MA Interior Architecture Degree

Overview & facilities

The masters provides a structured postgraduate course within which to test and extend the boundaries of interior architecture by means of a major, self-initiated, research project. It offers a creative, dynamic and supportive environment within which to explore and develop new ideas in architectural design. The course encourages a reflective approach to design and the freedom to work across traditional subject boundaries. Middlesex has strong links with art and design employers. Our industry partners sponsor final year undergraduate students and give visiting lectures.

Content & modules

Modules

• Year 1

  Foundations of Postgraduate Research (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  To develop the knowledge and skills required to undertake research at postgraduate level MPhil, MA Design Research and PhD in a design discipline. To develop metacognitive strategies in a reflective approach to learning, research and design. To develop professional/academic composition and presentation skills to a postgraduate standard. To understand the context historical, philosophical, cultural of the topic and areas of study. To prepare a coherent and comprehensive project proposal in terms of scope, approach, research methodology, and standard of presentation.

  Project Completion (60 Credits) - Compulsory

  To articulate the principles determining the development of a design or design research project. To employ advanced skills to develop the project acknowledging interrelated perspectives. To demonstrate systematic critical reflection, identifying appropriate design research methods and communicating these to peers. To make explicit major assumptions or determinants uncovered. To understand the interrelationship between theory and practice in the application of method. To demonstrate mastery of a design or design research project

  Project Development (60 Credits) - Compulsory

  To extend and develop the Project Proposal by: critical reflection on the provenance and appropriateness of decisions whether deliberate or intuitive - and the methodologies employed in their creation obtaining data, refining the working brief and identifying appropriate criteria for evaluation, testing and modification of the project outcomes the use of rhetorical structures in design thinking and presentation. As part of this process the module will: develop planning and organisational skills consider design work as a constitutive part of the argument or process of investigating the validity of the hypothesis use reflective practice in the development of self-managed learning.

  Project Proposal (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  Aims To explore a variety of practical design working methods and approaches employed in the resolution of visual communication problems. To identify and initiate a practicable project brief in parallel with the work on research in DES 4102, and to determine the most appropriate methods, materials and resources necessary for it s successful completion. To compare and contrast ones own approach to design problems with that of current and past professional practice. To develop effective communication skills.

The programme encourages a reflective approach to design within which a personal project will be initiated and developed. This project may take the form of creative work with an accompanying report and presentation or, alternatively, a written and illustrated dissertation. The presentation of the final outcome of your study will be limited only by your imagination and the need for contextual appropriateness.

Your work will be supported by regular multi-disciplinary seminars and by weekly tutorials. Stage One of the programme introduces the fundamentals of postgraduate research, the principles of which will inform the subsequent stages of the programme.

Assessment

Intermediate assessments at Stages 1 and 2 are by coursework and oral presentations. Stage 3 final assessment is based on the completed project work and report or dissertation together with an oral presentation. The work is expected to exceed, in terms of depth and scope, that which would be expected at undergraduate level.

Attendance

Full-time students attend one day a week; devoting the remaining time to self-directed study. Part time students attend one day a week over two years.

Entry & applying

We welcome applications from graduates with a good honours degree,or equivalent qualification,in an appropriate subject.Interior Architecture,Architecture,Interior Design,Design ,although other subjects may be valid.We also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications and individuals with a minimum of three years work experience.Those without formal qualifications need to demonstrate relevant work experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.Overseas applicants whose first language is not English should provide IELTS of 6.5 or higher Portfolio references on application

Standard entry requirements

To be accepted to study on the MA Interior Architecture, we normally require a good honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in an appropriate subject. We also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications and individuals with a minimum of three years' work experience. Those without formal qualifications need to demonstrate relevant work experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.

International entry requirements

We accept the equivalent of the above from a recognised overseas university, to find out more about the requirements from your country, see further information under support in your country.

English language requirements

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all four components) or TOEFL paper based 575 (no less than 4.5 in test of written English) or TOEFL internet based 90 (with no less than 19 in each component) Middlesex also offers an Intensive Academic English course (Pre-Sessional) that ranges from 5-17 weeks, depending on your level of English. Successful completion of this course would meet English language entry requirements. For more information on applying for the pre-sessional please email english@mdx.ac.uk. For details of other equivalent English language requirements that Middlesex accepts see international entry requirements.

How to Apply

Apply now

Applications for postgraduate study should be made directly to the university. The quickest way to apply is by making an online application, once you have created your account and completed your application, you will be able to track the progress of your application online. Alternatively, you can fill in an application form and return it to the appropriate admissions office. UK and EU students should apply directly to the London office. Non-EU international students can apply to our international admissions office in London, or use our network of regional offices across the world to assist you with your application.

Fees & funding

The tuition fee for MA Interior Architecture for the academic year 2012/13 is as follows:

UK/EU Students

Full-time students: £6,000
Part-time students: £50 per taught credit 

Find out about our flexible payment plans for UK/EU students, and how they can help you spread the cost of your course.

International Students

Full-time students: £10,600
Part-time students: £93 per taught credit

AHRC Masters studentships

We will be awarding Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Masters studentships to MA Interior Architecture students wishing to start their course in October 2012. Successful applicants can expect to receive funding towards tuition fees and maintenance costs.

Find out more and how to apply

Careers & placements

Middlesex has strong links with art and design employers. Our industry partners sponsor final year undergraduate students and give visiting lectures.

Graduates go on to work within a wide range of professional design disciplines: Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Television Design, Museum Design to name but four. Practitioners or academics of any discipline that demands an understanding of the relationships of form and space and of the psychological, sociological and environmental effects of design activity will benefit from the programme.

Careers Service

Our Careers Service offers you a range of support both while you’re studying with us – and after you’ve graduated.

Placements

Work placements are proven to increase your success in the job market – as well as being a fantastic experience. We encourage as many students as possible to grasp this opportunity.

We have a dedicated Placements Service which helps you find and plan for a placement.