Bachelor in BA (Hons) Interior Architecture

Tuition is UK Fee in Year 1: £9,790. International Fee in Year 1: £19,850., and the application deadline for Bachelor in BA (Hons) Interior Architecture is Aug 31, 2026.

What is Interior Architecture?

Interior architecture is a field that focuses on the design and the spatial organisation of interior spaces within buildings. It goes beyond just decoration and involves the planning and execution of interior layouts, taking into consideration functionality, aesthetics, and the overall user experience.

Investigate. Adapt. Improve.

Our design-led, studio based Interior Architecture course, is a member of Interior Educators, the National Learned Society for the subject, and provides you with the practical skills and specialist knowledge to work as an interior architectural specialist. Through live and directed design projects, you will develop creative, intelligent and meaningful design proposals for existing buildings through investigation of the site.

• Student Rated: 100% of students believed their course positively challenged them to achieve their best work (NSS, 2025).
• Research Powerhouse: Architecture, Built Environment and Planning is ranked 11th in the UK for research power (REF, 2021).
• Graduate Outcomes: 94% of Architecture, Building, and Planning Graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.