US811 · Level 8 · 4 years · Portfolio course

Interior Design (Portfolio)

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

919

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Limerick on designing interior spaces. Teaching centres on studio projects that mirror professional practice.

How long
4 years
What you study
You start with design fundamentals, drawing, draughting, furniture design, materials and interior history. Later years cover CAD, detailing, surveying, building regulations and domestic and commercial interior design. Study trips take you to design cities and weeks in Europe.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you can do a professional placement or go on Erasmus+ in Europe.
Where it can lead
Careers include architectural and interior design studios, in-house commercial teams and freelance work.
Who it suits
Suits students who are creative and practical, and enjoy designing rooms and buildings.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

2023202481920258462026919

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026919Published after the final round
2025 8468461014
2024 819819972
2023 Not offered under this code

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Art: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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