Bachelor of Art (Honours) Interior Design
Head of programme’s Message
Welcome to Borneo’s first-ever Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Interior Design at the University of Technology Sarawak (UTS), the only university in the region offering a programme for a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. We offer professional-based education within an equatorial setting and a campus with a Platinum rating on Green Building Index (GBI) for promoting sustainability in the built environment.
As a professional course, our programme facilitates candidates to qualify as a Registered Interior Designer recognised by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) and the Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID).
- Graduates will acquire to apply interior design knowledge and skills in professional practice.
- Graduates will develop abilities in interior design communication and collaborative skills with multi-disciplinary teams in the construction industry.
- Graduates will be able to address current interior design issues and apply appropriate solutions.
We emphasise a personalised, student-centred learning approach involving cooperative & collaborative learning through design studios, lectures, tutorials, site visits, and study trips. The programme is supplemented by active fieldwork with participatory workshops to enhance and upgrade conceptual design thinking, communication, and presentation skills.
Capitalising on the School of Built Environment’s locale, our programme focuses on Borneo’s rich cultural context for its core design and related courses. Students will work closely with fellow students from different disciplines, primarily from Architecture and Quantity Surveying programmes under the School of Built Environment.
We look forward to welcoming you to an adventure in Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Interior Design.
IDr. ANNIE JAID PARKER
Head of Programme, Interior Design
School of Built Environment
Bachelor of Art in Interior Design (Hons)
[N/214/6/0220] [MQA/PA 14260]
| APPROVAL CODE | [N/214/6/0220] [MQA/PA 14260] |
| QUALIFICATION | Bachelor of Art in Interior Design (Hons) |
| COURSE DURATION | 3.5 years |
| INTAKES | February, September |
| CAMPUS | Sibu, Sarawak |
Bachelor of Art (Hons) Interior Design programme in University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) is the first-Degree Interior Design programme in Sarawak and Sabah.
The programme provides students the path to become a Registered Interior Designer as recognised by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) and Malaysian Institute of Interior Designer (MIID).
The programme curriculum emphasised on research aspects based on Student Centred Learning approach through problem-based learning, co-operative & collaborative learning particularly in studio, lectures, tutorials, workshops, site visits and study trips. In addition, theoretical & conceptual knowledge will be disseminated through lecture, studio talk and seminar. This is 3.5 years programme including 6 months professional internship. Compulsory internship will expose students to real interior design experiences, nurture their management and communication skills. The programme total credit hours is 120 credits which will consist of Core subjects, Elective subjects, and compulsory subjects (MPU and University Compulsory Subjects [UCS]).
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) / Board of Architects Malaysia
Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)
OUR VISION
To be a global technical university founded on science and technology
OUR MISSION
To provide world-class educational programmes and learning environment to nurture creative and entrepreneurial leaders
through a broad education in science and technology
PROGRAMME AIM
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Design is designed to produce talented and skilled Interior Designer that meets the demands of the construction industry as well as complied with the objectives of the Council of Architectural Accreditation and Education Malaysia (CAAEM) under Board of Architects Malaysia.
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
- Graduates will be able to apply interior design knowledge and skills in professional practice.
- Graduates will be able to apply their abilities in interior design communication and collaborative skills with multi-disciplinary teams in the construction industry.
- Graduates will be able to interpret current interior design issues and apply appropriate solutions.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)
At the end of the programme, students should be able to attain the following learning outcomes:
- Ability to apply the influence of history, theory, legislation, environment, technology, socio economic and cultural studies in interior design practice.
- Ability to generate creative problem-solving approaches in designing a unique space design at different levels of complexity and scales that support human behaviour within interior environment and aesthetic values.
- Ability to integrate knowledge of behavioural science and human factors to enhance the health, safety, wellbeing, and performance of building occupants as well as to protect and conserve culturally significant interior space.
- Ability to apply ideas effectively using appropriate visual, verbal and written communication covering a range of interior design issues of culture, theory and design.
- Ability to demonstrate good leadership and intercommunication skills required for networking, and working as a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Ability to identify the accepted standards of professionalism, legislation and obligation, collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams respecting a variety of points of view and perspectives that enrich the process and product of the team.
- Ability to recognize the value and potential of innovative and entrepreneurial thinking for effective management.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of interior technologies and building systems, building construction, building life safety, and interior construction methods rules and regulation in interior space design.
- Ability to design relevant and appropriate building products, materials and FF&E (furniture, fittings and equipment) to create a conducive purposeful, aesthetically pleasing environment in compliance with rules and regulation of building, sustainability guideline and current needs.
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1
Principles of Design
Interior Design Studio 1
Design Presentation Technique
Building Technology
Furniture Design & Ergonomic 1
YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2
Interior Design Studio 2
History and Theory of Western Architecture
Interior Design Detailing & Finishes 1
Furniture Design & Ergonomic 2
YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1
Interior Design Studio 3
Computer Aided Drafting
Lighting & Colours
Environmental Psychology
YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2
Interior Design Studio 4
History and Theory of Asian and Nusantara Region Architecture
Building Services
Measured Drawing
*Elective 1
YEAR 3, SEMESTER 1
Interior Design Studio 5
Interior Design Detailing & Finishes 2
Interior Designer Practice
*Elective 2
YEAR 3, SEMESTER 2
Professional Internship
(6 Months)
YEAR 4, SEMESTER 1
Comprehensive Interior Design Project
Project Management & Costing
*Elective 3
Students shall comply with minimum entry requirements per entry:
- Pass in MQA accredited foundation programme (Science or Arts) or equivalent with CGPA 2.0 minimum; or
- Pass in MQA accredited related Diploma programme or equivalent with CGPA 2.0 minimum; or
- 2 passes STPM/GCE ‘A’ Level or equivalent with minimum 2C; or
- 5 Grade B in UEC including Maths & Science, or
- Other equivalent qualifications which are recognised by Malaysian Government, and approved by University Senate.
And
- Pendidikan Seni & Portfolio Review
- English language requirements for INTERNATIONAL applicants:
Pass in Malaysian Universiry English Test (MUET) with minimum Band 3.
For more details and information, please contact our Marketing Office at (+6) 084-367300 or email to enquiry@uts.edu.my.
CAREER PROSPECTS
When you’ve successfully completed this degree programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:
- Interior Designer
- Product Designer
- Textile Designer
- Stylist
- Stage Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Showroom & Lighting Designer
- Furniture Designer
- Exhibition & Store Display Designer
- Restoration & Conservation Consultant
FAQs
This depends on your interest. Do you always find yourself with a pencil or pen in hand, constantly doodling, drawing and sketching? Have you always been fascinated with interior designs shows or admire the interior of your friends’ or families homes? If so, perhaps you might want to consider a course in Interior Design!
The first-year design studio curriculum will help you develop skills in all kinds of media from sketching to constructing your designs in the computer. You will be amazed at how much you will learn in one year!
The following aspect of interior design knowledge and skills are integrated in the interior design education programme: Design, Technology and Environment, Cultural Context, Communication and Management Practice and Law.
All interior design programme will have interior design studio projects, requiring you to present concepts, drawings and models to support your design work. The Interior Design Studio is the backbone of the curriculum. It’s intense and fun! Your studio master will both challenge you and guide you to develop your skills in design thinking.
The most common items to include in a portfolio interview are graphic images (freehand drawings, paintings, etc.) and photographs of material constructions you have made (furniture, sculpture, etc.). Not only that, we would love to hear about your hobby too! Not to forget your general knowledge on interior design and current issues.
Career options that you can consider as a graduate of an Interior Design degree:
- Interior Designer
- Product Designer
- Textile Designer
- Stylist
- Stage Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Showroom & Lighting Designer
- Furniture Designer
- Exhibition & Store Display Designer
- Restoration & Conservation Consultant