B.Sc. in Interior Design courses : Fees, List, Admission

Updated on Aug 19, 2022 12:37 IST
Akansha Bisht

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B.Sc in Interior Design is an undergraduate course that students can pursue after completion of their 10+2 program. Note that the B.Sc in Interior Design program is a niche course that is available at only a few institutes; especially the course is not offered at top institutes like NIFTs, NIDs, and SID. This is when compared to more mainstream courses like a B.Des in Interior Design or Diploma course in Interior Design. 

But given how the interior design sector is growing, and also simultaneously evolving, at such a rapid clip, B.Sc in Interior Design is likely to get a lot of traction in the coming years.

In this article, we take a close look at the various course and specialization options that are available in front of the student, the admission process to a B.Sc in Interior Design course, course fee, job prospects, and other key metrics.

Types of B.Sc in Interior Design courses

Given the B.Sc in Interior Design is a pretty niche course, there are not a lot of options for the student. Here we look at what course options are available for you:

  • Full-time regular course - This is the most ideal and readily available option for candidates seeking to pursue a BSc in Interior Design course. The duration of the program is 3 years and the course is taught in proper classrooms.
  • Part-time or online courses - The BSc in Interior Design course is not readily available in online mode or even part-time options are limited. Some of the lesser ranked institutes may offer some of these options; but before taking admission to these institutes, the candidate should do some due diligence. 

B.Sc in Interior Design - Course Highlights

The B.Sc in Interior Design, as mentioned above, is a niche course with the classroom (regular) mode the most obvious option for the candidate.

The course highlights are given in the table below.

Particulars

Description

Name of the course

B.Sc Interior Design

Duration

3 years

However, Hons programs can be 4 hours; e.g. BSc Honours in Interior Design offered by Dr.D.Y.Patil School of Design

Eligibility criteria

The candidate needs to have passed the 10+2 exam from a recognized institute.

Admission process

Admission can be:

  • Merit-based or 
  • Entrance-exam-based; for instance, MRIIRS conducts the Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test (MRNAT).

Fees

INR 1, 61,500 or more.

Course highlights 

  • Classroom training
  • Webinars with industry experts
  • Visits to Industries

What after B.Sc in Interior Design

M.Sc in Interior Design, MBA in Interior Design, Masters in Interior Design

Job profiles

Interior Designer, Visual Merchandiser, Marketing Manager, Technical Assistant, Studio Mentor and Architect, Landscape Designer, Towns Planner

Other course options

The candidate instead of a BSc in Interior Design can pursue:

  • B.Des in Interior Design
  • Diploma courses in Interior Design

Entrance exams: For admission to the B.Des program offered  by the top institutes, the candidate will have to appear in entrance exams like:

Top Entrance Exams for B.Sc in Interior Design Course

The B.Sc program in Interior Design is still a very niche course that is offered by a handful of institutes, like Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS).

Candidates seeking admission to the program at the institute need to appear in the Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test (MRNAT).

The question paper for the entrance exam will cover the syllabus of the qualifying (10+2) exam. Questions will be asked on topics like:

  • Arithmetic & Logical Reasoning, 
  • General Awareness, 
  • General English

In addition, a few program-specific questions will also be asked. The result of the MRNAT exam is typically declared within 48 hours of the test.

Top Institutes to pursue B.Sc in Interior Design

Here are some of the popular institutes that offer the BSc in Interior Design program.

B.Sc in Interior Design - Job profiles and salary

Students who have completed their B.Sc in Interior design can pursue a variety of jobs depending on their skill set, academic performance, and interests. Some of the popular jobs for the program are listed below along with the expected annual salary.

Job Role

Average Base Salary/year

Interior Designer

INR. 307, 427

Landscape Designer

INR. 382,775

Towns Planner

INR. 570,900

Marketing Manager

INR. 680,000

Visual Merchandiser

INR. 600,000

Scope of Interior Design

With the urban population increasing at a rapid clip, an immediate outcome is homes and interiors are becoming more compact. But as there is a growth in the middle and upper-class people with more disposable income, people are also ready to splurge more on making interiors more appealing and modern. 

Consequently, the demand for interior designers is only growing. As per the research done by a leading agency, the interior design market is projected to reach US 38.2 billion dollars by 2027 (up from US 23.2 billion dollars in 2020).

So, there was never a better time to jump into the Interior Design bandwagon than now!

Key sectors offers Interior Design Jobs

Here are some of the leading employers of interior designers in India.

  • Chaukor Studio
  • Sobha Interiors
  • Ace Interiors
  • Design Cafe
  • Magnon India
  • Vinra Interiors
  • De Penache
  • Om Sai Interiors
  • Flipspaces
  • 3DA
  • Woodnest Interiors

BSc in Interior Design - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for the B.Sc in Interior Design course?

A. To pursue a B.Sc in Interior Design program, the candidate needs to have passed 10+2 (qualifying exam).

Q. Is the B.Sc in Design a popular course?

A. Currently, the B.Des is the most popular degree for candidates looking to do a course in Interior Design. In contrast, the B.Sc in Interior Design is more of a niche course offered by some of the lower-ranked institutes.

Q. Can I pursue the B.Sc progarm in the NIFTs or NIDs?

A. None of the NIFTs or for that matter NIDs offer the BSc in Interior Design program. However, you can instead study a B.Des program in these institutes.

Q. Do I need to appear in any entrance exams for admission to the B.Sc in Interior Design program?

A. Admission to the the B.Sc in Interior Design is done both through entrance exams and on the basis of qualifying exam marks. For instance, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) conducts the Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test (MRNAT) for admission.

Q. What are some of the popular institutes where I can study the BSc in Interior Design program?

A. The B.Sc in Interior Design is offered by the following institutes (among others): 
  • Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) 
  • Dr.D.Y.Patil School of Design
  • KR Managalam University
  • Madras Institute of Fashion Technology

Q. What is the course duration for the BSc in Interior Design program?

A.The BSc (Hons) in Interior Design is of 4 years duration; however, a simple BSc program lasts 3 years.

Q. What is the scope of B.Sc in interior design?

A. The interior design industry is projected to reach US 38 billion dollars by 2027 (compared to around US 23.2 billion dollars in 2022). Given how fast the industry is growing, there will be a growing need for skilled manpower. This means, students who duly complete their B.Sc in Interior Design and learn the craft well will be in great demand.

Q. What are the popular job profiles after completion of the BSc in Interior Design?

A. Some of the popular job profiles for BSc in Interior Design graduates include:
  • Interior Designer
  • Landscape Designer
  • Towns Planner
  • Marketing Manager
  • Visual Merchandiser

Q. Do I need to appear in entrance exams like NIFT, NID, UCEED, and SEED for admission to the BSc in Interior Design?

A.. The candidate needn’t appear in any of the above exams for admission to a BSc in Interior Design course, as admission is generally merit-based (qualifying exams). In some cases, the institute may conduct its own exam. That being said, the institute may also accept scores of NIFT, NID, UCEED and SEED for admission.

Q. Can I pursue a MDes program after competition of the BSc in interior design?

A.Yes, the candidate can pursue the M.Des in Interior Design after completion of the BSc in Interior Design.

Q. What are the academic options after completion of the B.Sc in Interior Design?

A.The candidate who has completed his or her BSc in Interior Design can pursue higher degrees like MDes in Interior Design, MSc in Interior Design, or MBA courses.

Popular B.Sc. in Interior Design Specializations

Following are the most popular B.Sc. in Interior Design Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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