B.Sc. in Interior Design

Course Overview:

The B.Sc. in Interior Design blends creativity with technical skills. Students learn about space planning, color theory, furniture design, and sustainable practices. The program covers residential, commercial, and institutional interiors, preparing graduates for dynamic careers in design.

Course Duration:

The B.Sc. in Interior Design is a 3-year undergraduate program typically spread over 6 semesters.

Syllabus (Semester-Wise Breakdown):

The syllabus may vary slightly depending on the institution, but it typically includes the following topics:

Semester 1:

  • Basics of Interior Design

  • Architectural Graphics and Drawing

  • Art and Design Principles

  • Material Studies

  • Basic Computer Applications for Design

Semester 2:

  • Interior Construction and Detailing

  • Color Theory and Application in Interior Design

  • CAD for Interior Design

  • History of Interior Design

  • Furniture Design Concepts

Semester 3:

  • Interior Lighting Design

  • Advanced CAD and 3D Visualization

  • Building Services in Interior Design

  • Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design

  • Design Studio - Residential Interiors

Semester 4:

  • Environmental Science and Sustainability in Design

  • Commercial Interior Design

  • Project Management in Interior Design

  • Interior Landscaping

  • Portfolio Development and Presentation

Semester 5:

  • Design Studio - Commercial Interiors

  • Interior Acoustics and Soundproofing

  • Advanced Materials and Finishes

  • Cost Estimation and Budgeting for Interiors

  • Professional Practice and Ethics in Interior Design

Semester 6:

  • Final Year Project (Thesis)

  • Design Studio - Hospitality and Healthcare Interiors

  • Business Management for Interior Designers

  • Internship / Industrial Training

  • Electives (e.g., Set Design, Exhibition Design)

Average Course Fees:

The fees for B.Sc. in Interior Design in India vary from INR 1.5 lakhs to INR 4 lakhs per year depending on the institution and location.

Exams:

  • Admission to B.Sc. Interior Design programs may require entrance exams such as NID (National Institute of Design) Entrance Exam, CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design), UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design) or institution-specific tests.

  • Semester-wise exams are conducted by the respective universities or institutes.

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for B.Sc. in Interior Design in India:

  1. National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad

  2. CEPT University, Ahmedabad

  3. Vogue Institute of Art and Design, Bangalore

  4. Arch Academy of Design, Jaipur

  5. Pearl Academy, Delhi

  6. Amity School of Design, Noida

  7. JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai

  8. MIT Institute of Design, Pune

  9. SRM University, Chennai

  10. Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune

Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Interior Design in Kerala:

  1. Asian School of Architecture and Design Innovations, Kochi

  2. Kerala State Institute of Design, Kollam

  3. IDeA World Design College, Kozhikode

  4. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

  5. Cindrebay School of Design, Thiruvananthapuram

  6. Lovely School of Architecture and Design, Palakkad

  7. Raffles Design International, Kochi

  8. Avani Institute of Design, Calicut

  9. Kerala Institute of Interior Design, Thrissur

  10. Chavara Institute of Interior Designing, Kottayam