University of Portsmouth Open Experience Day
21 Mar 2026, 08:30
Portsmouth
This is a Connected Degree
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after you've started your course.
Overview
Get experience working with real clients at our in-house Architecture Project Office as you learn how to turn empty spaces and tired interiors into inspiring places for people to work on this Interior Architecture and Design degree.
You'll use the same tools and software as the professionals. You'll use your creative flair and attention to detail to adapt existing buildings in a sustainable way, creating captivating new spaces and designing stunning, functional interiors.
Course highlights
Apply your skills in a design practice or the construction industry on an optional one-year placement
Set yourself up for a fulfilling career in everything from interior design to brand consultancy
Showcase your work to potential employers at our Graduate Show
Take advantage of our strong industry connections to build your professional network
Develop concepts and designs in a lively studio environment that mimics what you'll experience in your career
Careers and opportunities
After the course, you'll have plenty of career options.
What jobs can you do with an Interior Architecture and Design degree?
Previous graduates have gone on to work in multi-disciplinary architectural design practices, commercial and retail practices, brand consultancies and film studios in roles such as:
interior designer
model maker
visual merchandiser
computer visualiser
Part 1 architectural assistant
film studio props designer
Others have gone on to work in industries such as such as education, events planning and retail management.
You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level.
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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Course optionsUniversity of Portsmouth
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