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RMIT University

This dynamic, practical, industry-relevant program qualifies to plan, design and decorate a buildings interior bearing in mind the projects aesthetic, environmental, spatial, safety and business aspects.The students begin this course by focusing on 2D and 3D design and the decorative aspect of design. The student will develop technical skills to present ideas in a client brief. Projects are themed around research into colour, drawing, communication skills, and historical and contemporary style.After gaining experience the student go ahead to develop a deeper understanding of commercial and residential buildings, spatial layout, furnishings and decorative treatments, and documentation.Student will develop the knowledge and skills to create and communicate design concepts, evaluate design briefs, and apply basic business skills to domestic and commercial projects.
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In this course the major studies include the practical implementation of design and decorate a interior decoration. Youll begin by focusing on 2D and 3D design and the decorative aspect of design. In this course the development of the knowledge and skills to create and communicate your design concepts, evaluate design briefs, and apply basic business skills to domestic and commercial projects are also studied.
Student must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 50%.For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to an Australian Year 12, see the Entry requirements by country web page.Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary Diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Current students can join the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) as student members while studying. Graduates can apply for associate membership and full membership once they have gained professional experience, based on a points system.
As a designer and decorator you will work in a wide range of design environments, including:assisting designers in large architectural firms, management roles in interior design departments, CAD in commercial areas, decoration and design consultancy in small boutique companies specialising in complete furnishing and fit out, self-employment, interior textile wholesale areas, retail consultancy in furnishings, lighting or furniture, colour consultancy, either for large paint companies or in self employment.