The BDA Diploma in Interior Design

Course Description

Title: British Design Academy Diploma in Interior Design Ref: BDA/dip001 Level: Suitable for those with intermediate level interior design experience or who have completed the BDA Certificate in Interior Design. Duration: 8 weeks (non-consecutive). When: Various start dates throughout the year. Please check website, or email for further details. Teaching Style: Live webinar(s); facilitated group session(s); self-directed learning activities; downloadable resources. Entry Requirements: 18+ yrs old; English language fluency. Materials Required: Full details available with booking confirmation. --- Ready to take your design journey further? The Diploma in Interior Design is the natural next step for graduates of our Certificate programme, as well as those who already have hands-on design experience and want to refine their practice to an intermediate level. Delivered by the British Design Academy, this course delves deeper into the technical and aesthetics of interior design—blending industry-led practices with practical application to help you realise your creative ambitions. Advanced Modules & Core Topics Building directly upon your foundational knowledge, the Diploma guides you through complex design challenges, including: * Design Through Time - exploring historical styles, contemporary trends, and predicting "what’s next." * Building Your Trade 'Black Book' - sourcing trade suppliers, unique products, and reliable contractors. * The Design Brief - learning how to formulate, structure, and manage client briefs effectively. * Technical Drawing & Layouts - an introduction to scale drawings, elevations, and working plans. * Functional Space Planning (Part 2) - tackling complex, multi-functional, or awkward room configurations. * Advanced Presentation (Part 2) - bringing concepts to life with an introduction to rendering ...and much more. Hands-On, Industry-Led Learning Created for ambitious creatives, the Diploma combines theoretical insight with hands-on client-style projects, helping you gain further insight and practical confidence needed to manage design briefs, from concept to completion. --- Continue Your Journey with BDA Stepping into the Diploma course means deepening your connection within the British Design Academy community. As a Diploma student, you will unlock industry networks, gain insights into professional practice, and maybe one day, open doors to a whole new career.