Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
This course is in transition
The course code, title, units and content could be updated in the future. You'll receive further information on our website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your studies. To discuss your study options now, contact us.
Duration
18 months full-time
Study mode
- Full-time
VTAC course code
- 3400210494 (fee type determined by provider)
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This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
On successful completion of the Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration (MSF50213), graduates may progress to the Advanced Diploma of Interior Design (MSF60113).
Course structure
Units of study
Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms (BSBDES303A)
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief (BSBDES502A)
Produce drawings to communicate ideas (CUVACD301A)
Produce technical drawings (CUVACD303A)
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices (MSAENV272B)
Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces (MSFID4001)
Decorate residential interiors (MSFID4002)
Evaluate site for interior design brief (MSFID5003)
Determine work, health and safety (WHS) implications of interior effects (MSFID4011)
Undertake project work (BSBPMG522A)
Create digital 3D models (CUFANM303A)
Design interior lighting (MSFID5006)
Design for people with disabilities and the elderly (MSFID5008)
Design for small to medium scale commercial or institutional interiors (MSFID5013)
Produce perspective drawings, plans and elevations (SIRRMER512)
Articulate, present and debate ideas (BSBCRT401A)
Collaborate in a creative process (BSBCRT402A)
Produce and prepare photo images (CUFDIG303A)
Produce computer-aided drawings (CUVACD302A)
Research and recommend furniture and accessories (MSFID4004)
Research and recommend soft furnishings for interiors (MSFID4005)
Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors (MSFID4006)
Identify materials, construction techniques and methods used in building interiors (MSFID4007)
Assess interior light and recommend light fittings (MSFID4008)
Research architectural styles and movements (MSFID4009)
Research interior decoration and design influences (MSFID4010)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
- Self-employment as an interior decorator, colour consultant or interior designer
- In-house interior designer or decorator for: design and decoration consultancies,; architectural and interior design firms, furniture, furnishings and fabric supplier, furnishing departments, retail stores or shop fitters.
Aims and objectives
- communication (verbal and visual)
- principles and elements of design
- knowledge of design process
- drawing and illustration skills
- drafting
- technology and presentation skills
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Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Entry requirements
Applicants require a minimum of Year 12 completion or equivalent.
Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059