Bachelor of Interior Design

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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

Islamic Culture3 credits
English for Academic Writing3 credits
Natural Sciences4 credits
Art & Graphics3 credits
Technical Drawing3 credits
Public Speaking3 credits
Arabic Language3 credits
Materials in Interiors3 credits
Fundamentals of Interior Design5 credits
Computer Applications I3 credits

Year 2

Colors in Interiors3 credits
UAE Studies3 credits
Interior Design Studio I5 credits
Computer Applications II3 credits
History of Interior Design3 credits
Interior Design Studio II (Restaurants)5 credits
Materials & Construction Techniques I3 credits
Computer Applications III3 credits
Internship I2 credits

Year 3

Interior Design Studio III (Retail Outlet)5 credits
Interior Services3 credits
Materials & Construction Techniques II3 credits
Textiles in Interiors3 credits
Furniture Design & Detailing3 credits
Professional Practice3 credits
Interior Design Studio IV (Office)5 credits
Research Paradigms3 credits
Internship II2 credits

Year 4

Ethics and Professional Responsibility3 credits
Interior Estimation & Specifications3 credits
Lighting Design & Technology3 credits
Major Project I5 credits
Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability3 credits
Major Elective3 credits
Major Elective3 credits
Major Project II5 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: Grade 12 with a minimum 60% average, plus a design aptitude test.

English: IELTS 5.0+ or equivalent for non-English-medium curricula; English-medium curricula exempt; UAE MoE curriculum requires ≥80% in Grade-12 English.

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 66,550/yr

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.

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Next intakes

JanMaySep

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