The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design program at Maryville University is designed to prepare students for a professional career in the field. It emphasizes problem-seeking practices, creative design thinking, and practical application. Students will develop skills in in-depth research, understanding environmental psychology, and the human experience within designed spaces. The curriculum includes the study of research and visualization methods, architectural principles, human factors, color, lighting, and contemporary computer-aided design technologies. Graduates will have developed a professional portfolio and will have participated in a senior show. The program aims to equip students with awareness, intentionality, objectivity, creativity, critical analysis, evolution, implementation, and technical skills necessary for aesthetic design. Students engage in project-based learning and professional partnerships, gaining hands-on experience with real-world projects through collaborations with corporate and civic organizations.
Graduates of the Interior Design program are prepared for numerous opportunities in entry-level roles. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects job growth in this field, with opportunities at architectural firms, hotels, and commercial building companies. Specializations can include sustainable design, space planning, and interior spaces.
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The Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD). The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).