The BDA Diploma in Interior Design

Course Description

Title: The BDA Diploma in Interior Design Ref: BDA/dip001 Level: Suitable for learners with intermediate level interior design experience or who have completed the BDA Certificate in Interior Design. Duration: 8 weeks (non-consecutive dates). 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+ years 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 over 8 weeks (non-consecutive), this course of 8 modules 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 foundational knowledge, and/or previous experience, the Diploma guides you through 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 scaled drawings, elevations, and working plans * Functional Space Planning (Part 2) - tackling more complex, multi-functional, or awkward room configurations * Advanced Presentation (Part 2) - bringing concepts to life with an introduction to rendering * ...and so much more. How You Will Learn Hands-on, industry-led learning created for ambitious creatives, the Diploma combines theoretical insight with client-style projects, helping you gain further insight and practical confidence needed to manage design briefs, from concept to completion. - - - Join the BDA Community Stepping into the Diploma course means deepening your connection within the British Design Academy community. As a course member, you will unlock industry insights into professional practice, industry networks and maybe one day, open doors to a whole new career.