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156 weeks
On campus with some online (80% on campus, 20% online) or Online self-directed (100% online)
Full time / Part time / On campus / Online · Full time: 3 days per week (on campus) or 25 hours per week (online); Part time: up to 2 days per week (on campus) or 12.5 hours per week (online)
06 Oct 2026 (Coomera); 27 Jan 2027 (South Bank & Online); 01 Feb 2027 (TAFE at Schools)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Brisbane
66 Ernest St, South Brisbane, QLD 4101
Student Information
Tuition Fee
On campus (South Bank/Coomera): Concession $13,340 · Subsidised $14,880 · Full fee $20,010; Online: Concession $9,805 · Subsidised $11,340 · Full fee $16,470
Duration
18 months full-time; up to 3 years part-time
Intakes
06 Oct 2026 (Coomera); 27 Jan 2027 (South Bank & Online)
Study Mode
On campus or 100% online self-directed
Eligibility
Domestic Students:
International Students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of two-dimensional (2D) forms. It involves exploring ideas and the creative design process, and communicating different ideas through application of design processes to 2D forms.
Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of three-dimensional (3D) forms. It involves exploring ideas and the creative design process, and communicating different ideas through application of design processes to 3D forms.
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work proactively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief. It involves determining design requirements with stakeholders, developing and refining the design brief and finalising the terms and conditions of the brief.
Design residential interior lighting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess natural light and determine supplementary lighting requirements in an existing residential interior space and design lighting for that space. This unit applies to interior decorators and designers. They analyse and compare information from diverse sources to inform a design solution. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Produce digital models and documentation for interior design projects
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to review information about the design brief and proposed solution, and then use the features of computer-aided design (CAD) applications to produce models and extract two dimensional (2D) and three dimensional (3D) drawings and documentation in accordance with all standard practice notations and drawing protocols. This unit applies to interior designers, including kitchen and bathroom designers. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess colour requirements, research and experiment with different colour options and create preferred colour schemes for presentation to the client. This unit applies to interior decorators and designers. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Design residential interiors
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to formulate creative design solutions for residential interior design projects, satisfying the physiological, psycho-logical, social, cultural and environmental requirements of the client brief. Designs include the manipulation of interior elements such as walls, floors, ceilings and staircases. This unit applies to interior designers. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess structural components and services in a residential building to determine their impact on the interior design brief. This unit applies to interior designers, including kitchen and bathroom designers. They analyse and integrate information from site inspection, documentation and consultation to inform the design process. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply the elements and principles of design to manipulate three dimensional (3D) interior space and form in response to a design brief. It involves the observation and analysis of a range of complex spatial typologies and a process of exploration and refinement to develop a design solution. This unit applies to individuals who design any type of interior space. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Develop residential interior design project documentation
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce residential interior design project documentation using computer-aided design (CAD) programs. Documentation includes researching, detailing and specifying the materials, construction techniques and methods associated with residential interior design fit-outs for new or existing buildings. This unit applies to interior designers. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Articulate, present and debate ideas
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.
Produce drawings to communicate ideas
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce drawings that represent and communicate ideas. It does not relate to drawing as an art form. It involves planning drawing work, experimenting with ideas and producing drawings.
Produce computer-aided drawings
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use different computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) program functions to produce drawings and documentation.
Produce technical drawings
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply different techniques to produce technical drawings that meet required standards and conventions. It involves planning and preparing for technical drawing activities, creating technical drawings and finalising them according to project requirements.
Create 3D digital models
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create 3D digital models that are produced primarily for online and mobile device application, and meet technical and design specifications.
Implement design solutions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to take a design concept or solution to the implementation stage.
Produce and prepare photo images
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare photo images for integration into an interactive media sequence or product.
Present a body of own creative work
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use creative, technical and project management skills to produce a professional and innovative presentation of own creative work.
Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify presentation requirements and prepare materials or sample board for client presentation for interior decoration and design projects. The materials board includes visual demonstration of colour, materials, samples, finishes and textiles used in the decoration and design project. This unit applies to interior decorators and designers. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia
Research and recommend furniture and accessories
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine decoration requirements, research product options and make recommendations for loose furniture and accessories.
Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine design and decoration requirements, research product options and make recommendations for hard materials and finishes. This unit applies to individuals providing advice in a retail, consulting or design studio environment. They analyse and compare product information from a wide range of sources to develop a design solution. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine soft furnishing requirements, research and refine options and present a design solution to the client.
Develop decoration proposals for complex sites
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse the project brief, research options, and develop decoration proposals for high-end residential or commercial interior spaces, that include multiple usage areas and require multiple interrelated decoration themes.
Provide interior styling service
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine requirements, develop the styling approach and manage the styling process through the selection, sourcing and placing of objects and accessories for visual effect. Styling may be for permanent or temporary application.
Design workplace interiors
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use the design process for the formulation of creative interior design solutions for potentially complex workplace interiors, satisfying the physiological, psychological, social, cultural and environmental requirements of the brief. This unit applies to interior designers. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Research and recommend colour applications and finishes
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess colour requirements, research colour applications and finishes for diverse spaces and surfaces and make recommendations to the client. This unit applies to interior decorators and designers. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Plan kitchen and bathroom projects
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan kitchen and bathroom renovation and new-build projects, including sequencing of cabinetry installation and other work.
Make presentations
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review presentations for target audiences.
Use business software applications
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use software and organise electronic information and data.
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
This unit of competency specifies the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to undertaking construction work. The unit requires the person to demonstrate personal awareness and knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to self and others. It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding basic risk control measures, and identifying procedures for responding to potential incidents and emergencies. It also covers correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE) used for construction work.
Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess colour requirements, research and experiment with different colour options and create preferred colour schemes for presentation to the client. This unit applies to interior decorators and designers. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of two-dimensional (2D) forms. It involves exploring ideas and the creative design process, and communicating different ideas through application of design processes to 2D forms.
Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of three-dimensional (3D) forms. It involves exploring ideas and the creative design process, and communicating different ideas through application of design processes to 3D forms.
Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess structural components and services in a residential building to determine their impact on the interior design brief. This unit applies to interior designers, including kitchen and bathroom designers. They analyse and integrate information from site inspection, documentation and consultation to inform the design process. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Design residential interiors
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to formulate creative design solutions for residential interior design projects, satisfying the physiological, psycho-logical, social, cultural and environmental requirements of the client brief. Designs include the manipulation of interior elements such as walls, floors, ceilings and staircases. This unit applies to interior designers. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Common Questions
Fees vary depending on your study mode and eligibility. For on-campus study, fees range from $13,340 (Concession) to $20,010 (Full Fee). For online study, fees range from $9,805 (Concession) to $16,470 (Full Fee). Subsidised fees are also available for eligible students. International students pay $24,000. TAFE at School students pay between $5,800 and $11,600.
Yes, TAFE Queensland offers an online self-directed study mode where 100% of the course is delivered online. You can work through your studies at your own pace and access learning materials 24/7 through the online learning management system Connect. Full-time online study requires approximately 25 hours per week, while part-time is approximately 12.5 hours per week.
The course takes 18 months to complete full time, or up to 3 years if studying part time. Full-time on-campus students attend 3 days per week, while part-time on-campus students attend up to 2 days per week.
Yes. If you complete a TAFE Queensland diploma, you can take advantage of diploma-to-degree pathway options. You can jump straight into the second year of a related bachelor's degree at some of Australia's top universities, graduating with two qualifications in the same time it would normally take to complete one.
Yes. TAFE Queensland offers a TAFE at School Foundation Program for this course. High school students complete select units from the diploma, which count towards their QCE and provide direct credit into the full diploma, allowing them to fast-track their studies and gain real-world skills before finishing school. The total course fee for TAFE at School students ranges from $5,800 to $11,600.
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