Our Career Courses
Be open to a creative
future in interiors
Our accredited career courses are highly practical, industry focused and internationally recognised by the interiors industry. Learn from practising designers, study cutting edge content and graduate with a professional portfolio of work.
You don’t need any previous experience for our courses just a passion for interiors and the desire to succeed. We have two main intakes per year so you can enrol to join us in January or July.
Our Career Courses
Be open to a
creative future
in interiors
Our accredited career courses are highly practical, industry focused and internationally recognised by the interiors industry. Learn from practising designers, study cutting edge content and graduate with a professional portfolio of work.
You don’t need any previous experience for our courses just a passion for interiors and the desire to succeed. We have two main intakes per year so you can enrol to join us in January or July.
Our accredited
career courses
Certificate IV in Interior Decoration MSF40118
6-12 months on campus or 6 months live online
Or 1-2 years online
Certificate IV in Design CUA40720
Exclusively online with our partner Interior Design Online
1 – 2 years online focusing on Styling and Creative Direction
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design MSF60118
18 or 24 month course on campus
Not available online
Our accredited career courses
Certificate IV in Interior Decoration MSF40118
6-12 months on campus or 6 months live online
Or 1-2 years online
Certificate IV in Design CUA40720
Exclusively online with our partner Interior Design Online
1 – 2 years online focusing on Styling and Creative Direction
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design MSF60118
18 or 24 month course on campus
Not available online

What makes our School different?
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We’re not a university, we’re a proudly vocational school. This means we can deliver an affordable, fast paced education that focuses on the real world skills you’ll need to work in interiors. Our courses are developed in consultation with the industry and delivered by experienced professionals. Our Careers Coach is on hand from day one to provide personal mentoring, internships and job opportunities.
Industry Partnerships Careers Service
What makes our School different?
–
We’re not a university, we’re a proudly vocational school. This means we can deliver an affordable, fast paced education that focuses on the real world skills you’ll need to work in interiors. Our courses are developed in consultation with the industry and delivered by experienced professionals. Our Careers Coach is on hand from day one to provide personal mentoring, internships and job opportunities.
Industry Partnerships Careers ServiceFind our studios in the
heart of St Leonards
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Located just 15 minutes by train from the CBD, Sydney Design School is nestled in St Leonards, a suburb renowned for it’s design, lighting and furniture stores. Our School simulates a real design practice with nine studios, two computer labs, a custom designed breakout space and outdoor balcony area.


Find our studios in the
heart of St Leonards
–
Located just 15 minutes by train from the CBD, Sydney Design School is nestled in St Leonards, a suburb renowned for it’s design, lighting and furniture stores. Our School simulates a real design practice with nine studios, two computer labs, a custom designed breakout space and outdoor balcony area.
Find our location

Our unique philosophy
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We believe a high quality education starts with the fundamentals. We begin with the core principles of design and gradually build your skills and confidence. We’re passionate about small classes and hands-on learning delivered by experienced Interior Designers, Architects and Artists. Our Certificate IV course lays the foundations of residential interior decoration and can be credited into our Diploma and Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Student Work Success Stories
Pathways to a degree
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If you have your heart set on an interior architecture degree we now offer a pathway to university. Sydney Design School and UNSW Sydney have partnered to offer graduates of the Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Interior Design the opportunity to apply for direct entry into the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Hons) saving them 12 months and 18 months of study respectively.

Our teaching philosophy
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We believe a high quality education starts with the fundamentals. We begin with the core principles of design and gradually build your skills and confidence. We’re passionate about small classes and hands-on learning delivered by experienced Interior Designers, Architects and Artists. Our Certificate IV course lays the foundations of residential interior decoration and can be credited into our Diploma and Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Student Work Success StoriesPathways to a degree
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If you have your heart set on an interior architecture degree we now offer a pathway to university. Sydney Design School and UNSW Sydney have partnered to offer graduates of the Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Interior Design the opportunity to apply for direct entry into the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Hons) saving them 12 months and 18 months of study respectively.
What will I receive?
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When you study with Sydney Design School you’ll receive a nationally accredited and internationally recognised qualification. Our career courses are developed by industry professionals and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority, the Government’s national regulator for vocational education. Our Diploma courses are recognised by the Design Institute of Australia.
What will I receive?
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When you study with Sydney Design School you’ll receive a nationally accredited and internationally recognised qualification. Our career courses are developed by industry professionals and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) – the Government’s national regulator for vocational education. Our Diploma courses are also recognised by the Design Institute of Australia.
Check out our new career guides
Our Essential Guide for School Leavers
Not sure if interior design is a good fit for you? We’ve created this guide to help you learn more about this future career option.
Read more
Our Essential Guide for Career Changers
If you’re ready for a creative change but unsure if interiors is the right move, this guide is designed to help you learn more.
Read more
Check out our
new career guides
Our Essential Guide for School Leavers
Not sure if interior design is a good fit for you? We’ve created this guide to help you learn more about this future career option.
Read more
Our Essential Guide for Career Changers
If you’re ready for a creative change but unsure if interiors is the right move, this guide is designed to help you learn more.
Read more
How do I apply?
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When applications open in Sept 2022, you can apply online and pay for our Certificate IV course immediately. If you’ve chosen a Diploma course, you can apply online and we’ll organise an informal interview before a payment is made.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to email our team info@sydneydesignschool.com.au or call +61 2 9437 1902
How do I apply?
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When applications open in Sept 2022, you can apply online and pay for our Certificate IV course immediately. If you’ve chosen a Diploma course, you can apply online and we’ll organise an informal interview before a payment is made.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to email our team
info@sydneydesignschool.com.au
+61 2 9437 1902
Applications open in Sept
Join a waitlist