Interior Design
Interior design is the process of shaping the experience of interior space, through the manipulation of special volume as well as surface treatment. This course aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to work effectively in the area of Interior Design. The course aims to develop technician level skills in Interior Design and provides learners with the key skills to undertake residential and commercial interior design projects. This course offers a broad training relevant to employment in a large number of areas that require knowledge, awareness and skills in the design and furnishing of interior spaces.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is full-time one-year course and runs from September to May
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Interview
Mature applicants welcome
Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy
Careers / Further progression
Progression To Higher Education
• Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme
• The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.
ATU - Sligo
SG345 BA (Hons) in Architectural Design Level 8
SG311 BA in Interior Architecture and Design Level 7
SG339 BSc in Quantity Surveying Level 7
SG338 BEng in Civil Engineering Level 7
SG232 BA in Creative Design Level 7
SG231 BA in Fine Art Level 7
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any IT Sligo programme through the CAO system.
ATU - Letterkenny
LY507 Quantity Surveying Level 7
LY408 Design Level 8
LY457 Graphic & Digital Design Level 7
LY518 Quantity Surveying Level 8
ATU - Galway
GA472 Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology Level 7
GA470 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management Level 7
GA473 Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Level 7
TU Dublin
TU832 BA in Architecture Level 8
TU831 Architectural Technology Level 8
TU703 BEng in Building Engineering Level 7
TU811 BSc in Product Design Level 8
Further information
The maintenance grant is means tested and the award of a grant amount is the responsibility of www.susi.ie
THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO
Prepare participants for entry to Higher Education colleges.
Develop and complete a portfolio of design based project work.
Prepare learners to acquire a comprehensive range of skills in general & Interior design.
Course Content
• Design Skills 5N0784
• Architectural Drawing 5N1558
• Drawing 5N1862
• Safety & Health 5N1794
• Communications 5N0690
• Work Experience 5N1356
• Colour & Light 5N1919
• Veenering & Marquetry 5N1365
• Computer Aided Draughting (2D) 5N1604
Optional Modules
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.
Work Experience
Interior Design students will have the opportunity to complete their work experience on the beautiful Island of Tenerife, Spain through the Erasmus+ programme. This is a paid internship for three weeks with no expense to the student. This will give participants a unique opportunity to experience living in another culture, enjoy travelling, improve language skills, gain a Europass Qualification, add this experience to your CV and get that valuable job.
5M5054 - Interior Design
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Interior Design (5M5054)
How the course is taught
• This is a practical course where learning takes place primarily in workshops and drawing rooms.
• SCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
• Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
• We provide learning supports that are tailored to meet the needs of individual learners.
Please Note
A new National Common Awards System (CAS) is being introduced by QQI for Further Education and Training programmes. Sligocfe reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Phone 071-9145480
Email: sligocfe@msletb.ie
Web: www.sligocfe.ie
For More Information
Phone 071-9145480 or email sligocfe@msletb.ie