Bachelor of Interior Design in Canada at VIU Canada

Program Overview for Bachelor of Interior Design in Canada:

Do you dream of style, color, and HGTV? VIU's Bachelor of Interior Design is suitable for passionate creatives who seek experiential courses covering the theory and practice of interior design. 

Through internships in studios, laboratories, and on-site lectures, students transform their passion for style, interior decoration, texture, and aesthetics into interesting professions, creating extraordinary spaces designed for daily life. 

The Bachelor of Interior Design combines theory with the development of professional knowledge and skills related to the interior design profession. It is for students who wish to pursue a career in this creative and multifaceted subject.

Interior designers work in all areas of the built environment, including residential, office, commercial, hotel, and institutional settings, to create interior spaces that are "fully functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of residents, and have an aesthetic appeal." The program provides a balanced range of theory, knowledge, communication, experience, application, and other skills necessary to handle the responsibilities of an interior design career effectively.

Interior design courses include lectures, studies, reviews, orientation in computer labs; independent and cooperative projects; formal and informal conferences; field trips; two-semester internships and major final projects. Core and elective courses provide a good foundation and structure for lifelong learning and ensure that students develop quantitative reasoning and critical thinking skills.

The eligibility for Bachelor of Interior Design in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

Students are eligible for admission to University Academic programs if they meet one of the following conditions:

• graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in either English 12 or English 12 First Peoples;
• visiting student from a college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required);
• a transfer student from a college or university (at least 24 transferable university-level credits completed);
• English 12 with a minimum "C+" grade or equivalent.
• A minimum "C+" grade in one of Principles of Mathematics 11, Applications of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent. A mathematics assessment and placement examination is available for applicants without this admission requirement.

All students seeking enrolment in the Bachelor of Interior Design program must have an interview with the Faculty Selection Committee before admission.

For interview dates, don't hesitate to contact the Admissions office at 1-888-920-2221, Ext. 6400. Bachelor of Interior Design candidates must bring the following to the interview:

• A 100-300 word written statement on reasons and goals for seeking enrolment in the program and indicating research about the profession;
• A resume;
• A portfolio demonstrating aptitude as described below:
• A minimum of 10, maximum of 15, examples of artwork should include 2 - 3 Original black and white drawings in a variety of media. 2 - 3 Original paintings or illustrations in a variety of media demonstrating the use of color.
• And a variety of examples from the following to make up the balance: Original collages or mixed-media pieces exploring specific themes. Photographs, slides, and/or digital files of three-dimensional artwork such as installation, sculpture, and pottery. Traditional and digital photography is utilized as a means of personal expression and/or communication. Graphic print work such as linocuts, woodcuts, silkscreens, etc. Photographs of mural art. Photographs or originals of various crafts such as quilting, stitchery, fashion design, or jewelry design.

These are the international student eligibility for the Bachelor of Interior Design in Canada

These are the test eligibilities for the Bachelor of Interior Design to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Bachelor of Interior Design in Canada.

The Bachelor of Interior Design is a full-time program comprised of nine semesters. Students must take a minimum of one course in three different faculties to meet the breadth requirement.