Interior Architecture and Design BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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**Create sustainable, contemporary interior spaces through art-based studio practice and a highly diverse range of design projects.**As climate change and a range of ethical considerations forces us to address the true cost of new buildings, youll practise sustainable interior design through creative re-use of existing structures.As part of this course, you’ll:- Study in a well-equipped studio environment and award-winning building in the vibrant city of Leeds- Use traditional art and design ...Read more


Create sustainable, contemporary interior spaces through art-based studio practice and a highly diverse range of design projects.

As climate change and a range of ethical considerations forces us to address the true cost of new buildings, you'll practise sustainable interior design through creative re-use of existing structures.As part of this course, you’ll:- Study in a well-equipped studio environment and award-winning building in the vibrant city of Leeds- Use traditional art and design inspiration and processes, along with digital media, to sculpt, draw and model innovative interior architecture- Develop your place-making talents to shape sensory, emotive and tactile contemporary interior landscapes- Complete design projects in response to human issues, live briefs and external clients- Become an imaginative, ethical designer at the forefront of interior architecture and design practice and be supported in your individual aspirations and creativity- Showcase your design talents to the public and impress industry professionals by exhibiting your work at the end of your final yearYou’ll be taught by experienced practitioners whose backgrounds are in top architecture and design industry consultancies and practices. Live projects will give you the opportunity to engage with real clients, user groups, experts, practising designers and architects.Check out our Twitter (@LBU_BAInterior) and Instagram (@leedsbeckettinterior), where we post student work, blogs, podcasts and lectures.


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Guest lectures

You’ll have access to guest lectures and workshops throughout the year, both on campus and in conjunction with external organisations.Our School of Architecture presents Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture and Interior Architecture and Design through the cross-disciplinary open lecture series ‘Fortuitous Encounters’.The INSIDE/OUT lecture series brings together some of the most exciting names from the fields of art, architecture, design, fashion, film, music, performing arts and beyond.


Interior Architecture & Design (OAD) community support network

We have an effective IAD community support network and peer-to-peer support sessions which have been particularly beneficial during lockdown. You’ll have access to evening events free of charge that include a range of social activities to support all of our students’ mental health and wellbeing during this time.


Our mentorship scheme

‘M’ is our IAD mentorship scheme, which pairs our final year students with practising designers and alumni who can offer professional guidance when entering the workplace.


Why study Interior Architecture and Design at Leeds Beckett University...

- 92% of students on BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design were positive about the availability of specialist facilities*- Work on briefs in response to real-world situations- Tutors with extensive professional experience and networks- Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north, with 3000 students spread across over 40 courses- Interdisciplinary study; gain access to a vast range of ideas, skills and facilities which will enable you to take your work in your own direction*National Student Survey 2024

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WUSCA ranking:
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41/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
53rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
Design Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Design Studies graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Design Studies graduate salary
£18,000
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120 Grades / Points required

At least 80 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

Popular A-level subjects

Design Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Art & Design
28%
Mathematics
16%
Music
16%
Photography
13%
Media Studies
13%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University , Leeds

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