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At Ahlia University, the Interior Design program is dedicated to cultivating creative, skilled, and socially responsible designers who shape interior environments that enhance human experience and well-being. Our philosophy is rooted in a holistic, research-driven approach that integrates art, science, and technology to address the evolving needs of individuals, communities, and cultures within the built environment.
We believe that interior design transcends aesthetics, embodying a dynamic interplay between form, function, and context. Our program fosters an integrated design perspective, where physical spaces are harmonized with human activities, cultural narratives, and sustainable practices. Through a blend of theoretical exploration and hands-on application, we empower students to develop innovative solutions that are both practical and visionary.
Key tenets of our philosophy include:
Our program prepares graduates to excel as professional interior designers by providing a robust foundation in design theory, technical proficiency (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D Max, & REVIT), and real-world problem-solving. We aim to produce innovators who not only meet industry demands but also contribute to advancing the quality of life through thoughtful, impactful design.
The aim of the programme is to:
Graduates from the department of Interior Design have the opportunity to work in the interior design, interior architecture and architecture offices. They can either establish their own offices or work in the private and public sectors conducting design, implementation and commercial activities. Besides, they have the opportunity to become instructors in universities after continuing their higher education.
A1. Concepts and Theories
Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of concepts and required theories of features, techniques, and terminologies in Interior Design.
A2. Contemporary Trends, Problems and Research
Use specialized level of skills to apply research methods in the field of interior design to keep the students aware of contemporary issues in the field.
A.3 Professional Responsibility
Get insights into technical aspects in the field of professional interior design practice and responsibilities towards virous stakeholders.
B1. Problem solving
Demonstrate creativity in solving design problems relevant to design brief, user expectations, and site constraints while keeping aesthetic and socio-cultural factors in mind.
B2. Modelling and Designing
Use specialized level of skills to deal with technical details, systems, and finishing materials to meet desired needs within realistic constrains of building and safety codes.
B3. Application of Methods and Tools
Use specialized manual and digital tools necessary for interior design practice.
C1. Analytic Skills
Use range of approaches to analyze specific interior design problems / solutions with a view to practical implementation in interior design.
C2. Synthetic Skills
Demonstrate insight in integration of information and concepts within the common understanding of interior design to generate a cohesive conclusion.
C3. Creative Skills
Demonstrate creative and innovative design solutions for specific types of interior spaces and related products.
D1. Communication skills
Operate at specialized level of skills to communicate ideas and make formal presentation on design related topics using effective written, verbal, and visual mediums.
D2. Teamwork and Leadership
Operate with a significant responsibility as a member of a team on specialized activities in the field of interior design.
D3. Organizational and Developmental skills
Demonstrate ability to engage in scientific life-long learning to improve professional and sustainable organizational skills.
D4. Ethics and social responsibility
Gain insight into ethical dimensions on interior design and the role of the interior designer as a positive agent to improve the quality of livable contexts at the local, regional, and international levels.
The curriculum for the Interior Design programme includes study of space, form, colour, and light in collaboration with the pragmatic investigation of building codes, materials, finishes, construction methods and business practices. An important focus is on the history of interior environments. This four-year, undergraduate programme is for the student interested in becoming a professional interior designer. The professional interior designer is a person qualified by education, experience, and examination.
In year two students develop knowledge and skill bases in interior design that will prepare them for upper level interior design studio courses (IDES 301, 302, 400 and 401) to enable successful entry into the interior design profession.
In year three the students will further their studies to gain greater knowledge and skill bases in interior design that will prepare them for upper level interior design studio courses (INTD 300 and 310) and so help students to progress to the final year.
The senior year culminates with a thesis project which requires students to develop a body of research on a particular issue of interior design , which they then develop as a design project at the end of fall semester.
To be eligible for consideration for admission at the
undergraduate level, an applicant should normally hold a recently issued
recognized secondary school certificate or its equivalent. The requirements for
admission stated by the University are in all cases the minimum demanded for
admission, and their fulfilment by a candidate does not automatically ensure
his /her selection. Prior to enrolling at Ahlia University, citizens of non-GCC
States should secure residence permits in the Kingdom of Bahrain; otherwise,
their admission will be conditional and subject to being rescinded at the
discretion of the University
Applicants must demonstrate a level of English proficiency consistent with the demands of an academic programme taught and assessed almost exclusively in the English language. This can be done in one of the following ways:
The applicants who meet the following programme specific admission requirements will be admitted to the programme:
Academic Score in the Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihia) or its Equivalent
The estimated duration for completion of a Bachelors Degree at Ahlia University is 4 years. This is structured around 134 credit-hours covering 45 courses.
The duration of study for each course is fifteen weeks, covering approximately 45 study hours.
| Application Fee | BD 20 |
| Registration Fee | BD 200 |
| HEC ID Fee | BD 30 |
| 100 Level Courses – 12 courses ( BD 300 Per Course ) | BD 3,600 |
| 200 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 330 Per Course ) | BD 3,630 |
| 300 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 360 Per Course ) | BD 3,960 |
| 400 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 390 Per Course ) | BD 4,290 |
| Total | BD 15,730 |
| Placement Tests Fee (if required) | BD 40 |
| Orientation Courses (if required) | BD 1,200 |
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | BD 20 |
| Registration Fee | BD 200 |
| Placement Tests Fee ( if applicable ) | BD 40 |
| Orientation Courses ( if applicable ) | BD 1,200 |
| 100 Level Courses – 12 courses ( BD 300 Per Course ) | BD 3,600 |
| 200 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 330 Per Course ) | BD 3,630 |
| 300 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 360 Per Course ) | BD 3,960 |
| 400 Level Courses – 11 courses ( BD 390 Per Course ) | BD 4,290 |
| Orphans and people with special needs | 50% |
| High school average of 95% or above | 50% |
| High school average of 90% or above | 25% |
| High school average of 80% or above | 20% |
| Item | Discount |
|---|---|
| Orphans and people with special needs | 50% |
| High school average of 95% or above | 50% |
| High school average of 90% or above | 25% |
| High school average of 80% or above | 20% |
HEC ACCREDITED | MET BQA REQUIREMENTS
