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Bachelor of Creative Arts (Interior Design) - Flinders University
TAFE SA Code: UNIFL0008

Study pathway: Diploma of Interior Design (MSF50222)
2026 start

Description

Interior design can improve how we live, work, play and learn. With an emphasis on project-based work, problem-solving and collaborative design studios, this course supports you to create a professional portfolio and networks in the interior design industry. You will learn from creative leaders - with opportunities to receive professional feedback on your design work - and have the opportunity to sharpen your social media and marketing skills, positioning you to flourish in our increasingly digital world.

This course aims to build an understanding of social media and digital marketing principles shaping interior design practice and develop creative and technical skills in both commercial and hospitality design. Students will use industry-relevant technologies and tools in interior design practice and analyse the impact of design on human interaction and experience.

With an emphasis on project-based work, problem-solving and collaborative design studios, this degree has been developed to support students to create a professional portfolio.

Offered in partnership with TAFE SA, this industry-focused degree combines practical skills with theoretical knowledge for an excellent

Higher Education
Duration
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3 years 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

Interior Decorator
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Locations & Applications

Campus / Location
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Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Tonsley

284991

Blended Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • Any Certificate III or higher
    • or
  • Satisfactory achievement in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • or
  • Successful completion of SACE (year 12) results (or equivalent) achieving an ATAR of 60 or above

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Additional Uniforms, Equipment and Costs
Two textbooks (Technical Drawing for Fashion by Basia Szkutnicka and the Swatch Book (2nd Edition) by Clive Hallet - $121

Vocational Placements
In the final year of the degree, students will work in a supportive, student-led agency to meet real world design briefs.

Fees

Subsidised
$9,288
Concession
$6,708
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLN).
What is the LLN?
Full Fee
$36,464
This course is conducted in conjunction with a University provider, fees are paid directly to the partner provider and may differ between institutions.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    FEE-HELP

    FEE-HELP is a Government loan scheme that assists eligible higher education students enrolled in eligible higher education courses to pay their tuition fees. Eligible students can choose to use a FEE-HELP loan to cover all or part of their tuition fees.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Self-employment as an interior decorator, Colour consultant or Interior stylist, In-house interior designer or decorator for design and decoration consultancies, furniture, furnishings and fabric suppliers, furnishing departments of retail stores or shop fitters.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Higher Education

    Diploma of Interior Design (MSF50222)
    There is an emphasis on furnishings, finishes and aesthetics, environmental sustainability, colour and pattern in interior spaces and historic furnishing styles. It may also include specialist design areas such as facilities for people with disabilities and the aged. To complete the TAFE qualification, you are required to complete all 10 core units and 17 elective units.

    Bachelor of Creative Arts (Interior Design) - Flinders University
    The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Interior Design) is a Flinders University degree offered in collaboration with TAFE SA*. The emphasis at TAFE on furnishings, finishes and aesthetics, environmental sustainability, colour and pattern in interior spaces and historic furnishing styles. It may also include specialist design areas such as facilities for people with disabilities and the aged. To complete the TAFE qualification, you are required to complete all 10 core units and 17 elective units. *Students will enrol concurrently in the Flinders' Bachelor of Creative Arts (Interior Design) and the TAFE SA Diploma of Interior Design [MSF50222].

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

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Bachelor of Creative Arts (Interior Design) - Flinders University
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