Diploma in Interior Design
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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This programme allows you to explore the art and science of enhancing interior spaces to make them aesthetically pleasing to the end user, with emphasis on how interior spaces shape daily life, work, and play.
You will be equipped with principles and theories of interior design and develop practical skills through hands-on interior design activities, including space planning, design processes, presentation visual aspects, building materials, furniture design, construction concepts, project specifications, and professional ethics.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Learn principles of design through Colour, Materials & Finishes and Principles of Design
- Develop core interior design drawing and design fundamentals via Drawing Studies, Architecture Graphics, and Interior Design 1
- Build digital and spatial workflow using Computer Aided Design and Model Making
- Advance interior design practice with Interior Design 2 and Interior Design 3
- Strengthen technical and construction understanding through Building Services and Building Construction
- Develop professional competencies through Furniture Design 1 and Furniture Design 2, plus Specification & Contract and Professional Practice
- Capstone preparation through Interior Design Final Project
- Complete professional development and apply industry practices through Practical Training
- Choose one elective pathway such as Digital Photography or Interior Design Digital Composition
Career outcomes
- You gain job-ready interior design fundamentals and hands-on studio experience that prepare you for roles like Interior designer and Design consultant.
- You build practical visualisation and presentation skills that support careers such as 3D visualiser, Exhibition designer, Display artist, and Set designer.
- You develop technical knowledge for space planning, building materials, furniture design, and project specifications, supporting pathways like Project Manager and Retail designer.
- You learn professional practice concepts, helping you move towards client-facing work as well as industry roles related to professional design delivery.
- You can strengthen your portfolio through industry competition participation and real-world projects mentioned in the curriculum approach, giving you stronger evidence of skill.
Employability rate
Internationally oriented design diplomas typically prepare graduates for design-support and junior professional roles, and in Malaysia this field commonly reflects an employability rate of about 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% for recent interior-design graduates.
Together, these figures suggest a realistic, demand-linked outlook when you graduate with a portfolio and practical skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (SPM or O-Level equivalent) | International applicants with a school-leaving qualification equivalent to SPM or O-Level must pass with a minimum of 3 credits, including a pass in Art / Technical Drawing / Portfolio. |
| UEC (United Examination Certificate) equivalent | International applicants with UEC must pass with a minimum of 3 Grade Bs, including a pass in Art / Technical Drawing / Portfolio. |
| Portfolio review | All applicants must pass a portfolio review by the University. The portfolio should include at least five interior design drawings that showcase examples of your best work. |
| APEL.A (Recognition of Prior Learning) | Applicants may be considered through an APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-4) for Recognition of Prior Learning if they have it. The university indicates this route is available and provides further information through its APEL.A resources. |
| Other equivalent qualifications | International applicants may also apply with any other equivalent qualifications. Applicants with no standard qualification are considered on a case-by-case basis. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Interior design and visual arts foundations | Portfolio and drawing suitable background |
Language requirements
This programme requires proof of English proficiency for international applicants. The minimum accepted requirement published for this course is IELTS (or an equivalent English qualification) at the stated score.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual course fee | MYR 29750 / per year | Estimated Annual Course Fee (Year 2026) for international students: RM29,750. International students must pay fees in RM equivalent. |
Proof of financial resources
International students are required to meet the tuition and enrolment fee for the programme. The university also indicates that fees must be paid in Malaysian Ringgit (RM) equivalent for international applicants.
- Proof of ability to pay the published tuition fee for the programme in Malaysian Ringgit (RM) equivalent
- Any additional financial commitments shown in the university’s application/enrolment instructions for international applicants
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review entry requirements and confirm your eligibility
Before applying, check the academic and portfolio requirements for the Diploma in Interior Design. If you are unsure how your foreign qualifications match the listed entry routes, review the stated prerequisites and prepare your supporting documents early. You can also contact the programme/counsellors as indicated on the university’s application page.
Prepare your application documents (including the portfolio)
Gather your passport and academic qualification documents that support your eligibility. Prepare a portfolio that meets the minimum requirement of at least five interior design drawings for the portfolio review. Ensure your documents are complete to avoid delays during processing.
Submit your application online
Complete the university’s online enrolment/application process for Diploma programmes. Follow the document checklist instructions and ensure the information you enter is accurate. Pay any applicable application-related and enrolment fee steps as required during the process so your application can be processed.