Rouxi Pan, MDes Interior Design, 2021.

Interior Design

Award
MDes in Interior Design
Location
Glasgow
School
School of Design
Applications
Direct to School

Programme overview

The Master programme in Interior Design focuses on practice and research-based learning, aiming to develop independently minded designers who challenge society and the field of interior design in new ways. The programme reflects this context and explores both the existing territory and the hinterland of the discipline, asking why interiors are produced, rather than how. Operating in an academically rigorous environment and engaging with a range of themes, methods, tools, the programme encourages reflective, and analytical approaches to subject-centred themes grouped around historical and theoretical framework Context (Stage 1), multidisciplinary and imaginary approaches (Stage 2) and boundary-breaking solutions merging research, practice, and students’ own expertise (Stage 3). During their studies, students are encouraged to position themselves relative to the broad creative arc of the discipline, in order that they may emerge as advanced practitioners with a hand in shaping its central tenets, facilitating either professional migration/consolidation, or further research at PhD level. All GSA degree programmes are validated by the University of Glasgow.

Xiaobin Huang, MDes Interior Design, 2023.

How to apply

More on how to apply for all of our postgraduate programmes.

Ramona Lindsay, Painting and Printmaking, 2023.

Application Guidelines + Digital Portfolio

Eleni Bismpiki, MDes Interior Design, 2017.

This guide contains important information including entry requirements, English language requirements, the application process and sample portfolios.

Postgraduate Showcase

Join us for Postgraduate Degree Show - immerse yourself in our digital showcase of graduating students' work and see final year projects from students of this programme.

Chuan Du, MLitt Fine Art Practice, 2023.

Graduate destinations

Interior Design historically occurred in a hinterland loosely occupied by architects, shopfitters and decorators. It has only relatively recently begun to assert itself as a discreet profession, with trained practitioners and informed clients. As the practice has matured, the UK has become firmly established as one of its international centres, for both the practice, study and critique of the subject. The MDes in Interior Design is a logical extension of this context. It operates a subject-centred approach and aims to create advanced practitioners by acting as a bridge between the delineated and the uncharted. It provides the opportunity for deep exploration free from the confines of practice. It encourages investigation into emerging aspects of the discipline where ca

Information to Support You In Planning Your Learning

Additional information to support you in planning your learning. Individual departments levy material fees as indicated on this page. You should budget for each year of your programme of study and should allow for costs over and above your fees and maintenance.

Current Programme Specification

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Reading Lists

Visit the library for the specialist reading lists for this programme. Key resources are expected to be read/viewed by all students enrolled on this course during study. You can also find wider and suggested reading on the subject, with many of the contents available to read online once students have enrolled on the programme.

Weronika Siuda, Textile Design, 2018.

International Students + VISAs

As one of the leading art schools in the UK, The Glasgow School of Art welcomes international students to all of its programmes. The School offers an environment in which difference is encouraged and diversity of background and approach is valued.

Ka Ki Wong, MDes Photography, 2017.

Exchange & Study Abroad

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This programme participates in the Associate Student Scheme

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This programme is subject to validation

We review the content of our programmes regularly, making changes where necessary to improve the student experience and our graduate prospects.  This programme is being reviewed and is subject validation. You can read more about what ‘Subject to Validation’ means here.

Kate Timney, MLitt Art Writing School of Fine Art, 2023.