Course General Description

This studio-based programme consists of modules that are primarily assessed through design projects, coursework and assignments. Programme content is concerned with the study of interiors through analysis, research and intervention. Through understanding the needs of the client, respecting the existing situation, and researching the specialised area, it allows the student to respond with relevant, innovative and creative solutions. The programme uses the design project as the central vehicle for learning and aims to stimulate and provoke imaginative responses to the reuse of interior spaces. Projects address domestic, commercial, hospitality, community, social and user-specific interior briefs. The first year starts with core foundation skills facilitating exploration and allowing students to develop a body of knowledge on approaches to interior spaces. As the course progresses, students engage in live projects with community and charity organisations where they work with a real-life client situation. Collaborative and group work is used extensively alongside individual studio practice. Field trips, locally, nationally and engagement and understanding of best practice and current trends in interior design.

School General Description

LIT is one of Ireland’s most dynamic and vibrant educational institutions. As you look around LIT, you will see an astonishing diversity of programmes and people exploring new ideas, pursuing new knowledge, creating new art, and filling our workshops, studios and labs with the vibrancy that comes from being an institution that is committed to discovery and creativity and in choosing LIT, you will experience a truly rich and diverse educational experience. We are extremely proud to be the only Institute of Technology to have been twice named Sunday Times ‘University Guide’ Institute of the Year, in 2009 and 2013.