Award in Interior Design and Decoration – Module 2

Course will be commencing on 26.03.2024. Bundle holders will be provided with priority for admission to this course. 

This is a follow on course from the course in Interior design and decoration I, but does not require higher level of skills. It aims to provide further information and practice to all people from various backgrounds, whether it is for their own homes or for their careers. The course continues to be project-based with fun interactive sessions, group work and discussions, but also offers a higher level of specialized informative lectures, PowerPoint presentations and increased emphasis on interior design and decoration practice.

The course involves four practical design projects with lectures specialized in specific areas of the home. Students are required to work with real rooms ideally from a friend or family member who can simulate the role of a client. This aims to provide students with the experience of dealing with specific scenarios and apply the principals demonstrated from previous course and specialized lectures. Lectures and work projects will be based on the following areas: in-between spaces (entrances, halls, staircases, corridors and landings), Open plan living (living, dining and kitchen), multifunctional spaces (spare bedrooms, children rooms, office/study areas, bathrooms and enquires) and entertaining areas (Bars, games room, outdoor areas, pool areas, yards, terrace areas). Students will be required to present style boards, floor plans and technical drawings for each project.

This is a 26 hr guided learning programme. Students need to invest more hours in private study and home assignments.

Lessons are held as indicated on the prospectus and website.

Learning Outcome 1: Design an in-between space such as entranceway, hallway, stairway, corridor and landing area.

Unit Content

• Lesson 1: Designing properties with authentic 17th-19th Century concepts
• Lesson 2: Designing in between spaces. The entrance/hallway/corridors/staircases and landings
• Lesson 3: Drafting techniques with elevations

Learning Outcome 2: Design an open plan space or combined living, dining, kitchen area.

Unit Content

• Lesson 4: Contemporary Styles and Living Spaces in the 21st Century
• Lesson 5: Design and Concepts within Open Plan Living/Kitchen/Dining
• Lesson 6: Designing Living/Dining/Kitchen Room

Learning Outcome 3: Design a multi-functional space to suite the modern day lifestyle.

Unit Content

• Lesson 7: Designing Multi Functional Spaces with Consideration to personal design concepts and styles
• Lesson 8: Designing a multifunctional room
• Lesson 9: Presenting visualizations of multi functional spaces with drafting practice

Learning Outcome 4: Design an entertainment area

Unit Content

• Lesson 10: Designing entertainment areas with cultural specifications
• Lesson 11: Designing entertainment areas, bars, games room, outdoor areas, pool area, yards and terrace areas
• Lesson 12: Lighting plans for drafting techniques for entertainment areas
• Lesson 13: Professional presentation techniques and course assessments

The following are the suggested pre-requisites and/or entry requirements needed:

Pre-requisites;
• Completion of Interior Design and Decoration I

Entry requirements:

• Proficiency in English is essential

Course participants may be awarded either an MCAST Certificate of Attendance or an MCAST Certificate of Achievement.

MCAST Certificate of Attendance

• • An MCAST Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to those candidates who attend at least 80% of the lessons.

MCAST Certificate of Achievement

• • An MCAST Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to those candidates who satisfy the 80% attendance criteria and also choose to sit and pass the course assessment/s.

• • Students who opt not to sit for the assessment or fail (the assessment/s) will however be awarded the MCAST Certificate of Attendance provided that they fulfill the minimum attendance criteria as stated above.

If the student intends to obtain a Certificate of Achievement, she/he is required to sit for an assessment/s.  Assessment/s may take various forms such as a home assignment, class assignment, practical test and time constrained test.  However, the assessment/s is not compulsory and an applicant may choose not to sit for it.

Any extra material needed will be indicated by the lecturer during the course.