COURSE CURRICULUM

The Interior Design Master’s program at the University of North Texas is designed to prepare students for advanced professional practice, leadership roles, and academic careers in interior design through a strong combination of research, innovation, and applied design learning. The program is housed within the College of Visual Arts and Design, which is located in a modern, state-of-the-art facility equipped with studios, workshops, advanced labs, a digital fabrication lab, and a visual resources library that support hands-on creative and research-based work. Students benefit from the college’s strategic location within commuting distance of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, which provides access to nationally and internationally recognized interior design firms, offering valuable opportunities for networking, internships, research collaboration, and real-world design experience. The College of Visual Arts and Design is recognized as one of the most comprehensive visual arts institutions in the United States and is especially well regarded in the Southwest region for its academic quality and creative output. Faculty members bring extensive professional experience from both national and international design, consulting, and architectural practice, ensuring that students are guided by experts who understand current industry standards and global design trends. The program prepares graduates for a variety of career paths, including roles as university-level interior design educators, research and design consultants, and interior design specialists in private, commercial, and public sector organizations. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, with courses such as Processes and Methodology for Innovation, Design and Its Social Ramifications, LEED Certification Systems and Accreditations, Wellness, Health and Safety, Environment and Systems, and Methods Employed by Design Researcher. These courses help students develop expertise in sustainable design, human-centered environments, and advanced research methodologies, enabling them to address complex design challenges. Overall, the program equips students with the skills needed to advance into leadership positions in both professional practice and academic environments.