FACULTY OF
BUILT ENVIRONMENT & GENERATIVE DESIGN
INTERIOR
DESIGN
Diploma in Interior Design
study pathway
Diploma in Interior Design
DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN
2 Years 4 Months
*Credit Transfer available
BACHELOR OF INTERIOR DESIGN (HONOURS)
3 Years 6 Months
MASTER OF DESIGN
1 Year / Part-Time
DOCTORATE PROGRAMMES
3 - 6 Years / Part-Time
DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN
MQA/FA 4738 | KPT/R2/0212/4/0024 (06/2029)
The Diploma in Interior Design is industry-focused and relevant to the workplace. The curriculum is aimed at developing creative and technical skills through project-based learning. This programme promotes knowledge ad skills through project work and advances the students’ thinking through the development of a personal research capability.
Programme Length:
2 Years 4 Months
Programme Credit:
90 Credit Hours
Intakes:
January / May / September
Career Opportunities
Diploma in Interior Design
– Interior Designer
– Furniture Design Assistant
– Junior Commercial Space Designer
– Interior Design Illustrator
– Design Consultant Assistant
– Junior Landscape Planner
– Event / Exihibition Designer
Programme Modules
Diploma in Interior Design
| – Academic Writing – Academic Reading – English for Communication – Foundation Sketching and Drawing for Designers | – Gen-AI for Design Exploration – Interior Design Principles and Theory – Interior Presentation Techniques – Architectural Drafting | – Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation / Malay Language Communication 1 – Interior Design Studio 1 ( Anthropocentric & Ergonomics) – History of Modern Design & Architecture – Computer Graphic Skills |
| – Teamwork and Leadership/Bahasa Kebangsaan A – Interior Design Studio 2 (Residential) – 2D Computer Aided Drawing – Interior Colour Application | – Integrity and Anti-Corruption – Interior Design Studio 3 (Commercial) – Introduction to Furniture Design – Building Construction and Services – 3D Computer Aided Drawing | – Major Studio Project – Working Drawing in Interior Design – Interior Materials and Finishes – Introduction to Professional Practice |
| – Internship (14weeks) | – | – |
*The programme module structure shown on this page is based on Intake A. The module is subject to change.
*The MPU Modules are translated to English. Please visit [here] for the original module name.
Evelyn Soe
Interior Design (2024)
“My favorite module is Major Project Studio because we have the chance to experience the full design process, from preparing a portfolio to presenting a presentation board, just like working in a design company. I feel connected to RU when there are many events from other clubs that are open for us to join, which are very interesting. I would advise new students to explore the design industry as much as possible, not only in interior design but also in areas like lighting effects, landscape design, and more.”
HO Zi Yee
Interior Design (2019)
Life as an RU student was a unique experience. The growth I have seen in myself thanks to Raffles University is invaluable. It has taught me things far beyond theoretical knowledge and helped me broaden my horizons. I loved the friendly atmosphere at Raffles University and the fact that the lecturer were really close to the students.
Entry Requirements
Diploma in Interior Design
SPM: Credits in 3 subjects
O-level: Credits in 3 subjects
UEC: 3Bs
Others: Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysia Government which will be considered on a case by case basis
Additional Requirement: Pass RU Portfolio Assessment and Interview
Malaysian Student
MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
No Minimum English Requirement
* A Learning Assistance Sessions (LAS) (from Week 7 to Week 12) will be provided at no cost if the student failed the English assessment in week 4
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International Student
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IELTS: 4.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5
TOEFL iBT: 30-31
PTE: 36
MUET: Band 3
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140
*Students who did not meet the English Requirement are required to take the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.
Application Fee: RM4,500
Admission Fee: RM11,000
Administration Fee: RM1,000
Indicative Tuition Fee: RM53,500
Total Fee: RM70,000
(Approx. USD 16,700)
Contact us to receive the latest information about tuition fees.
Click here to check the available scholarships.
*The total fee will be subject to a 6% SST starting from 1st September 2025.
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