MA Interiors Architecture and Design

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  • London
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MA Interiors Architecture and Design
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Interiors (Architecture and Design) MA at Middlesex University London is designed for creative individuals looking to extend their knowledge and skills in the creation of new environments. This postgraduate course encourages experimentation and innovation, exploring the potential of interior spaces from the scale of objects and furniture to the wider urban context. Students will engage in field research, studio and online workshops, and critical analysis to develop a personal design practice. The course is available as a 1-year full-time programme or a 2-year part-time option. Throughout the programme, students will investigate contemporary debates in art and design, focusing on adaptive reuse and sustainable practices. The curriculum is structured across five modules, culminating in a comprehensive project that showcases professional-level mastery. By utilising CAD, physical 3D prototyping, and diverse media tools, students gain advanced research methods and design communication skills. This course is ideal for those seeking to pursue professional careers in interior architecture, design, or further academic research, supported by expert practitioners in a collaborative studio environment.

Tuition Fee Details

Full-time UK students: £11,100. Part-time UK students: £74 per credit and £36 per dissertation credit. International full-time students: £17,700. Part-time international students: £118 per credit and £59 per dissertation credit. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. Tuition fees for part-time study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

Normally a 2:2 degree or above, or equivalent qualification, in Interior Architecture, Architecture, Interior Design or Design.

Candidates with other relevant qualifications are considered.

Those without formal qualifications need to demonstrate three years' relevant work experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.

Other qualifications

A wide range of international qualifications are accepted.

English Language Requirements

Other

Applicants must meet the institution's English language requirements. Pre-sessional English courses are available for those who do not meet the minimum requirements.

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

Entry onto this course requires a review of your portfolio. Applicants should submit a portfolio of art and design work demonstrating a range of skills, recent work, and evidence of thinking processes through sketchbooks.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Rethink and Reuse

30 Credits

Research and Record

30 Credits

Design Development: Adaptive Reuse

30 Credits

Research by Design

30 Credits

Sustainable Interiors: Synthesis

60 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the interior design, architecture, and wider design industries. Potential career paths include working as an interior designer, architect, teacher, product designer, researcher, or writer. Nova Pathways can assist you in understanding how to leverage these opportunities for your professional development.

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/interiors-architecture-and-design-ma/ on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.