The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (B.F.A.) program at AUD is aimed at producing a highly qualified career-oriented graduate
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (B.F.A.) program at AUD is a four-year accredited program taught by dedicated and highly qualified faculty. We aim to equip our students with the skills and knowledge to produce highly functional and aesthetically appealing interior environments. The program is complemented with extensive Accreditation & Associations that position it on the global landscape. In addition, the program enforces ethical values in relation to the Interior Design profession, ethnic and cultural diversity, and environmental considerations.
AUD is the first university in the region to offer a concentration in Integrated Computational Design and specifically a Building Information Modeling (BIM) application course within its Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design program. A concentration in Hospitality Design is offered to students majoring in Architecture or Interior Design, allowing students to explore the hospitality field in depth.
MISSION:
The Interior Design Program at The American University in Dubai is aimed at producing a highly qualified career-oriented graduate who is able to integrate art, design, technology and business practice, with the skills and knowledge to produce highly functional and aesthetically appealing interior environments. In addition, the program enforces ethical values in regards to the profession and ethnic and cultural diversity, as well as environmental considerations.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design at AUD is a 124 credit-hour, four year program which aims to produce highly motivated, creative graduates, fully qualified and prepared for a career in interior design. The course is modeled on best practices as per recommendations from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
GOALS:
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
All students must follow the specified course sequencing with more than 35 modules ranging from the Computer Aided Design (CAD) to Historic Restoration and Acoustics.
For full details on course sequencing and program details view the e-brochure.
The interior design program leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (B.F.A.) is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, www.accredit-id.org, 206 Grandville Avenue, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior granted by the American University in Dubai meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit: https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.
All applying students must have:
Students should consult with the Admissions Office for further details at admissions@aud.edu.