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Interior Design

Swinburne University of Technology
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 24,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Hawthorn, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Interior Design at Swinburne University of Technology is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Interior Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 24,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Interior Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Methods for Design
  2. Fundamental Design Studio
  3. Digital Communications for Interiors
  4. History of Interior Space
  5. Interior Design Studio I
  6. Principles and Theories of Sustainable Design
  7. Eco-Design Studio
  8. Innovative Spatial Design
  9. Theory of Interior Space
  10. Place and Practice: Retail Environment
  11. Adaptive Reuse Studio
  12. Interior Design Studio II

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Admission to the program is normally through a degree in a design-related discipline from a recognised tertiary institution. However, applicants with a diploma in a design-related discipline and at least five years\' experience may be eligible for entry. All applicants are required to submit a design portfolio that clearly illustrates their skills, knowledge and capabilities in their chosen field. Applicants are chosen on the combination of their previous academic performance and the contents illustrated through their design portfolio.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 24,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: AUD 24,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Swinburne University of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Swinburne University of Technology

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Swinburne University of Technology

Hawthorn, Australia

Swinburne University of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months