Advanced Diploma in Interior Design – 3 Years (JD Institute)
18/04/2024 2024-08-19 19:19Advanced Diploma in Interior Design – 3 Years (JD Institute)
About Course
Advanced Diploma in Interior Design is a three-year program offered by the JD Institute of Fashion Technology centres in Bangalore, Cochin and Goa. The experimental and innovative pedagogy of the program follows a structure that enriches the creative identity of the students, and helps them identify and develop areas of interest and specialisation within the evolving and broad field of interior design. Familiarising the cohort with the fundamentals of the field, the program emphasises on the advanced application and development of these established methodologies in expanding and challenging the innovative scope of the student’s specialisation. The program supports a holistic education by encouraging the students to work on external projects and enquires the application of their classroom learning in the real-world setting, fostering the spirit of collaboration and the development of a creative practice that supports an interdisciplinary approach.
Advanced Diploma in Interior Design breaks down and analyses the multifaceted and interdisciplinary parameters that inform interior design. Through the analysis of its historical, cultural and social parameters, the program supports an environment where students are encouraged to think creatively and understand the current condition of the interior design industry. This enables them to lead a creative practice that situate themselves within the contemporary context and offer effective and innovative solutions that are relevant and responsive to the current climate. The program addresses the wide and evolving application of interior design and explores the relation between function, utility and aesthetics. Through various technical exploration, creative thinking development and external projects, the program prepares students for the challenging demands of the interior design industry.
Course Overview
- Equips student with an understanding of various established interior design methodologies, and develops them to formulate new methodologies of practice.
- Help identify and develop areas of specialisation and enhance creative identity.
- Includes an interdisciplinary approach that focuses on a methodological and technical approach towards the practice of interior design.
- Develops the analytic and reasoning ability of students to create solutions that meet the functional and aesthetic standards, based on an empathic approach towards design.
- Provides comprehensive knowledge in the field of interior design via the study of various elements of architecture, material sourcing, lighting and decorations, soft furnishings, lifestyle and cultural preferences etc., and enquires their innovative application.
- Helps students gain a thorough understanding of the constantly evolving landscape of interior design by keeping in mind the varying tastes and preferences of different demographics, cultures and heritage.
Learning Outcomes
- Conceptualise and design interiors for residences, retails, hotels, offices, museums, and public spaces, including entertainment spaces, with an awareness of the differences between their requirements and demands.
- Develop creative and critical thinking abilities, and expand the scope of their specialisation.
- Find employment in diverse industries such as interior designers, event designers/consultants, freelance designers, space planners, visualiser, set designer, and interior decorators.
- Understand the synergy created between an individual and his/her surrounding space.
- Create functional concepts that will enhance the visual appeal and the comfort of the space.
Career Opportunities
- Establishing their own independent brand.
- Working for various fashion design labels and textile design studios.
- Working for recognised fashion designers, garment export houses, textile mills, and apparel merchandisers.
- BSc. in Fashion and Apparel Design also provides the scope to work in visual merchandising, public relations, marketing, and styling. Students interested in academia can also become lecturers at fashion institutes.
Reasons To Apply
- Develop a deep understanding of the various parameters that inform the practice of interior design, to identify issues faced by the current interior design industry and to provide solutions that are innovative and ergonomic.
- Develop an understanding of how history, culture and community inform the practice of interior desig
- Understand various materials and their processes, along with new innovative technological and digital mediums that help in interior design practice.
- Undertake collaborative projects with other departments.
- Gain a deep understanding of the real-world workings of the interior design industry through field visits and gain experience through industry exposure supported by the institute.
- Ability to create a portfolio that is upto industry standards.
Course Structure
