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Higher Certificate in Design (Interior Design) at Academic Institute of Excellence (Pty) Ltd

Academic Institute of Excellence (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

Programme overview

Higher Certificate in Design – Interior Design, NQF 5 The Higher Certificate in Design with a focus on Interior Design provides a foundation in the broad principles and practices of design. The programme introduces learners to creative and visual thinking, design thinking and the design process, visual communication methods, professional practice, and the analysis and critique of design solutions.

Faculty: School of Art & Design  |  Duration: 12 months / Min 12 Months, Max 24 Months  |  Study mode: blended  |  Intake: February 2027 (start date 15 Feb 2027)  |  Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Critical Studies for Design (HC), Principles and Theory of Design for Interior Design (HC), Communication for Interior Design (HC), Technology and Professional Practice for Interior Design (HC).

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Application information

Entry requirements

NQF4 (Competency in the English language) Grade 11 with Foundation Programme (Design & Arts)

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open; applicants apply with their latest Grade 12 term results or final Grade 11 results and a copy of their South African ID.

Apply through the official page: https://applications.myaie.ac/

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