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Bachelor
of Interior Design (BA, BS)
School of Social and Human
Studies
Atlantic International University
The Bachelor of Interior Design program
is offered online via distance learning.
After evaluating both academic record and
life experience, AIU staff working in conjunction
with Faculty and Academic Advisors will
assist students in setting up a custom-made
program, designed on an individual basis.
This flexibility to meet student needs is
seldom found in other distance learning
programs. Our online program does not require
all students to take the same subjects/courses,
use the same books, or learning materials.
Instead, the online Bachelor of Interior
Design curriculum is designed individually
by the student and academic advisor. It
specifically addresses strengths and weaknesses
with respect to market opportunities in
the student’s major and intended field
of work. Understanding that industry and
geographic factors should influence the
content of the curriculum instead of a standardized
one-fits-all design is the hallmark of AIU’s
unique approach to adult education. This
philosophy addresses the dynamic and constantly
changing environment of working professionals
by helping adult students in reaching their
professional and personal goals within the
scope of the degree program.
Important: Below is an example of the topics
or areas you may develop and work on during
your studies. By no means is it a complete
or required list as AIU programs do not
follow a standardized curriculum. It is
meant solely as a reference point and example.
Want to learn more about the curriculum
design at AIU? (Course
and Curriculum)
Core Courses and Topics
in Interior Design:
- Interior Design
- Digital Presentation Methods
- Digital Photography
- Digital Image Manipulation
- Advanced CAD Systems
- History of Modern Design
- Interior Design
- Interior Design Budgeting
- Residential Design - Kitchen and Bath
- Architectural Model Making
- Furniture Design
- Color Theory
- Fundamentals of Design
- Perspective
- Visual Indication
- Theory & Development of Form
- Basic Drafting
- Textiles
- History of Furniture
- Space Planning
- Lighting
- Materials and Specifications
- Residential Design Studio
- Drafting Technology
- Institutional Design
- Residential Design Studio
- Commercial Design Studio
- Office Design
- The Portfolio
Orientation Courses:
- Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive
Resume)
- Organization Theory (Portfolio)
- Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
- Seminar Administrative Development
(Book Summary)
- Seminar Cultural Development (Practical
Experience)
- Seminar International Development (Publications)
Research Project in Interior
Design:
Bachelor Thesis Project
MBM300 Thesis Proposal
MBM302 Bachelor Thesis (5,000 words)
Publication: Each Bachelor of Interior Design
graduate is encouraged to publish their
research papers either online in the public
domain or through professional journals
and periodicals worldwide.
Career Center Bachelor
of Interior Design
Job Description Bachelor
of Interior Design Majors
Interior designers draw upon many disciplines to enhance the function, safety, and aesthetics of interior spaces. Their main concerns are with how different colors, textures, furniture, lighting, and space work together to meet the needs of a building’s occupants. Designers plan interior spaces of almost every type of building, including offices, airport terminals, theaters, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and private residences. Good design can boost office productivity, increase sales, attract a more affluent clientele, provide a more relaxing hospital stay, or increase a building’s market value.
Traditionally, most interior designers focused on decorating—choosing a style and color palette and then selecting appropriate furniture, floor and window coverings, artwork, and lighting. However, an increasing number of designers are becoming involved in architectural detailing, such as crown molding and built-in bookshelves, and in planning layouts of buildings undergoing renovation, including helping to determine the location of windows, stairways, escalators, and walkways.
Skills for Success
- Problem-solving skills
- Practical and patient
- Creative
- Technical aptitude
- Good communication skills.
Employment Opportunities for Bachelor of Interior Design Majors
- Building or Zoning Inspector
- Campus Planner
- Community Planner
- GIS Specialist/Analyst/Manager
- Historic Preservation Specialist
- Land Use Planner
- Urban Planner
- Interior Designer
- Retail Designer
Resources for those in the Bachelor of Interior Design field
Contact us to get
started
We understand how busy adults do not have
time to go back to school. Now, it's possible
to earn your degree in the comfort of your
own home and still have time for yourself
and your family. The Admissions office is
here to help you, for additional information
or to see if you qualify for admissions
please contact us. If you are ready to apply
please submit your Online Application and
paste your resume and any additional comments/questions
in the area provided.
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