Winthrop University: Majors and More - Bachelor of Design in Interior Design

Majors and More

 

Bachelor of Design in Interior Design

Due to the prescriptive nature of the IDES curriculum, the Interior Design faculty have identified the first semester senior year as the most appropriate time for students to take part in a study abroad experience (in addition to multiple summer study options). Through a combination of studio, language and humanities courses at the abroad institution and Winthrop distance learning, students are able to study abroad without delaying graduation. Please contact the department directly for further information.

General Education

 

Semester Hours

ACAD 101 Principles of the Learning Academy
1
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
   
Writing and Critical Thinking    
WRIT 101 Composition
3
HMXP 102      Human Experience
3
CRTW 201 Critical Reading, Thinking & Writing
3
Oral Communication Met in major with WRIT 465
0
Technology Met in major with DESF 161
0
Intensive Writing Met in major with WRIT 465
0
Constitution Requirement See approved list; may be met with another requirement
0-3
Physical Activity See approved list
1
Thinking Critically Across Disciplines    
Global Perspectives Met in major with ARTH 176
0
Historical Perspectives Met in major with INDS 272
0
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
 
Social Science See approved list; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts See approved list; must include 2 designators; 3 hours met in major with DESF 222
3
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses) 9-12
    Quantitative Skills See approved list (3-8)
Natural Science See approved list; must include one lab science.  If 2 courses taken, must be in twodifferent groups: 
Life, Physical, Earth
(3-8)
Subtotal   29-35
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each courses required)*

80

ARTH 176 Introduction to Art History II
3
DESF 113 Spatial Analysis and 3D Thinking
3
DESF120 Design Drawing
3
DESF 150 Design Studio Skills
3
DESF 154 Design and Color
3
DESF 161 Intro  to Computer Imaging
3
DESF 189 Design Studio Experience
0
DESF 222 Visual Thinking & Symbolic Communication
3
DESF 300 Specialization Portfolio Review
0
INDS 101 Interior Design Fundamentals
1
INDS 172 Interior Design & Architecture History I
3
INDS 213 Spatial Analysis and Theory I
3
INDS 223 Presentation Techniques I 3
INDS 225 CAD for Interior Design 3
INDS 238 Textiles and Materials 3
INDS 272 Int Des & Architecture History II 3
INDS 326 Intro to Building Systems 3
INDS 329 Int Des Contract Documents 3
INDS 331 Lighting Design 3
INDS 336 Codes and Standards 3
INDS 353 Interior Design Studio I 3
INDS 357 Interior Design Studio II 4
INDS 425 Adv Comp Apps for Interior Design 3
INDS 429 Professional Practices for Interior Design
3
INDS 453 Interior Design Studio III
4
INDS 457 Interior Design Studio IV
4
INDS 485 Portfolio Preparation
1
INDS 487 Senior Thesis Preparation
3
INDS 488 Senior Thesis
4
WRIT 465 Preparation of Oral & Written Reports
3
 
Electives Courses above 300 

5-11

Total  

120

*DESF and INDS courses may not be taken on the S/U basis.

Courses required for Specialization Portfolio Review (DESF 300) require a minimum final course grade of "C+." All INDS courses required for the degree require a minimum final course grade of "C" or better. INDS majors are also required to complete at least one professional experience between sophomore year and graduation.


For additional degree requirements, please visit the Degree Requirements page. 

Last Updated: 1/9/23