Diploma of Interior Design

Please note that the fees displayed are for 2025 and may change for 2026 commencements

Overview

This dynamic course allows you to utilise the latest industry technology to produce design solutions for your clients in more complex environments. This qualification enables you to develop skills that cover the development of complete decorative schemes for the effective use of residential interior spaces, working with a client brief and within project parameters. You will develop a detailed understanding of the application and effect of colour, historic furnishing styles, sustainability, space planning, construction and structural elements. You will explore conceptual development, creative thinking techniques, aesthetic presentation, spatial analysis and planning. You will learn colour, design theory, construction, spatial design, furnishings, materials, visual communication, computer aided design and 3D digital modelling. You will be equipped with the skills to start your own business at the conclusion of this qualification.

Delivery Methods

• On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus
• Blended – Teaching and assessment will be conducted on-campus and online.

Locations

• McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)

When You Can Start

On-campus/blended: Start 2 February 2026, one day per week (Monday), on campus.

When You Can Enrol

On-campus/blended: February 2026 intake - Apply via the ‘Apply now’ button in the course information page.

If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

Duration

Full-time: 11 months

Schedule

On-campus/blended: One day per week (Mondays), on campus, starting 2 February 2026

Requirements

Entry Requirement: Must have completed MSF40122 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

Computer Requirements: Please see the below for minimum system requirements if you plan on using your own computer. It is critical to have a supported graphics card and sufficient RAM to effectively run the required software. Please note that REVIT and our real-time rendering software is NOT compatible with MAC.

• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GTX 1660/AMD equivalent
• CPU: Windows 7 64 Bit or higher
• Memory: 8GB+ RAM + min 4GB VRAM
• Video Output: Compatible HDMI 1.3 video output
• USB Ports: 3 x USB 3.0 ports, plus 1 x USB 2.0 port
• OS: Windows 10 or newer.

Field Placement

There are no field placements associated with this course, students receive extensive and direct industry engagement during the course. All students have the opportunity to exhibit their work at various points throughout the year. All students participate in a major exhibition in November each year. This is an excellent opportunity to start or extend your portfolio.

Assessment

The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the specific unit outcomes. A range of assessment strategies will be utilised, including practical assessments, theoretical assessments such as written tasks and tests, as well as displaying your technical abilities through project based assessments.

Other Information

Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualifications or experience in a related field, there may be an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for previous study, knowledge, and/or skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to this qualification. Please contact the department for further information about Skills Recognition. If you have completed another related course you may be eligible to receive course credit. To apply for course credit you will be required to provide the following documentation with your enrolment form: certificates, transcripts, and qualifications of previous related study, examples of work completed, or a portfolio of work.

Skills developed

- Research and analysis of the client’s goals and requirements
- Planning, arranging and styling the space, and preparing detailed client presentations
- Research and analysis of the client’s goals and requirements
- Selecting and specifying colour schemes, furniture, fabrics and fixtures, including layouts and detailed specifications
- Preparing design documentation for specialty floor coverings, fabrics and wall finishes
- Working with builders, architects and service contractors to advise on changes to an interior structure
- Producing documentation for shop fitters, cabinet makers, furniture suppliers and materials suppliers
- Preparing documentation for power and communications locations, reflected ceiling plans and lighting designs that reflect an understanding of basic building protocols
- Providing contract documentation for the pricing, procurement and installation of materials and furniture
- Organising the purchasing of materials, accessories, artwork and furnishings
- Contracting and supervising tradespeople required to implement a project

Compulsory Units

CUADES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
CUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
CUADES512 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
MSFID4013 Design residential interior lighting
MSFID4014 Produce digital models and documentation for interior design projects
MSFID4016 Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
MSFID5020 Design residential interiors
MSFID5021 Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
MSFID5022 Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space
MSFID5025 Develop residential interior design project documentation
CUAANM313 Create 3D digital models
CUADIG517 Design digital simulations
MSFGN4001 Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements
MSFID4021 Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces
MSFID5016 Develop decoration proposals for complex sites
MSFID5027 Research and recommend colour applications and finishes
CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge
CUADES411 Generate design solutions
CUADES423 Research and apply techniques in spatial design
CUADIG303 Produce and prepare photo images
CUADIG304 Create visual design components
MSFID4012 Decorate residential interiors
MSFID4015 Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
MSFID4017 Research and recommend furniture and accessories
MSFID4018 Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
MSFID4019 Research interior decoration and design influences
CUAACD313 Produce technical drawings

Licences/Tickets

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. Work will require access to construction sites and you will require construction induction training and certification (white card) covered by the unit MSMWHS200 Work safely in the construction industry.

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification

Fees

Government Funded $11,145.00 (Tuition $11,145.00, Materials $0.00)

Fee For Service $13,374.00 (Tuition $13,374.00, Materials $0.00)

Fees Additional Information

Please note that the fees displayed are for 2025 and may change for 2026 commencements.

Careers

Successful completion of this course may lead you to careers in roles or industry areas such as:

• specialist design consultant
• retail/sales
• interior decorator
• colour consultant
• visual communication
• customer service
• technical drawing and documentation

Pathways

Pathways to further study at university may include options such as interior design, graphic design, visual communication, architecture and industrial design. Contact higher education institutes directly for their relevant credit pathways. Study pathways with Wodonga TAFE

Other Relevant Courses

Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

How to apply

Apply online now via the ‘Apply Now’ button. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

Once you submit an application for this course you will receive a separate email from LLN Robot to complete both a Digital Assessment and a Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral and Numeracy Assessment (LLN Assessment) online.

Please check your junk mail if this does not come to your inbox. All students are asked to complete the Digital and LLN assessments to determine any support requirements and to ensure the course and mode of delivery is suitable for the student.

Please allow one hour to complete the Digital and LLN assessments. You will need a computer with speakers or headphones as there is an audio section in the LLN assessment.

Your LLN and Digital assessments will need to be completed one week after receiving it to progress your application to the next stage, or your application may be withdrawn due to inactivity.

If you are unable to access the LLN assessment or the Digital assessment links please contact our Customer Experience team as soon possible.

Note: Completion of the LLN and Digital assessments does not guarantee a place in the course at Wodonga TAFE. Numbers are limited and selected applicants will be contacted to attend an interview. If an applicant is not accepted into their preferred course they will be contacted and provided information on alternate pathways and/or courses.

Please note: We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.