Interior Architecture

Bachelor of Science

Spiral staircase photo for Interior Architecture course
Spiral staircase photo for Interior Architecture course
Type of Programme
Full-time
Number of Places
40*
Duration
3 Years
Course Code
MT 760
Entry Requirements
400 Points in 2023 (round 1) and meet minimum entry requirements as listed below.
Application Deadline
See CAO for details
Location(s)
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork
Course NFQ Level
Level 7

Anne Rogers

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Overview

Interior architecture involves the design of interiors of buildings, their layout and space planning, fitting, technical and structural resolution, furnishing and decoration, and the preparation of all technical drawings and written documentation necessary for the carrying out of the work. The design work of interior architecture includes domestic, commercial, leisure, retail, educational, healthcare and cultural interior projects. Interior architectural design encompasses many types of interiors and utilises accompanying skills. 

This course qualifies graduates to work in architectural and interior design firms, in junior management positions, and prepares the individual to choose self-employment after a suitable period of practical experience.

This mainly studio-based course is taught through formal lectures and tutorials. It has a significant amount of time allocated to studio and project work. There is appropriate technical input, supplementing the design drawing and presentation content.

This course examines contemporary practice in interior architecture and teaches you about our architectural heritage, how buildings work, and how to create high quality spatial experiences.

At MTU, interior architecture covers the spectrum of industry specialisms. It involves the initial design and plan for use to accommodate a changed purpose, or a significantly revised design for adaptive reuse of the building shell. It considers structural adaption, sustainable redevelopment strategies, use of light, air movement, ventilation, horizontal/vertical circulation, and servicing. The practice of interior architecture responds to multiple user needs and a wider social responsibility.

What will I study?

First year at a glance

  • Interior Architecture Studio: introduction to simple spatial design; processes that are commonly used to organise and support study; research, analysis and studio design projects
  • Graphics: introduces you to the core of communication skills appropriate for a career in interior architecture; construction industry drawing conventions and techniques in order to clearly communicate design proposals
  • Technology and Materials: introduction to building technology; construction systems, components, and relevant building regulations principles
  • Architectural History and Design Theory: explores the foundations of western architecture examining the spatial, formal and structural components of key buildings and interior design

Modules

What is a Module?

A module is a standalone unit of learning and assessment and is completed within one semester. A full-time student will normally study six modules in each semester; part-time and ACCS (Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects) students will have flexibility as to the number of modules taken.

The button below provides a link to all of the University's approved modules for this programme.

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Entry Requirements

Entry 2024

For admission to a programme, standard applicants must

  • score the necessary CAO points and
  • meet the minimum entry requirements

Leaving Certificate in five subjects i.e. O6/H7 in five subjects. The five subjects must include Mathematics and either English or Irish grade O6/H7.

Note: Typically 36-40 class places are allocated between MT 860 and MT 760.

 

For Non-EU International Entry Requirements please visit https://www.mtu.ie/international/non-eu/.

Career options

Employment Opportunities

This course qualifies graduates to work in architectural practice, interior architecture, and interior design firms, and allied disciplines in Architecture with a broad range of professional skills.

The graduate will be proficient in planning, spatial design and the materiality of interior schemes that involve multiple floors and mixed uses. The graduate is also oriented to commercial architectural practice with a strong understanding of sustainable design. The graduate will be able to develop designs and their attendant working drawings, and will deal with contractors, suppliers, and local authorities. The graduate may also select self employment after a suitable period of practical experience.

  • Private practice
  • Commercial
  • Government organisation
  • Local authority

Progression

Further Studies

Subject to availability of places, suitably qualified graduates are eligible to apply for entry to year 4 (final year):

  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Interior Architecture

Question Time

There is currently no accreditation process available in Interior Architecture in Ireland.

Approximately 50% of time is devoted to studio and project work.

Formal work placement (minimum of five weeks) is an integral element of the course and takes place in year 3. The placement programme will familiarise the student with work practices and procedures and provide them with the opportunity to observe the practical application of theoretical knowledge gained on their programme.

The placement is supported by a member of academic staff in MTU together with a workplace mentor. The aim of the industry placement is to introduce the student to structured employment in a relevant work sector and to develop the student’s understanding.

Interior architecture includes aesthetic design of all interior aspects of a building. Architectural technology can be described as the technical design of the whole building.

This programme is designed to graduate candidates who will practice in interior architecture which includes interior design.

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