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NONAC04010

Introduction to Interior Design

Non-accredited Short Course

This course gives the beginner a comprehensive overview of a career in interior design, from simple styling to Interior Design and Technology.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 01 Feb 2025 Duration: 8 weeks View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$445

Course overview

In this course you will produce a small residential renovation based on a set design brief. You will work through this set design brief lesson by lesson with your facilitator. 
You are unable to bring your own personal project to this course, we encourage you to take your learnings and newly acquired skills home to work on your personal project.
You will examine the basic principles of interior design and what it is to become an Interior Designer, including space planning basics, presentation and rendering techniques, basic computer skills required for a client presentation and how to produce a final A3 presentation for clients.

No previous experience is required for this 8 week course.

Topics covered include:

  •   Week 1 - What is interior design? / Elements and principles of design / Colour therapy
  •   Week 2 - Understanding of scale and three dimensional space / Interpret plans and elevations
  •   Week 3 - Creating a personal Mood Board
  •   Week 4 - Brief analysis / Introduction to space planning techniques
  •   Week 5 - Working on individual renovation plans based on a given design brief
  •   Week 6 - How to present a hand drawn renovation plan / rendering techniques
  •   Week 7 - Using PowerPoint as a client presentation tool / hand drawn client presentation skills
  •   Week 8 - Produce a final A3 presentation for clients

  This short course is non-accredited therefore is not registered with the National Training Register.

Course outcome:

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Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Coomera
On Campus
01 Feb 2025
8 weeks
Part time 1 day per week 9am - 12pm
Saturday
  • Full fee: $445

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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Coomera

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

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  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

01 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

8 weeks
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 day per week 9am - 12pm
Saturday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $445

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

No assessment
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Introduction to Interior Design (NONAC04010)

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Introduction to Interior Design

COURSE CODE: NONAC04010
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources required

You will need to bring:

  • HB pencil
  • eraser
  • biro
  • scissors
  • coloured pencils (standard 12 pack) or water coloured pencils (optional)
  • metal scale ruler (ex Bunnings tool department)
  • fine line black permanent marker
  • glue stick

Other stationery suggestions will be discussed during class.

Please note:  You will need to bring your own refreshments.

Important information

Course commencement is subject to minimum enrolment numbers.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.