Academic Admission

The minimum admission requirement to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) or equivalent internationally recognized qualification(s). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies.

For the Interior Design Programme specifically, applicants are required to submit a creative portfolio showcasing visual arts and design work. Additionally, an interview with a panel of Department faculty members is required to ensure that students comprehend the scope of the studies, the academic demands, and demonstrate the necessary commitment. During the interview, the admissions panel discusses the applicant’s interests and abilities and explains the academic path and the range of skills needed to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design. In exceptional cases, a strong portfolio may compensate for less satisfactory academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency

The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes.

• IELTS – 6 and above
• Anglia Examinations – Advanced and above
• Cambridge GCE AS Level English Language – C and above
• Cambridge GCE English A Levels – C and above
• Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a First language – C and above
• Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a Second language – B and above
• IB English A: Literature SL & HL – 4 and above
• IB English Standard Level (SL) – 5 and above
• IB English High Level (HL) – 4 and above
• Michigan Language Assessment (also known as Proficiency of Michigan) – 650 and above
• Password Test – 6 and above
• TOEFL (IBT) – 60 and above
• Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) – 160 and above or Pass
• Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) – 180 and above or Pass

Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, mid-terms, projects, and class participation.

Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.

The student must complete 240 ECTS and all programme requirements.

A minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 is required. Thus, although a ‘D-‘ is a PASS grade, in order to achieve a CPA of 2.0 an average grade of ‘C’ is required.

Upon successful completion of the programme students should be able to:

1. Recognize, interpret, and evaluate theories and historical trends within Interior Architecture and Design, Architecture, and related fields including Technology and Human Sciences.
2. Identify, analyse, and apply design concepts and programmatic scenarios effectively.
3. Integrate methods of abstraction, conceptualization, creative and critical thinking, and problem-solving techniques, both individually and collaboratively.
4. Demonstrate awareness of social, ethical, environmental, professional, and cultural principles in the design field.
5. Develop an understanding of the interior design profession and its societal role while staying informed about current developments in the discipline.
6. Exhibit strong time management, decision-making, and organizational skills, particularly regarding managerial and legal aspects, and apply appropriate hierarchy and structure to both written and visual work.
7. Classify and identify various building materials, finishes, architectural constructions, and technical systems.
8. Competently apply health and safety regulations to secure the well-being of building occupants and users.
9. Employ research methods to critically review and evaluate written assignments and project proposals.
10. Effectively use visual communication and representation techniques, along with written and verbal communication skills, to present design propositions.

Section: A Major Requirements
ECTS: Min. 188 Max. 188

Section: B Major Electives
ECTS: Min. 16 Max. 34

Section: C Communication and Business Electives
ECTS: Min. 6 Max. 18

Section: D Language Electives
ECTS: Min. 12 Max. 24
Notes: Placement in English courses is done on the basis of a Placement Test or tests such as
TOEFL or GCE.

Section: E Computer and Mathematics Electives
ECTS: Min. 0 Max. 6

Section: F Humanities and Social Sciences Electives
ECTS: Min. 0 Max. 18

Section: G Unallocated Courses
ECTS: Min. 0 Max. 0

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