Interior Design
Michelle R. Brown, Division Leader
The Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), the national accrediting agency for interior design education. The curriculum provides opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge, and learning experiences that prepare students for professional careers with interior design and architectural firms, other design-related careers, or graduate education. The program addresses competencies necessary for passing the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) exam, a step required in Texas and many other states for interior design certification or licensure. The program incorporates a strong liberal arts background with supporting courses in the arts, sciences, and humanities. The freshman and sophomore years focus on building a strong knowledge base in design, addressing both residential and commercial design venues. The junior and senior years allow for application of knowledge and skills with a strong emphasis on design research and creative problem solving. Study abroad programs are offered to further enhance the educational experience. Students have 24-hour access to drafting facilities, resource areas, and a computer lab. Membership in the Interior Design Association at Baylor, a student organization representing professional student chapters of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), is available for students, offering an introduction into the professional field of interior design. With easy access to the Dallas Design Center, strong professional involvement and industry support are available for students. Various professional organizations at state and national levels offer career day experiences, resources, and mentoring.
Post-matriculation students wishing to change their major to Interior Design must have a minimum GPA of 2.25 in order to be accepted into the Interior Design program. First semester freshman must wait until Fall grades have posted before they can change their major to Interior Design. Due to course sequencing, a minimum of three years is required to complete major requirements for interior design.
To complete the Interior Design requirements in three years (Fast-Track) a student must complete ART 1310, ART 1314, & ID 2322 CAD prior to the start of the fall semester, which starts the three year sequence.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum required hours | 124 | |
| Residence Requirement | 60 | |
| General Education Requirements | 46 | |
| Chapel - two semesters - one semester should include CHA 1087 1 | ||
| ENG 2310 | American Literary Cultures | 3 |
| HIS 1300 | The United States in Global Perspective | 3 |
| PSC 1387 | The U.S. Constitution, Its Interpretation, and the American Political Experience | 3 |
| REL 1310 | The Christian Scriptures | 3 |
| REL 1350 | The Christian Heritage | 3 |
| Contemporary Social Issues | 3 | |
| Sustainable Design | ||
| Communication and Media Literacy | 3 | |
| Fine Arts and Performing Arts | 3 | |
| Drawing I | ||
| Foreign Languages & Cultures | 3 | |
| Formal Reasoning | 3 | |
| Space Planning 4 | ||
| Research, Writing & Literature | 6 | |
| Research Writing: Writing and Academic Inquiry Seminars | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Scientific Method I | 4 | |
Select one of the following: | ||
| Chemistry and Society | ||
| Introductory Chemistry and General Chemistry Laboratory I | ||
| Basic Principles of Modern Chemistry I and General Chemistry Laboratory I | ||
| Exploring Environmental Issues and An Introduction to Environmental Analysis (Lab) | ||
| Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters | ||
| The Dynamic Earth | ||
| Modern Concepts of Bioscience and Modern Concepts of Bioscience Laboratory | ||
| Introduction to Neuroscience and Introduction to Neuroscience Laboratory | ||
| Light, Vision and Optics | ||
| Everyday Physics | ||
| Sound and Acoustics | ||
| General Physics for Natural and Behavioral Sciences I | ||
| General Physics I | ||
| Scientific Method II | 3 | |
| Consumer Nutrition 4 | ||
| Lifetime Fitness | 3 | |
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Design Courses 4 | ||
| ID 1313 | Interior Design Graphics I | 3 |
| ID 1332 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 |
| ID 2090 | Sophomore Portfolio | 0 |
| ID 2314 | Interior Design Graphics II | 3 |
| ID 2318 | ID Digital Presentation | 3 |
| ID 2320 | Building Materials and Finishes for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 2322 | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design I | 3 |
| ID 2325 | Building Systems for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 2350 | Building Codes for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 2375 | History of Interiors 1 | 3 |
| ID 2395 | History of Interiors II | 3 |
| ID 3298 | Professional & Portfolio Development | 2 |
| ID 3317 | Lighting for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 3322 | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design II | 3 |
| ID 3418 | Interior Design Studio I | 4 |
| ID 3426 | Interior Design Studio II | 4 |
| ID 4123 | Interior Design Capstone Research | 1 |
| ID 4320 | Business Practices and Procedures for Interior Design | 3 |
| ID 4398 | Interior Design Internship 2, 3 | 3 |
| ID 4418 | Interior Design Studio III | 4 |
| ID 4433 | Interior Design Studio IV (Capstone) | 4 |
| Required Courses in Other Fields | ||
| ART 1314 | 2D Design | 3 |
| ARTH 2302 | Survey of Western Art I | 3 |
| or ARTH 2303 | Survey of Western Art II | |
| PRD 2101 | Professional Development | 1 |
| HSD Core | ||
| HSD 1104 | New Student Seminar in Human Sciences and Design 4 | 1 |
| Electives | ||
| Semester hours to reach 124 minimum hours, if needed | ||
| Total Hours | 69 | |
- 1
First-year Interior Design students are required to take CHA 1087 Calling & Career Chapels Calling & Career Chapels - Faith and the Arts.
- 2
The required, for-credit course, ID 4398 Interior Design Internship (listed above), provides credit for the internship experience.
- 3
An approved, 240-hour, on-site internship is required following the completion of the junior year.
- 4
A grade of “C” or better in Human Sciences and Design Courses (ADM, CFS, HSD, ID, or NUTR).
First Year Review
Successful completion of the First-Year review is required for advancement to the Sophomore level studios. At the end of the first year review the following is required: A minimum GPA of 2.85 or higher in the ID and Art courses required in the freshman level studio sequencing.
Second Year Review
This review is a selective process by which the design faculty identifies students who are prepared in skills and knowledge to proceed to the junior level studio courses. Requirements for Second Year Review:
- Overall GPA of 2.5 at the end of the fall term prior to the Second Year Review to make application.
- A minimum GPA of 2.85 or higher in the ID and Art classes required through the sophomore level sequencing at the end of the Spring semester.