Honours Bachelor of Interior Design

The Honours Bachelor of Interior Design degree program at Fanshawe College prepares students to encompass analysis, space planning, design, documentation and management of interior construction and alteration projects in compliance with regional and national building codes, life-safety standards and regulations. With emphasis on creativity and design thinking, students prepare for a distinct profession with specialized knowledge related to human behaviour theories, research, technical and project-specific design solutions. Study problem analysis, concept development, design communication, lighting, acoustics, wayfinding, ergonomics, anthropometrics, technical working drawings and specifications, and cutting-edge design technology within a nurturing, collaborative environment where you can share and test your ideas. You’ll learn how to utilize innovative digital fabrication equipment to conceptualize (their) design parti, such as 3D printing, CNC fabrication, laser cutting and more. You’ll also experience your designs using virtual reality technologies, and learn to communicate and share your ideas with future clients by practicing verbal and visual presentation methods. Interior designers focus on the planning, design and detailing of interior space to improve the quality of people's physical environment. The four-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program covers both commercial and residential design, providing comprehensive treatment of all facets of interior design including research, problem analysis, concept development, design communication, drawings and specifications, technology, verbal and visual presentation methods, construction, and business practice. The courses develop students' skills as creative designers who can formulate, propose and execute creative design solutions for the physical, social and psychological needs of a changing society. Principles of environmental sustainability and socially responsible design are embedded throughout the courses.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature applicant with the following courses- Grade 12 English (U) - minimum final grade of 65%- Grade 11* Math (U or M) or Grade 12 Math (U)- Four additional Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses Applicants applying with the Grade 11 Math must have five additional Grade 12 (U or M) courses- Final minimum average of 65% based on the highest six Grade 12 (U or M) courses- SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL REQUIRED: Digital Portfolio and writing sample. Watch for an email after you apply with more details and instructions on how to submit.Applicants with Post-secondary Education- Post-secondary applicants will also have to complete the Digital Portfolio and writing sample.- Applicants who have successfully completed a two-year diploma at an accredited college with an overall GPA of 2.5 will be considered as having met the admission requirements if they also have grade 12 (or equivalent) U level Math and English courses.- Applicants applying from a university with a minimum average of 65% in the last ten full credit or full credit equivalent courses will be considered as having met the admission requirements if they also have grade 12 (or equivalent) U level Math and English courses.Applicants missing the required courses may want to consider our General Arts and Science - One Year program where they can earn Grade 12, U level credits.