Interior Architecture and Design

This is a Connected Degree

Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after you've started your course.

Overview

Get experience working with real clients at our in-house Architecture Project Office as you learn how to turn empty spaces and tired interiors into inspiring places for people to work on this Interior Architecture and Design degree.

You'll use the same tools and software as the professionals. You'll use your creative flair and attention to detail to adapt existing buildings in a sustainable way, creating captivating new spaces and designing stunning, functional interiors.

Course highlights
• Apply your skills in a design practice or the construction industry on an optional one-year placement



• Set yourself up for a fulfilling career in everything from interior design to brand consultancy



• Showcase your work to potential employers at our Graduate Show



• Take advantage of our strong industry connections to build your professional network



• Develop concepts and designs in a lively studio environment that mimics what you'll experience in your career



Careers and opportunities
After the course, you'll have plenty of career options.

What jobs can you do with an Interior Architecture and Design degree?
Previous graduates have gone on to work in multi-disciplinary architectural design practices, commercial and retail practices, brand consultancies and film studios in roles such as:
- interior designer


- model maker


- visual merchandiser


- computer visualiser


• Part 1 architectural assistant



- film studio props designer


Others have gone on to work in industries such as such as education, events planning and retail management.

You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level.

Portsmouth offers accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 24 hours and apply for a room in halls by 21 August (terms and conditions apply).

By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one application support.

The Clearing Visit Day offers you the chance to experience Portsmouth’s welcoming campus and vibrant student community first-hand before you enrol. With guaranteed accommodation, you can feel reassured that you’ll be at the heart of university life from day one.