Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Architecture)

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Architecture) (Honours) is a four-year embedded honours program that incorporates applied design research in the final year, giving graduates a strong advantage when entering the workforce as the demand for research-informed design is increasing. Students also have the option to exit the course after three years and graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Design).

Yes, this degree is recognised by the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers. Students and graduates are also eligible for membership of the Design Institute of Australia.

Before graduating, students must have completed at least 80 hours of relevant work experience. Through work-integrated learning, students will work on real projects, undertake site visits, create site documentation, deliver client briefings, and may also pitch design concepts to real clients and practitioners.

Yes, as part of the course you can choose to study one of several specialisations to gain knowledge in a particular area that aligns with interior architecture. Available specialisations include Animation and Game Design, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Design Thinking and Visual Communication, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Photography, Principles of Planning, and Urban Design and Planning.

The 2026 domestic indicative Commonwealth-supported first-year fee is $9,600. This is based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credit points, and fees will vary depending on the units chosen. This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of textbooks.