BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse

While our architecture graduates focus on external structures, interior architecture graduates will redesign, rehabilitate, and reimagine interiors of new and existing spaces.

In our Interior Architecture and Reuse course, you’ll develop your own visual style while respecting historical elements. The course equips you with the practical and theoretical skills to transform commercial and retail spaces into functional, aesthetically captivating environments.

Located in London, we’re perfectly placed to teach this course amidst the city’s rich history and iconic landmarks. With four UNESCO World Heritage sites and over 20,000 historic sites, inspiration is everywhere.

From landmarks like The Shard, The Gherkin, and Big Ben, to the vibrant cultural scene of libraries, theatres, and galleries, London is a living classroom. Ravensbourne University London sits in the heart of the creative Design District, just steps from the iconic O2.

Our interior architecture degree at Ravensbourne University London is a three-year course, the standard duration for most BA Honours degrees in the UK.

Interior architecture graduates often go on to design the rehabilitation and extension of existing buildings, or the creation of new built environments.  

Students can find themselves working in fields such as architectural and urban consultancy, workplace design, housing research, retail planning and community development. 

• Exploration in new interior/architectural design and the re-making of existing spaces
• Parametric and computer-generated design
• Architectural and interior history, theory and context
• New developments in the reuse of existing buildings design
• New developments in interior architecture/design projects around the world
• Business enterprise for design and regulatory frameworks
• Latest techniques for designing structures and rapid prototyping.

To explore our BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse with Integrated Foundation Year course, click here.

Students will build skills in communication and representation, construction and dual use environment.

Alongside this, they will begin to think about their own design and angles on problems of the built environment.

Modules include:

• Specialist Study 1: Structure
• Specialist Study 2: Introduction to Construction
• Specialist Study 3: Introduction to Environment and Services
• Architectural Theory and History
• Introduction to Professional and Business Practice.

Students will gain greater understanding of urban history and theory, urban design, and design for commercial and retail environments, as well as rehabilitation.

This will allow them to enhance their practice and develop their approach to their design work.

Modules include:

• Urban Intervention
• Market Factors: the New Commercial Paradigm
• Sustainable Design: Rehabilitation and Re-use
• Urbanism: History and Theory of the City.

Students will bring their learning together in a final negotiated major project, where they will investigate and make architectural design decisions.

Alongside this, they will carry out a negotiated project in the form of a live brief.

Students will leave with a portfolio that shows their skills in areas in entry-level architecture.

Modules include:

• Negotiated Brief
• Major Project
• Dissertation
• Preparing for Professional Practice.

At Ravensbourne we accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English in addition to any of the below;

• Three A Levels at grade CCC or above
• BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MMM
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
• T Level (pass or above)
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
• International Baccalaureate at grade 24 or above
• Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 96 UCAS Tariff points

At Ravensbourne we take a flexible approach to admissions, as we want you to know exactly what you need to achieve in your exams to guarantee a place on the course. We still think exams are important and look forward to hearing about your successes, but we place just as much importance on the work you will share with us as part of our interview and/or portfolio process.

Selection criteria

Students should ideally have a background in art, creative media, or design. Applicants are expected to submit a portfolio of work which shows a range of their skills and demonstrates why they would be a good fit for the course.

We may also consider a combination of portfolio and academic qualifications and take into consideration progress made during studies and/or relevant work experience.

Please note: direct entry into year 3 is not available for this course.

UK students

Simply select your chosen start date using the 'Apply now' dropdown at the top of this page, and you will be directed to the appropriate course page on the UCAS website.  The UCAS code for this course is located in the course overview bar at the top of this page.

The UCAS website will guide you through the simple application process. You can also apply through your school or college using the UCAS system.

Learn more: how to apply for an undergraduate degree course

The entry requirements for this course can be found in the relevant section above.

International students

Simply select your chosen start date using the 'Apply now' dropdown at the top of this page, and you will be directed to the appropriate application form.

For information on study routes, visa requirements, studying in England,  language and entry requirements, application requirements and access to international agents, please visit our international section.

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BA(Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse

We’re looking for creative candidates interested in architecture, urban design, interior architecture, and spatial interactions. Our courses work together, helping you discover the path that suits you best.

This is the start of your journey. We want to understand if these courses will help you develop your professional voice. Show us why you want to join our vibrant, creative community.

Your portfolio should showcase your creative interests—through drawings, sketches, design work, photography, video, fashion, sculpture, or other media—demonstrating your diverse creative impulses.

This page offers great tips for completing your portfolio/showreel and preparing for your interview. 

BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse with Integrated Foundation Year

There are no portfolio or interview requirements for this course. 

Interior architecture graduates often work on rehabilitating and extending buildings, or designing new spaces. Career paths include:

• Architectural and urban consultancy
• Workplace design
• Housing research
• Retail planning
• Community development

You can’t learn in a vacuum. At Ravensbourne University London, industry connection is ingrained into everything we do. We will equip you for success in the creative and digital industries, ensuring you are truly industry ready upon graduation. Our tutors are respected academics and practitioners with substantial experience and industry links.

You will be part of a diverse community of creatives, working collaboratively to explore new professional practices. Ravensbourne have strong industry links with a range of high-profile companies, including: Apple, Barclays, the BBC, European Space Agency, Marks & Spencer, Museum of London, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Samsung and many more.

Find out more about our tuition fees and whether you qualify for financial support during your studies. 

Key links:

• Undergraduate fees and funding
• Paying your fees
• Scholarships, bursaries and other discounts

If you have any questions, we'd love to hear from you. 

Get in touch with a member of our admissions team:

T: +44 (0) 20 3040 3998

E: [email protected]

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