University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT
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Course contact details
Course enquiries
Phone:01273 644644
Course summary
Spatial designers creatively shape the environments we live, work, and play in, making them functional, beautiful and sustainable.
Our well-established Interior Architecture BA(Hons) course explores a diverse range of disciplines and encourages you to reimagine and experiment with the design of the spaces we live in. Working on live projects, you'll develop flexible problem-solving skills and gain confidence to tackle complex challenges with a critical and creative approach.
You'll be part of a strong studio community that fosters creativity, cooperation, and progressive attitudes. This environment helps you design with a focus on the health, wellbeing, and productivity of the people we design for.
Top reasons to choose this course
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We are joint 8th in the UK for art and design courses in the UK and top 100 globally — QS World University Rankings® 2023.
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Work on real local projects that respond to global challenges.
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Collaborative studio environment, working with other students from all years of the degree.
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In-depth feedback of work in progress by professionals from industry throughout your studies.
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Opportunity to take part in New Designers in London, an event that showcases UK's emerging design talent.
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Access to specialist workshops, supported by knowledgeable and helpful technicians.
Modules
Year 1
Design and Skills 1: Fundamentals of Interior Architecture
Architecture Criticism 1
Design and Skills 2: Strategies and Processes
Technology: Principles
Year 2
Design 3: Design Modes
Design 4: Experience and Systems
Technology: Strategies
Architecture Criticism 2
Final year
Design 5: Design Agency
Architecture Criticism 3
Design 6: Experience and Systems
Skills 4: Resolution
Practices: Future Practice
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Brighton
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W250
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus Code:
- B
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W250
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
104 - 120 pointsA level
BBB - BCCPearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMMAccess to HE Diploma
M: 30 creditsPass Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3. Art and Design Diploma preferred.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27 pointsMust include three subjects at Higher Level.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3, H3, H3, H3, H4GCSE/National 4/National 5
Three GCSEs including English language and Maths.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements https://www.brighton.ac.uk/international/applying-here/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements/index.aspx
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
At Brighton we recognise that not everyone's background provides the same advantages, and we know that grades are not the only indicator of potential.
If you meet our contextual admissions criteria we will make you an offer which is at least 16 UCAS points lower than our standard offer. You may also be eligible for additional financial and practical support from us through the Brighton Boost cost of living support package.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
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