The Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) is a 3½-year program that offers a recognized qualification in Interior Architecture, paving the way to becoming a Registered Interior Designer. The course is taught by an experienced academic team with a strong background in practice and research in interior architecture and spatial design.

The curriculum emphasizes the design of architectural interiors, focusing on sustainability, materials, lighting, acoustics, and the social and cultural aspects of habitable spaces. Students develop skills for designing adaptive reuse spaces and specialized interior environments for various institutional, commercial, residential, and mixed-use buildings.

Practical work experience is a key component of the program, with opportunities for placements in a wide range of interior design and architectural practices. This hands-on experience, combined with a strong academic foundation, prepares graduates to excel in the dynamic field of interior architecture.

Entry Requirements

STPM  

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

The Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) program provides a thorough curriculum in interior design, equipping graduates with creative, technical, and practical skills, as well as theoretical knowledge essential for a career in interior architecture. Graduates can engage in various professional practices, including interior design, furniture and accessories design, visual merchandising, production design, exhibition design, interior landscaping design, interior conservation, and lighting design. Career opportunities directly related to this degree include interior/spatial designer, exhibition designer, visual merchandiser, fit-out/retail designer, furniture designer, and lighting consultant.