Higher Diploma in Interior Design
Application Code 報名編號 : HD115
In response to the increasing demand for design professionals in Hong Kong, the College offers this programme with an aim to develop both the conceptual thinking and technical capabilities of young people who aspire to become designers.
Programme Aims & Features
This programme aims to provide a conceptual and technical foundation for students aspiring to a career in interior design. Students will be prepared for both employment and further degree studies at local or overseas universities, and be equipped with professional and practical knowledge. The teaching team comprises professional designers, registered architects and experienced academics. Our programme is well recognised and supported by the industry of interior design and professional associations.
Professional Recognition
Students are eligible to apply for student membership of the Hong Kong Interior Design Association (HKIDA).
Job Placement
Internship Scheme, sponsored by One Plus Partnership Ltd to provide internship opportunities for students to be professional designers.
Achievements
For three consecutive years, students have won the Asia Pacific Interior Design Awards organised by the Hong Kong Interior Design Association. The awards include an Excellence Medal in 2012; Silver Medal and two awards from the Best 10 in 2013; Best 10 award in 2014 from Student Category.
Opportunities for Further Studies
Some of our graduates/students are admitted to UGC-funded degree programmes every year. The list below shows the programmes that our graduates/students of recent years have articulated to*:
The University of Hong Kong
BA Landscape Studies
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
BA (Hons) Environment & Interior Design
BA (Hons) Scheme in Fashion & Textiles
Hong Kong Baptist University
BA (Hons) Visual Arts
The Education University of Hong Kong
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture - Music
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture - Visual Arts
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture & BEd (Hons) - Visual Arts (co-terminal double degree)
HKU SPACE International College
Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to the full-time degree programme offered locally by HKU SPACE International College in collaboration with Middlesex University London, leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Interior Architecture. For further information, please visit IC website at https://ic.hkuspace.hku.hk/programmes/ba-hons-interior-architecture
Career Prospects
Students have excellent career opportunities after graduation. Many graduates were recruited by reputable design firms.
Steve Leung Travelling Scholarship
The Steve Leung Travelling Scholarship, sponsored by Steve Leung Designers Ltd, to be awarded to a student of the Higher Diploma in Interior Design programme for a self-planned summer study tour.
M. Moser Interior Design Awards
M. Moser Interior Design Awards, sponsored by M. Moser Associates Ltd, to be awarded to the best four final year students of the Higher Diploma in Interior Design.
Vespa Scholarships in Interior Design
Vespa Scholarships in Interior Design, sponsored by E. Bon Building Materials Co Ltd to be awarded to students of the Higher Diploma in Interior Design who have excellent academic performance.
Admission Interview
Qualified applicants should bring along with you a simple portfolio to the admissions interview. A portfolio can include sketchbook, drawings, photos etc.
*The above list is not exhaustive and only shows some of the examples.
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*Courses offered in each semester are subject to student enrolment and resources available.
- Graduated from HD in Interior Design in 2014
- Graduate of BA (Hons) Interior Architecture, Middlesex University
- Co-founder and Director in Monoo Interior Ltd.
All our lecturers are qualified academics or well-experienced practitioners in the industry, and are very responsive to our questions and enthusiastic.
- Graduated from HD in Interior Design in 2016
- Graduate of BA (Hons) Interior Architecture, Middlesex University
- Interior Designer in M.Moser Associates Ltd.
The lectures always arouse a good deal of passion for the subject among the students and are very helpful.
- Graduated from HD Interior Design in 2019
- Graduate of BA (Hons) Interior Architecture, Middlesex University in 2021
- Assistant interior designer in CCD (HK) Ltd.
- Winner proposal from Creative-community space (North Point) Competition 2021
- Winner project from Harbour-front Public Furniture Competition
The lectures always arouse a good deal of passion for the subject among the students and are very helpful.
- Graduated from HD Interior Design in 2014
- Graduate of BA (Hons) Interior Architecture, Middlesex University
- Interior Designer in M. Moser Associates
- Senior Interior Designer in Envisione Studio Ltd.
The course curriculum is pitched at the right level for the students which inspires learning and paves the path for a promising career in interior design.
- Graduated from HD Interior Design in 2014
- Asst. Interior Designer in Steve Leung Designers Ltd.
All our lecturers are qualified academics or well-experienced practitioners in the industry, and all are very responsive to our questions and very enthusiastic.