Course overview
Throughout the Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration, you will explore various design processes and learn everything about materials and finishes while also developing skills in residential and commercial design. Together with other students in the Design Studio, you’ll learn about the principles and trends of interior design and how they fit into the design process; you’ll explore issues of sustainability, and ways to design appropriately for a range of clients. You will test-run various design processes and collaborate on exciting projects based in the real world. The design work you produce throughout the course will contribute to your professional portfolio – to help you land serious work in this ever-exciting, always evolving creative industry.
We have carefully organised this course to share our Interior Design and Decoration expertise with you, from floor to ceiling. Every lesson gives you realistic, practical experience, the most current theoretical knowledge and insights into the diverse aspects of today’s industry that will serve you well into the future. You’ll graduate ready for an entry-level role or interior design and decoration studies at Bachelor level.
With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and gain entry into the second year of a Bachelor degree.
Learning outcomes:
- Learn to illustrate your ideas before making them a reality.
- Master industry-standard software: AutoCAD.
- Collaborate with your peers to interpret trends and generate ideas.
- Develop technical skills to engage with complex interior sites.
- Work on real briefs and gain studio experience that prepares you for industry.
Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.
Course record
Majors
Areas of study
Commercial design, construction and CAD, design drawing, design process, design studio, graphic communication, interior built environment, materials and finishes, product knowledge, spatial environment design.
Other Information
Practical experience
The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.
Work placement hours: Approximately 90 hours
Fees and charges
Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Interior decorator, interior stylist, soft furnishings consultant, real estate home stager, events and installation designer.
Entry requirements
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Standard entry
- ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent. All Applicants Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria .
Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
- Sydney (Ultimo)NSW

