MA in Interior Architecture and Design, University of Lincoln

Lincoln - UK,

12 Months

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About this course

This MA programme at Lincoln is designed for graduates in art, architecture, and design who want to specialise in creative interior making. The course uses a project-based design studio approach, simulating a consultancy environment where students act as design associates within an established firm. It offers two pathways: Treatise by Practice and Treatise by Research, each providing a platform for employment in interior consultancies or further doctoral studies. The programme emphasizes research, practical skills, and design activities, with a focus on the critical response to cultural heritage and the adaptive reuse of existing materials. The course includes modules on interior design processes, research methods, and practice, culminating in a substantial interior treatise that demonstrates critical thinking, originality, and professional skills.

Why this course is highly recommended

Students are supported by research groups and have opportunities for fieldwork, learning from subject specialists. The course facilitates both research and practice pathways, helping students develop professionally while engaging with current theoretical and practical issues in interior design. The focus on creative, progressive responses to heritage and interior transformation makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a specialized and research-informed studio experience.

Specialisation

The course offers two pathways—Treatise by Practice and Treatise by Research—both aimed at advancing careers in interior consultancy or academic research. The programme focuses on the critical and progressive transformation of interior spaces, emphasizing change of use and adaptive reuse, while explicitly excluding preservation and new build.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

19.42L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should have a first or second class honours degree or equivalent professional experience. International students need to demonstrate English proficiency at IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each element.

English language test

PTE

TOEFL

IELTS

DUOLINGO

Career prospects

This programme prepares students for employment in interior consultancy firms, with a specific focus on adaptive reuse and the critical response to cultural heritage. The dual pathways also support further academic pursuits at the doctoral level, providing a solid foundation for a professional or research-oriented career in interior architecture and design.

FAQs

What are the delivery methods for this course?

The course combines contact sessions like seminars, tutorials, peer-to-peer work, and charrettes, with a significant amount of self-directed study including fieldwork, projects, and library research.

Are there optional modules available?

Some courses may offer optional modules, but their availability depends on staff and student numbers. This course mainly consists of core modules.