Interior Design
Industry-recognised flexible self-study course with cutting-edge online learning materials, CAD Software and dedicated tutor support. It is perfect for anybody who wants to gain a professional qualification and have the flexibility to fit their studies around work, family or other commitments. You can start at any time of the year, work at your own pace and study from anywhere in the world!
Our online Certificate Interior Design course is accessible on all your devices 24/7 via KLC's bespoke virtual learning environment (VLE). Through this online web portal, students have constant access to dynamic course materials developed by industry experts. Broken down into four sections, the course layout is clear and easy to use with practical step by step instructions.
Students have a wealth of resources including video demonstrations, narrated presentations with subtitles and self-assessed quizzes to check their progress as they learn.
Our extensive links with designers, suppliers, manufacturers, specialists and professionals within the interior design and garden design industries allow us to offer our students unmatched opportunities to work on live design projects, work shadowing and employment opportunities.
As part of our commitment to offering industry-ready qualifications, our students are offered guidance on CV preparation, portfolio presentation, professional practice and upon graduation; our careers service also helps graduates find internships, job placements and freelance appointments utilising our jobs board.
Ally Wates originally trained as a theatre designer, moving into decorating and then attending KLC as a Diploma student. Ally is our Certificate Course Leader at KLC School of Design.
Daniela La Cava, BA(Hons) PGCertHE FHEA is our course tutor who is an experienced Interior Designer, holding a First Class BA Honours in Interior Design.
Ina Parker, BA hons, PgCert is our Interior Design Tutor.
Jason Healey,BSc, MA is our Course Manager - Open Learning
Nicola Burt is our interior design tutor in the Open Learning department at KLC School of Design.
Our KLC School of Design offers industry-leading interior design degrees and garden design courses with unrivalled teaching, flexible learning and ongoing career support
Course fees are the same for UK and international students
Additional costs
The course fee for the online Certificate course includes all the study materials, project and assignment work, and all distance learning tuition, including the telephone helpline, email advice and assessment of coursework and student membership of the BIID.
However, students should make an allowance for the following:
To enrol onto the course, simply call our Registrars who will take your details and discuss payment. The number is 020 7376 3377, select Option 3. Alternatively, you can email them on [email protected].
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