations), Queensland, South Australia (Adelaide), and Victoria (Melbourne).

What field of education does this course belong to?

The Advanced Diploma of Interior Design falls under the broad field of Architecture and Building (04), with the detailed field being Interior and Environmental Design (040107).

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $62,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $62,000 to $80,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $80,000 to $101,000 per year

Career Paths

Interior DesignerInterior ArchitectJunior Interior DesignerGraduate Interior DesignerResidential Interior Designer

Key Skills

Spatial planning and space managementColour theory and applicationArchitectural drafting and technical drawingProficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCAD)3D modelling and rendering (SketchUp Pro, 3ds Max)

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