UK · Bachelor's
Nottingham Trent University
BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design
Nottingham Trent University
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) — a large, award-winning modern university known for its strong studio culture and industry links — is a three-year design degree that sits between interior design and architecture. Students learn to reimagine and adapt existing buildings and spaces, developing skills in spatial design, materials, lighting, CAD and visualisation, and live client projects. NTU's design school is well regarded for graduate employability and hands-on, portfolio-building teaching.
For Sri Lankan applicants who want a practical, creative design degree with a clear career path — interior design, retail and hospitality design, exhibition and set design, or a route into architecture — NTU is a strong, mid-priced option. Students are eligible for the 2-year UK Graduate Route after graduation, and NTU's optional placement year (sandwich course) lets students gain a year of paid UK industry experience during the degree.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Sri Lankan A/Ls: typically 2–3 passes; Cambridge International / Edexcel A-Levels are directly accepted (roughly BBC–CCC).
- check_circle IB Diploma: 26–28 points.
- check_circle A portfolio of creative/design work is required.
- check_circle A foundation year is available for applicants who need to strengthen their portfolio or grades.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall (min 5.5 in each component).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your school qualification was taught and assessed entirely in English — English-medium-stream applicants qualify with an MOI letter.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (£) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, 2026) | £17,000 | Rs. 6,800,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Nottingham) | £11,000 | Rs. 4,400,000 |
| Student Visa & IHS Fee (per year) | £1,800 | Rs. 720,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | £29,800 | Rs. 11,920,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the 2-year UK Graduate Route. NTU interior architecture graduates work in interior design studios, architecture practices, retail and hospitality design, exhibition and set design, and property development across the UK, Gulf, and Asia. The optional placement year builds a UK portfolio and industry network; UK design graduate salaries typically start £22,000–£28,000.
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