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Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours)

Program Details
Online- Program Code: T320
- Credential: Bachelor's Degree
- Duration: 1 year - 3 semesters
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: May
- Domestic Tuition: $11,255.00 *
- International Tuition: $32,960.00 **
- Fall 2026 Delivery: Semester 2: Online
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Winter 2027 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2027 | Open | Opens Jun 1, 2026 |
- PGWP Eligible: Yes
- CIP Code: N/A
Program Description
Program Overview
Take your interior design education to the next level and develop transferable skills for exciting career paths in design, construction, and other industries with the one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program.
This fully online program was developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design.
Full Description
Explore design thinking, sustainability, socially responsible practices, building systems and construction in a fully online one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program. Students develop research skills and gain practical experience with a large capstone project.
This degree completion program – developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design – teaches students how to create, edit and manage construction documents, enabling them to pursue careers in the construction and facilities management industries. Students also learn to analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts and human-centred theories to examine clients’ needs and goals.
The program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, advanced study and application for membership in professional interior design organizations.
George Brown Polytechnic is pursuing recognition from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) with the goal of achieving it by 2027. This distinction signals excellence and assures employers and professional associations our graduates meet the highest industry standards.
Your Field Education Options
Students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through work-integrated learning opportunities, where possible, embedded in studio projects. Students also develop practical skills by participating in a capstone project in the program’s final two semesters.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN3100 | Conceptual Thinking |
| DSGN3101 | Sustainable, Universal and Healthy Communities |
| DSGN3102 | History of World Design |
| LSSC1223 | Introduction to Critical Thinking |
| LSSC1224 | Introduction to Research: Methods and Process |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4000 | Adv. Interior Design Studio 1 |
| DSGN4001 | Advanced Working Drawings 1 |
| DSGN4002 | Advanced Lighting |
| DSGN4003 | Advanced Building Code and Regulations |
| LIBL | Lower Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4100 | Advanced Interior Design Studio 2 |
| DSGN4101 | Advanced Working Drawings 2 |
| DSGN4102 | Advanced Building Structures and Systems |
| DSGN4103 | Introduction to Bim Management |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Comply with building, sustainability and accessibility laws, codes, standards and practices that impact fire and life safety, and protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Evaluate sustainability and performance criteria in the specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, materials and technologies for interior spaces and assemblies.
- Enhance the health, safety, welfare, and performance of building occupants by specifying appropriate lighting and acoustics, and considering issues of thermal comfort, indoor air quality, and water and waste systems.
- Produce accurate construction drawings, specifications and documents using industry standards and systems to fully convey the construction methodologies and design proposal for interior spaces.
- Analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts.
- Incorporate open-minded and global perspectives in the search for creative design solutions.
- Use a variety of research methodologies to address complex design problems to develop solutions that respond to client needs.
- Analyze client needs and goals, using human-centred theories to inform psychological and physiological influences and their effects on the physical environment.
- Generate creative solutions by applying the design process and design thinking methodologies.
- Employ the theories, psychologies and methodologies of light and colour in relation to their psychological impact and human well-being.
- Effectively communicate the design proposal and conceptual intent in 2D and 3D using a variety of media and rendering techniques.
- Engage and collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams employing professional communication practices in interaction and negotiation with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
*Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2025. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2026 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
** Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2026. Tuition fees are subject to board approval. Material, student service and ancillary fees are estimated based on prior years. All fees are subject to change without notice. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid web pages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Ontario College Advanced (three-year) Diploma in Interior Design with a program GPA of 2.7 or higher.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts where English proficiency results are not supplied must test at the college level in the George Brown Polytechnic English assessment to be considered.
Please visit the English Proficiency page for more details.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 6472
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m., room D305
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Program Description
Program Overview
Take your interior design education to the next level and develop transferable skills for exciting career paths in design, construction, and other industries with the one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program.
This fully online program was developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design.
Full Description
Explore design thinking, sustainability, socially responsible practices, building systems and construction in a fully online one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program. Students develop research skills and gain practical experience with a large capstone project.
This degree completion program – developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design – teaches students how to create, edit and manage construction documents, enabling them to pursue careers in the construction and facilities management industries. Students also learn to analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts and human-centred theories to examine clients’ needs and goals.
The program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, advanced study and application for membership in professional interior design organizations.
George Brown Polytechnic is pursuing recognition from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) with the goal of achieving it by 2027. This distinction signals excellence and assures employers and professional associations our graduates meet the highest industry standards.
Your Field Education Options
Students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through work-integrated learning opportunities, where possible, embedded in studio projects. Students also develop practical skills by participating in a capstone project in the program’s final two semesters.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN3100 | Conceptual Thinking |
| DSGN3101 | Sustainable, Universal and Healthy Communities |
| DSGN3102 | History of World Design |
| LSSC1223 | Introduction to Critical Thinking |
| LSSC1224 | Introduction to Research: Methods and Process |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4000 | Adv. Interior Design Studio 1 |
| DSGN4001 | Advanced Working Drawings 1 |
| DSGN4002 | Advanced Lighting |
| DSGN4003 | Advanced Building Code and Regulations |
| LIBL | Lower Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4100 | Advanced Interior Design Studio 2 |
| DSGN4101 | Advanced Working Drawings 2 |
| DSGN4102 | Advanced Building Structures and Systems |
| DSGN4103 | Introduction to Bim Management |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
*Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2025. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2026 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
** Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2026. Tuition fees are subject to board approval. Material, student service and ancillary fees are estimated based on prior years. All fees are subject to change without notice. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid web pages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Ontario College Advanced (three-year) Diploma in Interior Design with a program GPA of 2.7 or higher.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts where English proficiency results are not supplied must test at the college level in the George Brown Polytechnic English assessment to be considered.
Please visit the English Proficiency page for more details.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Comply with building, sustainability and accessibility laws, codes, standards and practices that impact fire and life safety, and protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Evaluate sustainability and performance criteria in the specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, materials and technologies for interior spaces and assemblies.
- Enhance the health, safety, welfare, and performance of building occupants by specifying appropriate lighting and acoustics, and considering issues of thermal comfort, indoor air quality, and water and waste systems.
- Produce accurate construction drawings, specifications and documents using industry standards and systems to fully convey the construction methodologies and design proposal for interior spaces.
- Analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts.
- Incorporate open-minded and global perspectives in the search for creative design solutions.
- Use a variety of research methodologies to address complex design problems to develop solutions that respond to client needs.
- Analyze client needs and goals, using human-centred theories to inform psychological and physiological influences and their effects on the physical environment.
- Generate creative solutions by applying the design process and design thinking methodologies.
- Employ the theories, psychologies and methodologies of light and colour in relation to their psychological impact and human well-being.
- Effectively communicate the design proposal and conceptual intent in 2D and 3D using a variety of media and rendering techniques.
- Engage and collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams employing professional communication practices in interaction and negotiation with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 6472
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m., room D305
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours)

Program Details
Online- Program Code: T320
- Credential: Honours Bachelor's Degree
- Duration: 1 year - 3 semesters
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: May
- Domestic Tuition: $11,220.00 *
- International Tuition: $32,000.00 **
- Spring 2026 Delivery: Semester 1: Online
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Winter 2026 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2026 | Open | Open |
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Program Overview
Our new 10-storey, mass-timber building, Limberlost Place, is set to welcome students from the School of Architectural Studies this fall. Learn more about the state-of-the-art building and its innovative spaces and facilities for students.
Take your interior design education to the next level and develop transferable skills for exciting career paths in design, construction, and other industries with the one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program.
This fully online program was developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design.
Full Description
Explore design thinking, sustainability, socially responsible practices, building systems and construction in a fully online one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program. Students develop research skills and gain practical experience with a large capstone project.
This degree completion program – developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design – teaches students how to create, edit and manage construction documents, enabling them to pursue careers in the construction and facilities management industries. Students also learn to analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts and human-centred theories to examine clients’ needs and goals.
The program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, advanced study and application for membership in professional interior design organizations.
George Brown Polytechnic is pursuing recognition from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) with the goal of achieving it by 2027. This distinction signals excellence and assures employers and professional associations our graduates meet the highest industry standards.
Your Field Education Options
Students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through work-integrated learning opportunities, where possible, embedded in studio projects. Students also develop practical skills by participating in a capstone project in the program’s final two semesters.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN3100 | Conceptual Thinking |
| DSGN3101 | Sustainable, Universal and Healthy Communities |
| DSGN3102 | History of World Design |
| LSSC1223 | Introduction to Critical Thinking |
| LSSC1224 | Introduction to Research: Methods and Process |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4000 | Adv. Interior Design Studio 1 |
| DSGN4001 | Advanced Working Drawings 1 |
| DSGN4002 | Advanced Lighting |
| DSGN4003 | Advanced Building Code and Regulations |
| LIBL | Lower Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4100 | Advanced Interior Design Studio 2 |
| DSGN4101 | Advanced Working Drawings 2 |
| DSGN4102 | Advanced Building Structures and Systems |
| DSGN4103 | Introduction to Bim Management |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Comply with building, sustainability and accessibility laws, codes, standards and practices that impact fire and life safety, and protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Evaluate sustainability and performance criteria in the specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, materials and technologies for interior spaces and assemblies.
- Enhance the health, safety, welfare, and performance of building occupants by specifying appropriate lighting and acoustics, and considering issues of thermal comfort, indoor air quality, and water and waste systems.
- Produce accurate construction drawings, specifications and documents using industry standards and systems to fully convey the construction methodologies and design proposal for interior spaces.
- Analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts.
- Incorporate open-minded and global perspectives in the search for creative design solutions.
- Use a variety of research methodologies to address complex design problems to develop solutions that respond to client needs.
- Analyze client needs and goals, using human-centred theories to inform psychological and physiological influences and their effects on the physical environment.
- Generate creative solutions by applying the design process and design thinking methodologies.
- Employ the theories, psychologies and methodologies of light and colour in relation to their psychological impact and human well-being.
- Effectively communicate the design proposal and conceptual intent in 2D and 3D using a variety of media and rendering techniques.
- Engage and collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams employing professional communication practices in interaction and negotiation with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
*Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2024. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2025 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
** Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2025. Tuition fees are subject to board approval. Material, student service and ancillary fees are estimated based on prior years. All fees are subject to change without notice. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid web pages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Ontario College Advanced (three-year) Diploma in Interior Design with a program GPA of 2.7 or higher.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts where English proficiency results are not supplied must test at the college level in the George Brown Polytechnic English assessment to be considered.
Please visit the English Proficiency page for more details.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 6472
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m., room D305
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Program Description
Program Overview
Our new 10-storey, mass-timber building, Limberlost Place, is set to welcome students from the School of Architectural Studies this fall. Learn more about the state-of-the-art building and its innovative spaces and facilities for students.
Take your interior design education to the next level and develop transferable skills for exciting career paths in design, construction, and other industries with the one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program.
This fully online program was developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design.
Full Description
Explore design thinking, sustainability, socially responsible practices, building systems and construction in a fully online one-year Honours Bachelor of Interior Design (Degree Completion) (T320) program. Students develop research skills and gain practical experience with a large capstone project.
This degree completion program – developed for graduates of advanced diploma programs in interior design – teaches students how to create, edit and manage construction documents, enabling them to pursue careers in the construction and facilities management industries. Students also learn to analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts and human-centred theories to examine clients’ needs and goals.
The program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, advanced study and application for membership in professional interior design organizations.
George Brown Polytechnic is pursuing recognition from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) with the goal of achieving it by 2027. This distinction signals excellence and assures employers and professional associations our graduates meet the highest industry standards.
Your Field Education Options
Students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through work-integrated learning opportunities, where possible, embedded in studio projects. Students also develop practical skills by participating in a capstone project in the program’s final two semesters.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN3100 | Conceptual Thinking |
| DSGN3101 | Sustainable, Universal and Healthy Communities |
| DSGN3102 | History of World Design |
| LSSC1223 | Introduction to Critical Thinking |
| LSSC1224 | Introduction to Research: Methods and Process |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4000 | Adv. Interior Design Studio 1 |
| DSGN4001 | Advanced Working Drawings 1 |
| DSGN4002 | Advanced Lighting |
| DSGN4003 | Advanced Building Code and Regulations |
| LIBL | Lower Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| DSGN4100 | Advanced Interior Design Studio 2 |
| DSGN4101 | Advanced Working Drawings 2 |
| DSGN4102 | Advanced Building Structures and Systems |
| DSGN4103 | Introduction to Bim Management |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
| LIBU | Upper Liberal Elective |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
*Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2024. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2025 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
** Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2025. Tuition fees are subject to board approval. Material, student service and ancillary fees are estimated based on prior years. All fees are subject to change without notice. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid web pages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Ontario College Advanced (three-year) Diploma in Interior Design with a program GPA of 2.7 or higher.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts where English proficiency results are not supplied must test at the college level in the George Brown Polytechnic English assessment to be considered.
Please visit the English Proficiency page for more details.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Comply with building, sustainability and accessibility laws, codes, standards and practices that impact fire and life safety, and protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Evaluate sustainability and performance criteria in the specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, materials and technologies for interior spaces and assemblies.
- Enhance the health, safety, welfare, and performance of building occupants by specifying appropriate lighting and acoustics, and considering issues of thermal comfort, indoor air quality, and water and waste systems.
- Produce accurate construction drawings, specifications and documents using industry standards and systems to fully convey the construction methodologies and design proposal for interior spaces.
- Analyze interiors, architecture, decorative arts and art within global, historical, economic, ecological and cultural contexts.
- Incorporate open-minded and global perspectives in the search for creative design solutions.
- Use a variety of research methodologies to address complex design problems to develop solutions that respond to client needs.
- Analyze client needs and goals, using human-centred theories to inform psychological and physiological influences and their effects on the physical environment.
- Generate creative solutions by applying the design process and design thinking methodologies.
- Employ the theories, psychologies and methodologies of light and colour in relation to their psychological impact and human well-being.
- Effectively communicate the design proposal and conceptual intent in 2D and 3D using a variety of media and rendering techniques.
- Engage and collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams employing professional communication practices in interaction and negotiation with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 6472
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m., room D305
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
