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Design – Programs & Curriculum

Interior Design - Bachelor of Fine Arts

Program Overview

Are you looking for a school here you can take interior design courses in Arlington? Students can pursue an Interior Design degree at The Art Institute of Washington, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta. Our Interior Design bachelor’s degree program teaches students to take human elements into consideration when designing a space for living. This Arlington Interior Design degree program attracts creative individuals who want to improve quality of life through their designs. The Interior Design degree program emphasizes the design process with students developing concepts into functional designs. Interior Design degree students are taught in a hands-on environment with industry-related equipment and technology. The Interior Design degree program teaches traditional and computerized design skills. Course topics in the Interior Design degree program include space planning, textiles, and lighting. Interior Design degree students develop a portfolio to showcase their work to potential employers. Graduates of this Arlington Interior Design degree program are prepared to pursue entry-level jobs like interior designer, space planner, and draftsperson. End your search for a school where you can take interior design courses in Arlington at The Art Institute of Washington, in Arlington, Virginia.

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Program Description
Interior design is both an art and a science. As the discipline that interfaces between architecture and the user, its purpose is to enhance the quality of life and facilitate human activity within the built environment. The interior design curriculum combines the critical thinking skills and broad, cultural knowledge inherent in the liberal arts with the creative, technical, and professional skills necessary for interior design practice. Coursework focuses on issues relevant to current design practice: environmental concerns, including the use of sustainable materials for “green design,” the needs of special populations, and changing technology.

Students in interior design begin with the foundations of interior design as well as traditional art in courses focused on drawing, color, and 2D and 3D design. Their study continues with the design process and how to apply the elements and principles of design to the development of interior space. As students expand their skills and learn how interior design affects human behavior and the natural environment, they begin to see the impact interior designers have on the lives of others by creating spaces in which people live, work, and play. They learn to develop and carry out a design concept from space planning to selection of materials, finishes, color, and furnishings.

Throughout the program, the prospective interior designers explore methods of visual communication necessary to convey design ideas in manual and computer-aided drafting and rendering courses. These students focus on the relationship of interior space to architecture in courses such as interior detailing, building systems, lighting, and codes and regulations.

Industry-experienced faculty guide students as they hone their skills to create a portfolio to show prospective employers and clients. Students have the opportunity to make valuable contacts with professionals in the field through professional organizations and internships.

Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions with interior design firms or companies specializing in facilities or space planning. After gaining additional on-the-job experience and passing the NCIDQ exam, graduates may become registered interior designers as independent consultants or open their own firms.

With my new skills, I can be...
Consultant
Interior designer
Registered Interior Designer

(entry-level positions)


Tuition Data for this program at The Art Institute of Washington

Below is the current tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

Tuition$87480
Program Fees$5050
Books & Digital Resources$2200
Room & Board*$73188

The financial aid office uses an estimate of direct and indirect costs to determine how much financial aid a student may be eligible for. Direct costs include tuition, fees, some books and supplies, and institutional housing. Indirect costs include estimates of other living expenses, transportation and personal expenses. Housing costs may be considered direct or indirect. Examples of the costs of attendance estimates used can be found by clicking here.

*optional where available


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