Interior Design practice involves the reuse of existing buildings and places to reinvent them to support a new range of activities. Central to this is making sure they are fit for purpose in terms of human occupation, inclusivity and accessibility, as well as reducing the environmental impact of buildings.

Having a responsive attitude to the diverse social issues people face is key to our discipline. By this approach, we make sure the interiors we create positively impact the lives of those who use and inhabit them.

The studio

Our programme here at Edinburgh will introduce you to the study of Interior Design in our dedicated studio space. Experienced permanent staff are joined by visiting industry experts who will support and challenge you to experiment and takes risks as you explore the design process.

You will be encouraged to bring your own themes and agendas to the table, and to share and learn from our combined diversity.

Interior design is a well-established profession within the creative industries which offers an exciting range of career opportunities across the globe.  

Our graduates possess many transferable skills that allow them to diversify career paths across a wide range of associated fields, including:  

• Interior design practice 
• Multi-disciplinary design agencies
• Architecture
• Lighting design
• Exhibition & interpretation
• Brand & experiential
• Other related roles such as furniture, specification, product & materials (sales & manufacture) 

In recent years, other career destinations include: 

• Film and TV (production & set design)
• Computer game design
• Theatre set design 

Many of our graduates also opt to continue into postgraduate design education and teaching. 

We have a proven track record of employability, with former students taking on influential roles in design studios around the world. Recent graduates have, for example, gained employment at:

• Heatherwick Studio
• 74
• Form Design Consultants
• Prada
• Kengo Kuma
• ICA
• Soho House

Careers Service

Our Careers Service can help you to fully develop your potential and achieve your future goals.

The Careers Service supports you not only while you are studying at the University, but also for up to two years after you finish your studies.

With the Careers Service, you can:

• access digital resources to help you understand your skills and strengths
• try different types of experiences and reflect on how and what you develop
• get help finding work, including part-time jobs, vacation work, internships and graduate jobs
• attend careers events and practice interviews
• get information and advice to help you make informed decisions

Visit the Careers Service website

Further study

After you complete your programme, you may want to go onto further study at Edinburgh or a different university. You could progress to:

• a masters degree
• a postgraduate diploma or certificate
• a PhD
• a second undergraduate degree

Find out about options for further study 

Postgraduate degrees you might be interested in could include:

• Interior, Architectural and Spatial Design MA
• Urban Strategies and Design MSc
• Advanced Sustainable Design MSc
• Cultural Studies PhD

If you'd like to study on an undergraduate programme at Edinburgh College of Art, you must apply through UCAS. You can find out how to do this on the University of Edinburgh website, where you'll also be able to: 

• See the structure of the programme and what you will study each year
• See detailed entrance requirements for each programme on the Degree Finder
• Get information on what to expect after you apply
• Find out about fees
• Find out where to go for further advice and guidance.

You need to submit a digital portfolio to show your artistic skill and potential. 

The portfolio guidance for 2026 entry will be released in August 2025.