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BSc Interior Architecture

University of Salford

About this course

BSc (Hons) Interior Architecture, an interior architecture degree focused on building design, construction technology, and architectural history. Core topics include Ethics & Professional Practice. The curriculum is delivered within a studio setting alongside architecture and architectural engineering students, incorporating real-world scenario work and design competitions. The first year covers the foundations through Design Studio 1A, Design Technology 1, History and Theory 1, Interior Architecture Design Studio 1B, and Practice 1, introducing construction technology, western architectural history, and foundational architectural practice principles. The second year progresses with Interior Architecture Design Studio 2A, History and Theory 2, Interior Architecture Design Studio 2B, Design Technology 2, and Practice 2: Multidisciplinary Project, examining modern architecture, building fabric design, and multidisciplinary practice-based environments. The third year concludes the programme through Interior Architecture Design Studio 3, Practice 3, Ideas and Issues in Interior Architecture, and Design Technology 3, featuring a self-initiated design project centred on an existing architectural site alongside preparation for the architectural profession.

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Institution
University of Salford
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc (Hons) Interior Architecture
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
K120
Typical offer
IB 30, UCAS 112
Median salary
£24,500 after 5 years

Entry requirements

GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 112 UCAS points. A level: 112 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of two A-Levels or equivalent. BTEC: DMM. T level: Any subject accepted. Must have passed all components. Access to HE: A minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff Points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma. Scottish Highers: 112 UCAS Tariff Points from Higher Level. Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Highers. IB: 30 points. Other Qualifications: Please contact Admissions for further information.

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What students say

Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 98%
  • Learning opportunities: 96%
  • Assessment and feedback: 95%
  • Academic support: 100%
  • Organisation and management: 86%
  • Learning resources: 94%
  • Student voice: 94%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Continued on course: 95%
  • Left higher education: 5%

What graduates do next

Based on about 93 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Working: 79%
  • Working and studying: 9%
  • Further study: 2%
  • Unemployed: 5%

Most common jobs

  • Design occupations: 20%
  • Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 16%
  • Sales occupations: 14%
  • Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
  • Elementary occupations: 6%
  • Find their work meaningful: 71%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 61%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 47%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 225 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North West: 86%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
  • East Midlands: 2%
  • West Midlands: 4%
  • London: 2%
  • South East: 1%

Who gets in

Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 90%
  • Other HE qualification: 10%

Accreditation & quality ratings

TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.

Modules

  • Design Studio 1A
  • Design Technology 1
  • History and Theory 1
  • Interior Architecture Design Studio 1B
  • Practice 1
  • Interior Architecture Design Studio 2A
  • History and Theory 2
  • Interior Architecture Design Studio 2B
  • Design Technology 2
  • Practice 2: Multidisciplinary Project
  • Interior Architecture Design Studio 3
  • Practice 3
  • Ideas and Issues in Interior Architecture
  • Design Technology 3

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc Interior Architecture at University of Salford earn?

The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,000 and £29,000. The £24,500 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Design studies.

What do graduates of BSc Interior Architecture at University of Salford do next?

90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Interior Architecture at University of Salford?

98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BSc Interior Architecture at University of Salford?

The typical offer is 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 131 UCAS points.

How many students continue on BSc Interior Architecture at University of Salford?

95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.