Bachelor of Science in Interior Design - School of Architecture - The University of Texas at Arlington
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Bachelor of Science in Interior Design - School of Architecture - The University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
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Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Interior Design is a four-year program of study (128 credit hours), that includes design studios, technical, specialized courses, and a required internship. Following the two-year Basic Studies sequence, students complete two years of Major Studies, an intensive series of specialized courses and studios on the professional practice of interior design.
CIDA-ACCREDITED
Interior design program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation,
www.accredit-id.org
, 206 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
granted by University of Texas at Arlington meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit:
https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.
VISION STATEMENT
The interior design program is a recognized source of academic excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in design.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Interior Design Program is to prepare students for entry level positions in the interior design profession and to provide opportunities for students to explore the wide range of career options to fit their individual goals. A focus on professional practice including certification and licensure informs students of critical issues influencing practice in support of their career endeavors and promotes design leadership. Professional experiences including engagement with the DFW interior design community, a formalized internship structure, and exposure to a wide range of opportunities support the mission.
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The program philosophy is reflected in our teaching and respect for diversity, not only of our students, but in support of the range of career paths they choose. Our core belief in legal recognition for professional practice is guided by the
NCIDQ
definition of “interior design.” We encourage and promote personal and professional growth and development through many experiences in the classroom, the design community, and volunteer opportunities. Students benefit from the wide range of support that is provided by the design community to assist, mentor, employ, and develop emerging talent through professional association involvement.
PROGRAM GOALS
The interior design program prepares graduates for professional careers by providing opportunities through which students learn the environmental, technical, aesthetic, and human-centered aspects of design. Students understand the impact of interior design decisions on the built environment and its occupants as they develop awareness of global issues, from sustainability to cultural and societal issues where design makes a difference. The program focuses on evidence-based design solutions and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration with related disciplines including architecture, landscape architecture, lighting design, community development, and others. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of design thinkers and leaders and to that purpose, provide experiences that reflect professional practices, collaboration, and expanding opportunities beyond the classroom.
CAPSTONE EXIBITION
Major Requirements - First and Second Year
All entering students majoring in Interior Design are admitted into our Interior Design Basic Studies program.
Interior Design Basic Studies, students complete 1st and 2nd year INTD/ARCH courses in the correct sequence and also complete their core curriculum....
The Interior Design Program offers one freshman level course to gain exposure to the profession as an introductory class and to connect with other...
The Interior Design Program offers two sophomore level courses to continue developing skills and knowledge of interior design practice; these courses...
The Undergraduate Interior Design Program consists of a series of lectures and design studios that must be taken sequentially. The program will take a...
The course sequencing for both the design and lecture courses has been designed to help students successfully complete the program. The course...
Suggested Course Sequence
First Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 1101
Student Success (or UNIV-AR 1131)
ARCH 1301
Intro Design/Built Environment
INTD 1341
Design Foundations
ENGL 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I (or other Communication class)
PHYS 1301
Physics for Non-Specialists I
POLS 2312
State and Local Government
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
ARCH 1302
History Arch & Intd I
INTD 1342
Design Communications I
ENGL 1302
Rhetoric & Composition II (or other Communication class)
HIST 1301
U.S. History I (or HIST 1331)
PHYS 1302
Physics for Non-Specialists II
Total Credit Hours: 15 hrs.
Second Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 2343
Design Communications II
INTD 2451
Spatial Environments
HIST 1302
U.S. History II
MATH 1303
Trigonometry
Elective 3 hrs
Language, Philosophy, and Culture
Total Credit Hours: 17 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 2324
History INTD/Built Environment
INTD 2452
Design Studio I
MATH 1327
Architectural Calculus with Analytic Geometry
POLS 2311
U. S. Government
Elective 3 hrs
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Note
In order to declare your major in Interior Design, you must be advised by the Undergraduate Advisor prior to enrolling in any course at the 3000 level or above. You should also have completed all Basic Studies (1st & 2nd year ARCH/INTD) courses, all core hours, and have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA overall at UTA, a 2.8 GPA within the School of Architecture.
Third Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 3321
Materials and Resources
INTD 3323
Lighting Systems & Design
INTD 3338
Building Codes and Regulations
INTD 3453
Design Studio II
Elective
ART 1309, 1310, or 1317
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 3322
Materials and Technology
INTD 3332
Pro Practice in Interior Design
INTD 3357
Design Communications III
INTD 3454
Design Studio III
33xx/43xx
Adv. Art History Elective
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Note
An approved degree plan is required prior to registration for this year.
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 4361
Environmental Design
INTD 4365
Immersive Environments
INTD 4366
Human-Centered Design
INTD 4456
Design Studio IV
Total Credit Hours: 13 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 4344
Design Communications IV
INTD 4368
Interior Detailing
INTD 4493
Interior Design Internship
INTD 4257
Design Studio V
Total Credit Hours: 14 hrs.
Total Program SCH: 122 hrs
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design granted by the University of Texas at Arlington meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit:
https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements
See Interior Design Accreditation
Explore NCIDQ Exam Eligibility
Student Achievement Data
Masters of Architecture Advanced Standing
Students completing UT Arlington's 4-years professional undergraduate interior design degree may apply for advanced standing in the Master of Architecture Path A Program.
Master of Architecture
Studio Culture Policy
Civilized behavior among students, faculty and staff based on mutual respect is expected in all settings but is particularly important in design studios due to their time-intensive nature.
See Studio Culture Policy
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Student Achievement Data
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Master of Science in Sustainable Building Technology
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First Year Competency
Graduate Studio Lottery
Accreditation
Overview
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Urban Design
Master of Landscape of Architecture
Dual Master’s Degree with NTU
Design Playbook
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Faculty
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Advanced Standing MCRP Program
Master of City and Regional Planning
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Online MPA
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On-Campus
Dual Master Degrees
Ph.D in Public Administration and Public Policy
Certificate Programs
Profile
Research Expertise
Jobs and Opportunities
Doctoral Student Research
Overview
Architecture History Minor
Environmental and Sustainability Studies Minor
Urban Affairs Minor
Overview
International Program Innsbruck
Address
College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
601 W. Nedderman Drive
Suite 203
Arlington, TX 76019-0108
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Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
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Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Interior Design is a four-year program of study (128 credit hours), that includes design studios, technical, specialized courses, and a required internship. Following the two-year Basic Studies sequence, students complete two years of Major Studies, an intensive series of specialized courses and studios on the professional practice of interior design.
CIDA-ACCREDITED
Interior design program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation,
www.accredit-id.org
, 206 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
granted by University of Texas at Arlington meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit:
https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.
VISION STATEMENT
The interior design program is a recognized source of academic excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in design.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Interior Design Program is to prepare students for entry level positions in the interior design profession and to provide opportunities for students to explore the wide range of career options to fit their individual goals. A focus on professional practice including certification and licensure informs students of critical issues influencing practice in support of their career endeavors and promotes design leadership. Professional experiences including engagement with the DFW interior design community, a formalized internship structure, and exposure to a wide range of opportunities support the mission.
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The program philosophy is reflected in our teaching and respect for diversity, not only of our students, but in support of the range of career paths they choose. Our core belief in legal recognition for professional practice is guided by the
NCIDQ
definition of “interior design.” We encourage and promote personal and professional growth and development through many experiences in the classroom, the design community, and volunteer opportunities. Students benefit from the wide range of support that is provided by the design community to assist, mentor, employ, and develop emerging talent through professional association involvement.
PROGRAM GOALS
The interior design program prepares graduates for professional careers by providing opportunities through which students learn the environmental, technical, aesthetic, and human-centered aspects of design. Students understand the impact of interior design decisions on the built environment and its occupants as they develop awareness of global issues, from sustainability to cultural and societal issues where design makes a difference. The program focuses on evidence-based design solutions and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration with related disciplines including architecture, landscape architecture, lighting design, community development, and others. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of design thinkers and leaders and to that purpose, provide experiences that reflect professional practices, collaboration, and expanding opportunities beyond the classroom.
CAPSTONE EXIBITION
Major Requirements - First and Second Year
All entering students majoring in Interior Design are admitted into our Interior Design Basic Studies program.
Interior Design Basic Studies, students complete 1st and 2nd year INTD/ARCH courses in the correct sequence and also complete their core curriculum....
The Interior Design Program offers one freshman level course to gain exposure to the profession as an introductory class and to connect with other...
The Interior Design Program offers two sophomore level courses to continue developing skills and knowledge of interior design practice; these courses...
The Undergraduate Interior Design Program consists of a series of lectures and design studios that must be taken sequentially. The program will take a...
The course sequencing for both the design and lecture courses has been designed to help students successfully complete the program. The course...
Suggested Course Sequence
First Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 1101
Student Success (or UNIV-AR 1131)
ARCH 1301
Intro Design/Built Environment
INTD 1341
Design Foundations
ENGL 1301
Rhetoric & Composition I (or other Communication class)
PHYS 1301
Physics for Non-Specialists I
POLS 2312
State and Local Government
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
ARCH 1302
History Arch & Intd I
INTD 1342
Design Communications I
ENGL 1302
Rhetoric & Composition II (or other Communication class)
HIST 1301
U.S. History I (or HIST 1331)
PHYS 1302
Physics for Non-Specialists II
Total Credit Hours: 15 hrs.
Second Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 2343
Design Communications II
INTD 2451
Spatial Environments
HIST 1302
U.S. History II
MATH 1303
Trigonometry
Elective 3 hrs
Language, Philosophy, and Culture
Total Credit Hours: 17 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 2324
History INTD/Built Environment
INTD 2452
Design Studio I
MATH 1327
Architectural Calculus with Analytic Geometry
POLS 2311
U. S. Government
Elective 3 hrs
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Note
In order to declare your major in Interior Design, you must be advised by the Undergraduate Advisor prior to enrolling in any course at the 3000 level or above. You should also have completed all Basic Studies (1st & 2nd year ARCH/INTD) courses, all core hours, and have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA overall at UTA, a 2.8 GPA within the School of Architecture.
Third Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 3321
Materials and Resources
INTD 3323
Lighting Systems & Design
INTD 3338
Building Codes and Regulations
INTD 3453
Design Studio II
Elective
ART 1309, 1310, or 1317
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 3322
Materials and Technology
INTD 3332
Pro Practice in Interior Design
INTD 3357
Design Communications III
INTD 3454
Design Studio III
33xx/43xx
Adv. Art History Elective
Total Credit Hours: 16 hrs.
Note
An approved degree plan is required prior to registration for this year.
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 4361
Environmental Design
INTD 4365
Immersive Environments
INTD 4366
Human-Centered Design
INTD 4456
Design Studio IV
Total Credit Hours: 13 hrs.
Spring Semester
Course Code
Course Name
INTD 4344
Design Communications IV
INTD 4368
Interior Detailing
INTD 4493
Interior Design Internship
INTD 4257
Design Studio V
Total Credit Hours: 14 hrs.
Total Program SCH: 122 hrs
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design granted by the University of Texas at Arlington meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit:
https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements
See Interior Design Accreditation
Explore NCIDQ Exam Eligibility
Student Achievement Data
Masters of Architecture Advanced Standing
Students completing UT Arlington's 4-years professional undergraduate interior design degree may apply for advanced standing in the Master of Architecture Path A Program.
Master of Architecture
Studio Culture Policy
Civilized behavior among students, faculty and staff based on mutual respect is expected in all settings but is particularly important in design studios due to their time-intensive nature.
See Studio Culture Policy
INTERIOR DESIGN IN THE NEWS
UTA, Grand Prairie Reimagine Lakeside Cabins
UTA interior design students are bringing creativity to the shores of Joe Pool Lake, teaming up with the City of Grand Prairie to reimagine the interiors of Loyd Park’s cabins.
Read More
Overview
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Student Achievement Data
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Master of Architecture
Master of Science in Sustainable Building Technology
Faculty
Studio Culture Policy
First Year Competency
Graduate Studio Lottery
Accreditation
Overview
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Urban Design
Master of Landscape of Architecture
Dual Master’s Degree with NTU
Design Playbook
Planter Project
Faculty
Overview
Advanced Standing MCRP Program
Master of City and Regional Planning
Dual Master Degrees
Ph.D in Urban Planning and Public Policy
Overview
Online MPA
City Cohort
On-Campus
Dual Master Degrees
Ph.D in Public Administration and Public Policy
Certificate Programs
Profile
Research Expertise
Jobs and Opportunities
Doctoral Student Research
Overview
Architecture History Minor
Environmental and Sustainability Studies Minor
Urban Affairs Minor
Overview
International Program Innsbruck
Address
College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
601 W. Nedderman Drive
Suite 203
Arlington, TX 76019-0108
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