Bachelor of Interior Design
About This Programme
A studio-based degree in spatial, residential and commercial interior design, covering materials, lighting, CAD and professional practice. 121 credit hours; total programme cost approximately AED 266,200 before scholarships.
Course Highlights
- Studio-based interior and spatial design.
- Studios spanning restaurants, retail and offices.
- Materials, lighting, CAD and professional practice.
- Two internships; scholarships of up to 50%.
What You'll Study
Studio-based teaching on the Dubai International Academic City campus, combining design studios, technical modules, professional practice and two internships, on a US-style semester credit system.
YEAR 1 Fall
- GENE 120 Islamic Culture3 credits
- ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing3 credits
- NSCI 100 Natural Sciences4 credits
- ARTS 100 Art & Graphics3 credits
- IDES 105 Technical Drawing3 credits
YEAR 1 Spring
- COMM 105 Public Speaking3 credits
- ARAB 102 Arabic Language3 credits
- IDES 110 Materials in Interiors3 credits
- IDES 120 Fundamentals of Interior Design5 credits
- CSCI 100 Computer Applications I3 credits
YEAR 2 Fall
- IDES 115 Colors in Interiors3 credits
- GENE 210 UAE Studies3 credits
- IDES 210 Interior Design Studio I5 credits
- CSCI 220 Computer Applications II3 credits
YEAR 2 Spring
- IDES 200 History of Interior Design3 credits
- IDES 225 Interior Design Studio II (Restaurants)5 credits
- IDES 230 Materials & Construction Techniques I3 credits
- CSCI 225 Computer Applications III3 credits
YEAR 2 Internship
- INTE 200 Internship I2 credits
YEAR 3 Fall
- IDES 300 Interior Design Studio III (Retail Outlet)5 credits
- IDES 220 Interior Services3 credits
- IDES 315 Materials & Construction Techniques II3 credits
- IDES 215 Textiles in Interiors3 credits
YEAR 3 Spring
- IDES 235 Furniture Design & Detailing3 credits
- IDES 310 Professional Practice3 credits
- IDES 325 Interior Design Studio IV (Office)5 credits
- ARID 330 Research Paradigms3 credits
YEAR 3 Internship
- INTE 300 Internship II2 credits
YEAR 4 Fall
- GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility3 credits
- IDES 305 Interior Estimation & Specifications3 credits
- IDES 420 Lighting Design & Technology (Major Elective Core)3 credits
- IDES 405 Major Project I5 credits
YEAR 4 Spring
- GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability3 credits
- Major Elective 13 credits
- Major Elective 23 credits
- IDES 410 Major Project II5 credits
Entry Requirements
Careers
Graduates work as interior, product, residential and commercial designers, event planners, set designers and graphic designers.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the CAA (UAE MoHESR) and KHDA-licensed.
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Interior Design
Start Date
September 2026 (also January & May intakes)
Typical Offer
60% average in Grade 12 + design aptitude test
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Design
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Design degree
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 266,200 total
Apply online at amityuniversity.ae. A non-refundable application fee of AED 100 applies; registration is AED 500 per semester. Tuition is charged per credit hour and scholarships of up to 50% are available.