The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture 28 courses 126 total credits
As a four-year professional degree, the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (BSID) is a rigorous design-oriented curriculum with a strong theoretical basis to integrate creative problem-solving skills with an understanding of the aesthetic, technological, and behavioral aspects of design. The Plan of Study is a suggested four-year course sequence to support academic planning and serves as a helpful guide. Currently enrolled students should meet with their academic advisor to tailor their course selections and timelines to their individual goals and circumstances. All requirements are listed below, starting with the most specialized moving to the most general. Additional requirements may follow the table, so be sure to read the entire page. Some required courses listed below may also satisfy General Education requirements, including Core Curriculum.
| Hours chosen from: Art History | 3 credits |
| Free electives: Additional coursework to reach total hours required. | 6 credits |
| Foreign Language other than English, Beginning Proficiency | credits |
| College Requirements - Architecture | credits |
| General University Requirements | credits |
Degree
Design:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 310K | Design I | 3 |
| ARI 310L | Design II | 3 |
| ARI 320K | Design III--Interiors | 3 |
| ARI 520L | Design IV--Interiors | 5 |
| ARI 530K | Design V--Interiors | 5 |
| ARI 530T | Design VI--Interiors | 5 |
Degree
Hours chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 560E | Advanced Design Studio | 5 |
| ARC 561E | Advanced Design Studio | 5-6 |
| ARC 562E | Advanced Design Professional Residency Program Internship | 5-6 |
| ARC 578S | Bachelor Design Study, Part II | 5 |
| Total Degree | 10 credits | |
Degree
Visual Communication:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 311K | Visual Communication I | 3 |
| ARI 311L | Visual Communication II | 3 |
| ARI 221K | Visual Communication III | 2 |
Degree
Design Theory:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 350R or ARC 327R | Topics in Interior Design Theory or Topics in Architectural Theory | 3 |
Degree
Interior Building Systems and Construction:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 434J | Construction I | 4 |
| ARI 434K | Construction II--Interior Materials and Assemblies | 4 |
Degree
History:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 318K | Interiors and Society | 3 |
| ARI 318M | Interior Design History | 3 |
| ARI 368R | Interior Design History II | 3 |
| ARC 342R | Topics in the History of Architecture | 3 |
Degree
Environmental Controls:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARI 324K | Environmental Controls I | 3 |
| ARI 333L | Environmental Controls II | 3 |
Additional Coursework
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 301 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ARC 318L | World Architecture: The Industrial Revolution to the Present | 3 |
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