Bachelor of Science in Interior Design

Introduction

About the Program

Create a Space for Everyone

The Interior Design program aims to teach students how to analyze design factors based on understanding the project objectives, goals and end user requirements. The course work includes design, analysis, construction and job administration. Students will be expected to conduct a wide range of research and on-site examination of areas selected for project work.

The primary objective of the interior design courses in the American University in the Emirates is to equip students with creative awareness, professional attitudes, imagination and technical knowledge required for this profession. Interior Design is a multifaceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are adopted within the building to maintain and achieve an interior environment through systematic design processes and techniques. The program objectives are as follows:

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Create a wide variety of interior designs for any project from concept stage to completion.

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Develop and implement designs through a variety of new and traditional design options.

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Become able to apply effective design techniques, principles and theories within one’s work.

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Learn and apply appropriate design tools and terminology.

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Use effective visual communication when completing projects and presentations.

The College has large design studios, state-of-the-art facilities provided with the latest electronic media and printing equipment and an extensive library filled with the latest tutorial educational resources relevant to interior design. They are all available for students to use in an engaged learning environment.

Students will be studying under the direction of experienced architects, engineers and tutors. Students will work towards projects in both commercial and residential interiors, developing a sense of how people function inside and outside these spaces. They will develop a range of live projects with themes including leisure and public interior spaces.

Program at a glance

Total Credit Hours

126 Credit Hours

Duration

4 Years

Instruction Language

English

Tuition Fees

58,000 AED/Yearly

Quality assured

Accreditations

Accredited by CAA

Program Director

Dr. Toufic Haidamous

Assistant Professor / Department Chair - Interior Design

Credit breakdown

Program Structure

Course Category	Total Number of Courses	Total Number of Credit Hours
General Education Courses	10	30
Core Courses	11	33
Specialization Courses	21	63
Total	42 Courses	126 Credit Hours

Curriculum

Courses & Descriptions

General Education Courses

ENG 101 Academic Writing 3 CH

ARLAA 105 Arabic Composition 3 CH

ARLNA 100 Arabic for Non Arab Speakers 3 CH

DES 101 Basic Design 3 CH

ARLAA 100 Communication Skills in Arabic 3 CH

DES 104 Contemporary Arab Art 3 CH

ASC 208 Emirati Studies (formerly UAE and GCC Society) 3 CH

ENG 200 English Literature 3 CH

ASC 211 Environmental Science 3 CH

MAT 100 General Mathematics 3 CH

ASC 200 General Psychology 3 CH

DES 105 History of Islamic Art 3 CH

MGT 604 Innovation and Entrepreneurship 3 CH

ASC 102 Introduction to Anthropology 3 CH

ASC 206 Introduction to Geography 3 CH

ASC 201 Introduction to Philosophy 3 CH

ASC 202 Introduction to Political Science 3 CH

ASC 207 Introduction to Research 3 CH

ASC 110 Introduction to Social Sciences 3 CH

ASC 104 Introduction to Sociology 3 CH

ASC 106 Islamic Civilization 3 CH

ASC 105 Islamic Culture 3 CH

ASC 204 Middle East History 3 CH

ASC 210 Natural Science 3 CH

ASC 212 Sustainable Energy 3 CH

ASC 101 University Life 3 CH

ASC 203 World History 3 CH

Bridging Courses

Core Business Courses

Core IT Courses

Core Courses

DES 212 3D Design 3 CH

DES 122 Art History I 3 CH

DES 211 Art History II 3 CH

DES 414 Collaborative Design Studio 3 CH

DES 100 Color Theory and Practice 3 CH

DES 210 Design Thinking 3 CH

DES 121 Drawing I 3 CH

DES 123 Drawing II 3 CH

DES 102 Fundamentals of Graphic Illustration and Digital Imaging 3 CH

DES 301 / FAD 300 / FAD 305 Internship 3 CH

College Mathematics and Science Courses

Concentration Courses

IND 317 Building Information Modeling 3 CH

IND 306 Building Systems and Codes 3 CH

IND 423 Capstone Graduation Project 3 CH

<p>The capstone graduation project is the representation of the students’ in-depth learning and understanding of their field of specialization through a long-term project accomplished in a professional manner. They are evaluated on their ability to complete this project with originality and quality, applying the skills, techniques and methodologies they have learnt during their course of study. The student is assigned to develop a comprehensive design based upon the concept design proposal already delivered in the Capstone Seminar. The topic could range from academic research to school/ community service, student-developed business or any other area of personal interest. The student communicates regularly with his/ her academic-capstone advisor for review, while working constantly to improve the outcome by building upon previously gained expertise. The academic-capstone advisor contributes through meaningful feedback and setting expectations of standards, offering an opportunity for open-ended learning through self-reflection and improvement. The process is documented, findings are compiled and presented orally as well as in writing through a capstone report. The project is divided into three distinct phases: 1. Research and topic selection. 2. Conceptual and design development. 3. Design execution/ design presentation, with necessary documentation and a comprehensive report.</p>

IND 418 Capstone Seminar 3 CH

CET 103 Computer Aided Design (CAD) 1 CH

IND 318 Contemporary Design Theory 3 CH

IND 411 Detailing 3 CH

IND 122 Drafting Lab 3 CH

IND 415 Furniture Design 3 CH

The course will introduce furniture design and fabrication as they represent the hallmark of the human engagement with the material realm. Students will learn about furniture as a vehicle to understanding the smaller scale of form and space that engages human occupation and use, and as a scaled object of the evolving relationship between form, material and assembly. Another aspect that the students will be exposed to is the interplay between furniture design and the principles of anthropometrics and ergonomics, which will lead to a better understanding of the essence of universal design. The role of technological advancements in CAD fabrication will be emphasized as they represent new challenges and new opportunities in the exploration of the craft.
Both historical and contemporary material and fabrication processes will be explored, through which, students will work together to research material form and assembly process, producing design solutions and finished projects of furniture fabrication. Students will work in groups and will use various methods to develop furniture design pieces using wood as a primary material for fabrication.

IND 222 History of Interior Design 3 CH

IND 326 Interior Design Profession 3 CH

IND 322 Lighting for Interior Design 3 CH

IND 225 Materials and Finishes 3 CH

IND 420 Special Topics in Interior Design 3 CH

IND 214 Studio I – Introduction to Interior Design 3 CH

IND 226 Studio II – Residential 3 CH

IND 316 Studio III – Office Design 3 CH

IND 328 Studio IV - Sustainable Design 3 CH

IND 414 Studio V - Hospitality Design 3 CH

IND 224 Textiles for Interior Design 3 CH

IND 325 Time Based Media for Interior Design 3 CH

Cybersecurity Engineering Core Courses

Mechatronics Engineering Core Courses

Engineering Core Courses

Thesis

Electives

Comprehensive Exam

Dissertation

Research Seminar

Basic Health Science Courses

College Core Courses

Clinical Placement Courses

Semester by semester

Study Plan

Credit hours: 126
Duration: 4 years
Terms: 8

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Year 1
Semester 1
- — 3 CH General Education University Core Requirements
- — 3 CH General Education Languages and Communication Studies
- DES 100 3 CH Color Theory and Practice Core Courses
- DES 101 3 CH Basic Design Core Courses
- — 3 CH Drawing Core Courses
Semester 2
- — 3 CH General Education University Core Requirements
- — 3 CH General Education Languages and Communication Studies
- IND 122 3 CH Drafting Lab Specialization Courses
- DES 102 3 CH Fundamentals of Graphic Illustration and Digital Imaging Core Courses
- DES 122 3 CH Art History I Core Courses
Year 2
Semester 3
- DES 211 3 CH Art History II Core Courses
- DES 210 3 CH Design Thinking Core Courses
- DES 212 3 CH 3D Design Core Courses
- IND 214 3 CH Studio I – Introduction to Interior Design Specialization Courses
- — 3 CH General Education The Natural Sciences or Mathematics
- — 3 CH General Education UAE Studies
Semester 4
- — 3 CH General Education The Natural Sciences or Mathematics
- — 3 CH General Education Humanities or Arts
- IND 225 3 CH Materials and Finishes Specialization Courses
- IND 226 3 CH Studio II – Residential Specialization Courses
- IND 222 3 CH History of Interior Design Specialization Courses
- CET 103 3 CH Computer Aided Design Specialization Courses
Year 3
Semester 5
- — 3 CH General Education Islamic Studies
- — 3 CH General Education The Social or Behavioral Sciences
- IND 318 3 CH Contemporary Design Theory Specialization Courses
- IND 317 3 CH Building Information Modeling Specialization Courses
- IND 316 3 CH Studio III – Office Design Specialization Courses
- IND 306 3 CH Building Systems and Codes Specialization Courses
Semester 6
- IND 328 3 CH Studio IV – Sustainable Design Specialization Courses
- — 3 CH Lighting for ID Specialization Courses
- IND 326 3 CH Interior Design Profession Specialization Courses
- IND 224 3 CH Textiles for Interior Design Specialization Courses
- — 3 CH Time-Based Media for ID Specialization Courses
- DES 301 / FAD 300 / FAD 305 3 CH Internship Core Courses
Year 4
Semester 7
- IND 415 3 CH Furniture Design Specialization Courses
- DES 414 3 CH Collaborative Design Core Courses
- IND 411 3 CH Detailing Specialization Courses
- IND 418 0 CH Capstone Seminar Specialization Courses
- IND 414 3 CH Studio V – Hospitality Design Specialization Courses
Semester 8
- IND 423 6 CH Capstone Graduation Project Specialization Courses
- — 3 CH Special Topics in ID Specialization Courses

Study Plan - Bachelor of Science in Interior Design

What we aim for

Program Goals

Provide students a substantial understanding and fair knowledge of the Design fields.
Provide students with specialized skills that enable them to develop innovative, creative and
problem-solving skills and make aesthetic judgments in their area of work.
Prepare students for successful and productive careers in Design fields by adapting to the
technological changes through teamwork, ethical concerns, and effective communication.
Enable students to pursue their advanced studies and life-long learning in the design field.

What you will learn

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in interior design concepts, processes and practices.
Use and integrate knowledge and relevant technologies, methodologies, and professional skills into meaningful interior design solutions.
Apply critical thinking and analytical skills per industry standards.
Produce a satisfactory body of interior design work, appropriate for a professional position in the industry.
Appraise sustainable interior design practices in regional and global contexts.

Requirements

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

For undergraduate degree completion, undergraduate students must satisfy the following requirements:

Earn a minimum CGPA of 2.00 on a scale of 4.00.
Successfully complete all courses as described in the study plan.
The Degree Completion requirements must be met within the timeframe of the program.
Transfer students must successfully earn a minimum of 50% of the course credits for the program at AUE.

Admission Requirements

Admission

When can I join?

Three intakes every year

Students can join at the beginning of any semester.

Intake 01

September

Fall Semester

Intake 02

January

Spring Semester

Intake 03

May

Summer Semester

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Bachelor of Science in Interior Design

About the Program

Create a Space for Everyone

126 Credit Hours

4 Years

English

58,000 AED/Yearly

Accreditations

Dr. Toufic Haidamous

Program Structure

Courses & Descriptions

Study Plan

Year 1

Semester 1

Semester 2

Year 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Year 3

Semester 5

Semester 6

Year 4

Semester 7

Semester 8