Architecture and Interior Design NC

NC - Edinburgh College

Course overview

This NC is a course suited to school-leavers or adult returners looking to expand their existing skills and portfolio in the specialist area of Architecture and Interior Design before moving on to study a Foundation Diploma, HND or Degree specialising in 3D Design, Interior, spatial, product or exhibition design.

A range of industry-focused briefs give you stimulating opportunities to explore and experiment with the creative possibilities in the spaces, rooms and buildings we surround ourselves with, producing and presenting effective 3D and spatial design outcomes within our design studios and MacLabs.

You will develop essential skills in specialist software, technical drawing, sketchbook and model making to explore your ideas and concepts while investigating historical and contemporary Designer work to contextualise and critically evaluate your work. Design thinking and the design process underpin the course giving you the skills relating to spatial and built environments to produce successful 3D design outcomes.

Reflecting on your own and other designers' work allows you to identify your strengths and which areas of Spatial, Interior and 3D Design interest you for further study.

You will be supported by experienced lecturers to produce a suitable portfolio for more advanced level study in your chosen specialist area of 3D Design. Students from this course regularly progress on to the HND 3D Design at Edinburgh College before advanced entry to Degree level study or employment.

Course description

What you will learn

Art and Design: Personal Project
Art and Design: Colour
Art and Design: Introduction to Interior Design
Art and Design: 3D Design - Spatial Design
Art and Design: Architectural Model Making 1
Art and Design: Location Drawing
Architecture and Interior Design
2D Digital Art
Innovative Prototype
Design Elements and Principles
Perspective Drawing and Rendering
Architectural Drafting
Interior Architecture: Materials/Finishes
Understanding Architecture

Entry requirements

Four National 5’s or UAL Level 2 or equivalent
All applicants must submit a portfolio that demonstrates sound drawing skills and an understanding of the creative process in sketchbooks and larger-scale imagery
A good general understanding of the creative process from either school, college or previous study and experience
Adult learners with relevant employment/life experience/skills will be considered for entry to this course

Progression

Progression on successful completion of the course onto an HND within The School of Art and Design at Edinburgh College for example HND 3D Design at Edinburgh College - dependant on portfolio review
Progression on successful completion of the course onto the UAL Level 3 or Foundation Diploma within The School of Art and Design at Edinburgh College - dependant on portfolio review
Progression possible to Degree level study - dependant on each institution’s specific entry requirements

Career opportunities