Bachelor in Interior Design Top Up Ba Hons

Tuition costs 23,409 USD per year.

Design is a dynamic practice that reimagines the spaces we inhabit, constantly evolving to meet the demands of modern commercial, social, and temporary environments. This BA (Hons) top-up programme offers students with a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification the opportunity to complete their undergraduate studies in the vibrant heart of London’s creative district.

Situated within a studio-based environment, the curriculum bridges the gap between academic theory and professional practice. Students engage directly with industry professionals, including experts from well-known businesses, associations, and galleries. This collaborative approach ensures that your final year is not merely a period of study, but a launchpad for a career in interior design, providing you with the skills to develop complex, real-world solutions for hotels, retail, workspaces, and healthcare facilities.

Distinctive Studio Culture

The programme is defined by its strong industry links and a supportive, research-led culture. You will benefit from:

• A themed dissertation studio that provides specialized guidance for your final research project.
• Live project briefs that allow you to exhibit work to industry mentors.
• A prime location in London, surrounded by leading design practices in Shoreditch, Clerkenwell, and the West End.
• Ranked second in the country for interior design in the Guardian University Guide 2026.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.