Bachelor of Design in Environmental Design
Toronto, Canada
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: You’ll learn research, analysis, design and presentation to turn ideas into plans and studio spaces in OCAD University’s Bachelor of Design in Environmental Design, Interior Design Specialization. The program is CIDA-accredited and the degree meets educational requirements to sit for the NCIDQ Exam. It prepares students for entry-level interior design practice and advanced study.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into interior design, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, exhibition design or design research. OCAD U supports placements, internships, exhibitions, co-ops and freelance work to build portfolios and networks. Career opportunities include interior designer, exhibition designer, urban planning assistant or design researcher.
In this program, you will learn research, analysis, design and presentation, turning your ideas into real plans and designs. The Environmental Design: Interior Design Specialization program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA)
CIDA Accreditation
The Interior Design Specialization in the Environmental Design Program, leading to the Bachelor of Design Undergraduate Degree, is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional Interior Design organizations. The Bachelor of Design Degree granted by OCAD University meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility, visit this link.
What You’ll Do in the Program
First Year
In the first year, you’ll take intro classes in topics such as:
- Colour and 2D Design
- Environmental Design intro
- Materials and Methods
- Concept Drawing
- Digital Design
Second Year
In the second year, you will study topics in more depth, such as:
- Personal Space
- Colour, Light, and Environment
- Structure
- Presentation Drawing
- History of Modern Design
- History of Modern Architecture
- Social Space and Diversity
Third Year
The third year will feature classes in your interest and more advanced courses, such as:
- Residential and Inclusivity
- Introduction to Lighting
- Accessible Design
- Residential Systems and Materials
- Retail and Hospitality
- Research
- Commercial Systems and Materials
Fourth Year
In the fourth year, you will focus on a major year-long thesis project. You’ll also choose courses that interest you such as:
- Professional Practice
- Office Interior Design
- Architectural Design Studio
- Urban Life: Art, Design, City
- Contemporary Studies in Architecture and Design
You’ll showcase your work at GradEx _ OCAD U’s GradEx, the biggest free art and design exhibition in Toronto with more than 40,000 visitors.
Jobs You Can Get
Graduates of the program go on to:
- Study architecture, urban planning or environmental sciences in graduate school
- Landscape architecture
- Interior design
- Urban design and planning
Co-ops/Internships
OCAD U offers so much more than co-ops because creative careers take many forms. Our approach is specialized and individual to every student’s needs and goals. You will be able to take advantage of:
- Short experiential learning placements from among hundreds of organizations
- Creative in-class projects with real-world industry partners
- Exclusive summer internships
- Gallery exhibitions of your work
- Freelance creative opportunities
- Jobs after graduation
OCAD University’s dedicated support services will help you build a professional community, valuable experience, and skills necessary for a meaningful career.