Diploma in Interior Design
EQUATOR COLLEGE
Programme Overview
The Diploma in Interior Design is designed to immerse students in the comprehensive study of Interior, Spatial and Furniture Design. Students are nurtured to develop the ability to create functional, creative, and visually engaging spaces for both residential and commercial interior projects.
The programme guides students to think critically and innovatively, with courses that challenge them to develop strong problem-solving skills to address real-world design challenges. Through a balanced approach of conceptual exploration and technical execution, students learn to articulate and communicate their ideas effectively through both advanced digital technologies and traditional design media.
To broaden their perspectives, students are introduced to the historical foundations of architecture and building conservation, alongside contemporary building technology such as Building Information Modeling(BIM). This equips our graduates with a strong foundation to pursue careers in interior design and related creative industries, or to further their studies at a higher level of study.
Malaysian Students
- Pass SPM / UEC / IGCSE / ‘O’ level with 3 credits including Mathematics; OR
- Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 and SPM (1 credit); OR
- Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.
International Students
International students can refer to the International Qualification Equivalency for International Students to Enter Higher Learning Institutions website prescribed by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) to ensure that the qualification is comparable to the entry requirements set by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
*Note: All candidates are subject to pass a drawing test / portfolio assessment conducted by Equator College to determine their suitability for the course. Applicants are also required to demonstrate proficiency in English, a pass in SPM / IGCSE / O-Levels English or have studied subjects that require a satisfactory level in English. All design students are required to have a laptop by the start of Semester 2 in their studies.
Interior Design & Studio
- Major Discipline: Introduction to Interior Design
- Minor Discipline
- Principles of Design
- Interior Design
- Furniture Design
Building Technology & Construction
- Architectural Renovation
- Building Construction
- Building Materials
Compulsory & MOHE MPU Subjects
- English for Designers
- English for Business Communication
- MPU U1, U2, U3 and U4
Interior Design Communication & Visualisation
- 2 Dimensional Design
- Basic Photography
- Color Studies
- Drawing
- Presentation Technique
- Sketching workshop
History, Culture & Environment
- History of Architecture
- Measured Drawing
- Sustainable Building Design & Services
Digital Skills
- Basic Computer Graphic
- Computer Aided Design and Drafting
- Building Information Modelling: Essentials
Professional Practice
- Building By Law
- Construction Management and Professionalism
- Internship*
*Note: Course offering, structure, and schedule may vary by semester and academic year, and are subject to change.
Softwares
Students will learn and gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software to create and develop their work.
Discover Our Students’ Artwork
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Progression Pathways
Equator’s Diploma programmes are also structured to enable students to progress through one of the most comprehensive undergraduate, and subsequently, postgraduate portfolios that are offered by our international partner universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan and Malaysia.
Future Careers
- Interior Designer
- Design Consultant
- Event / Exhibition Designer
- Spatial Property Stylist
- Interior Design Project Manager
- Project Coordinator
- Site Supervisor
- Furniture Designer
- Set Designer
- 3D Visualizer
- Interior CAD Specialist
- BIM Specialist
- Sales Interior Designer
- Material & Finishes Consultant
- Lighting Designer
Inspiring Achievers
Our alumni who are leading the way in creative industries.
