Certificate in Interior Design

If you have always had an eye for design, and have a knack for taking an ordinary space and making it feel extraordinary, then the University of Miami Certificate in Interior Design is for you.

Taught by industry professionals, our Certificate in Interior Design program focuses on the many different aspects of the design trade. A hands-on program, students will prepare a portfolio of their work to help them to successfully enter a competitive marketplace. Students will also learn how to build their own professional practice. The course of study includes history of interiors, principles and elements of design, freehand and computer drafting, color theory, furniture design, lighting, floor coverings, fabrics, window treatments and space planning.

The Certificate in Interior Design Program offers non-credit courses to those who want to enrich their cultural experiences or who are interested in improving their professional or occupational skills.

Certificate Curriculum

There are five required courses that a student must complete to earn the Certificate in Interior Design. The required courses are: History of Interiors, Design Studio, Specifications, Professional Practice, Presentation Techniques.