Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)

    Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 33,376 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)

    About

    The Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) equips you with advanced design knowledge and practical skills. You’ll focus on creating innovative and impactful interior spaces.

    Explore research-driven design practices. Master spatial planning, sustainability and the integration of modern technologies with human wellbeing at the core.

    You’ll work on complex projects that address real-world challenges, gaining insights into the social, environmental and technological aspects of interior architecture.

    Collaborative studio work and professional placements provide hands-on experience. You’ll enhance your portfolio and be prepared for specialised roles in the industry.

    Graduate with the skills to pursue careers in areas like commercial design, sustainable design, adaptive re-use and placemaking.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Graduates of the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) can pursue a range of advanced career paths. You could become an interior designer, creating both functional and aesthetically rich environments for residential or commercial spaces. 

    You are also well prepared for specialised roles such as a sustainability consultant, guiding organisations towards environmentally responsible practices. Or you could work as a design manager, leading multidisciplinary teams on complex projects. 

    Other career opportunities include: 

    • Adaptive re-use specialist 
    • Interior designer for heritage preservation 
    • Place maker with a focus on interior public spaces 
    • Exhibition or event designer 
    • Furniture or lighting designer 
    • Project manager. 

    Industry trends

    Interior architecture is growing rapidly in areas like sustainability, smart technologies and adaptive re-use.  

    Green building practices, circular fitout and energy-efficient designs are driving demand for professionals who can create functional, eco-friendly spaces (Archify, Evolution of Architectural Trends, 2023). 

    As an Adelaide University graduate, you'll be ready to seize opportunities in this field, backed by a program that focuses on sustainability and spatial innovation. 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    33,376 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide