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Study interior design in an affordable, accessible way with flexible payment plans and full online access. Learn from anywhere in the world at a pace that suits you.
Flexible Payment Options That Let You Start Without Delay
Learn from experienced interior designers
Study 100% online at your own pace
Develop practical skills through guided projects
Graduate with a diploma in interior design and decoration
Flexible Online Learning
Study at your own pace with no deadlines or fixed schedules.
Course Structure at a Glance
The Professional Interior Design Course is a structured interior design diploma online designed to support learners working towards a career in interior design or those exploring how to become an interior decorator.
This programme provides the flexibility of an interior design short course while also supporting learners seeking an interior decorating course or a fully online interior decorator course, covering the essential knowledge required to begin working in the industry.
With decades of experience in design education, the course is designed to support learners taking their first steps into the industry.
A Clear Starting Point for Future Interior Decorators
This course is designed for those beginning their education in interior design or exploring how to become an interior decorator, with a focus on building a solid and practical foundation.
Build Practical Skills You Can Begin Using Early
Work through guided projects that reflect real interior design processes, helping you understand how to approach client briefs and develop design solutions.
Study Through an Online Interior Decorator Course That Fits Around Your Schedule
Study from anywhere through a fully online format. This online interior decorator course can be completed in as little as 12 weeks or extended up to one year.
Develop the Confidence to Move Towards Real Interior Design Work
Develop the ability to communicate ideas, understand client needs, and apply design principles in a professional context, whether pursuing interior design or completing an interior decorating course pathway.
Recognised Diploma
Graduate with a Diploma and Pass upon completion
12 Comprehensive Modules
Comprehensive modules you can reference long after graduation
Personal Tutor Feedback
Individual feedback from an experienced interior designer.
Flexible Payments and Guarantee
Upfront or instalments available, plus a 7-day money-back guarantee.
From as Low as £10 per Week
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7-Day Trial Period
Examine the first tutorial for seven days before committing. If you decide not to continue within this period, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid.
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❝ I have been making professional floor plans and 3D visualisations for quite some time. My graphic background and photography experience eventually led me to the field of interior design. I was looking for something with which I could bundle, connect and expand the separate elements I offer my clients.❞
Lucy G Interior Design Course Graduate
Chintankumar G Construction Firm Design Consultant - Interior Design Course Graduate
❝ Currently, I am working as a design consultant in a retail furniture and building construction firm. I got the job right after I graduated from the course. ❞
❝ The Professional Interior Design Course has allowed me to build a solid basis to create my business and start in this industry. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to seriously learn interior design skills at their own pace. Thank you, BCID, for such a great introduction to interior design. ❞
Cecile G Interior Design Course Graduate
What Our Graduates Say...
Starting a career in interior design requires the right foundation. The British College of Interior Design provides a structured program in the interior design pathway designed to support learners at the beginning of their journey.
Whether you are exploring a certificate in interior design or comparing options such as a crash course for interior design, this programme offers a more complete and guided approach to learning.
For those considering alternatives to traditional interior design night classes, this fully online course allows you to study consistently while building relevant, career-focused skills.
Combining the accessibility of an interior design short course with the depth of an interior design diploma online, this programme is designed to support steady progression into the field.
Why Study with the British College of Interior Design?
Cecile G
Interior Design Course Graduate
"The Professional Interior Design Course has allowed me to build a solid basis to create my business and start in this industry. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to seriously learn interior design skills at their own pace. Thank you, BCID, for such a great introduction to interior design."
"Now I am positive I have found my passion and I am looking forward to making a positive impact on people's lives through my own interior design practice."
"I have never looked back, as pursuing this training has opened so many doors for me through a career change, having my own business, working the hours that suit me and meeting creative designers."
Interior Design Consultant in Sussex - Interior Design Course Graduate
"The course has given me all the tools I needed to do succeed, from teaching me how to meet a brief to keeping track of the costings for a project. It covers professional practice for interior designers and I feel well equipped for the future."
"I was thrilled to be asked to take on a full house colour consultation - a paid job for a 'real' client … I rose to the challenge and found the entire process flowed relatively easily with the help of all the various course notes."
You’ll receive your Diploma of Professional Interior Design from The British College of Interior Design. Fully approved by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), this recognised qualification, combined with practical assignments, helps you build a strong portfolio and gain the skills to launch your interior design career.
This online interior design course is designed for beginners. You’ll learn industry skills, complete practical projects, and receive personalised feedback from your tutor, giving you the confidence to become an interior designer and take on freelance projects or full-time professional work.
The course is fully online, delivered via email and your student portal. Flexible study options allow you to complete tutorials weekly or fortnightly, from home or anywhere in the world, making it ideal for working professionals or those exploring home interior design classes.
You can finish in 12 weeks with weekly tutorials or 24 weeks with fortnightly tutorials. You have up to one year to complete all 12 tutorials at your own pace, giving you flexibility to balance study with work or personal commitments.
Yes. Each tutorial includes practical assignments that mirror real-world interior design tasks. You’ll develop skills for commercial and residential interior design, planning, and client work while building a portfolio to showcase your abilities to future clients or employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The British College of Interior Design is part of International News Syndicate Ltd, with over 35 years’ experience in media, training, and distance education. We teach students in 80+ countries. While interior design principles are universal, our course is tailored for those living and working in the UK.
The British College of Interior Design and The Professional Interior Design Course are approved with the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC). The College is a member of The International Association of Private Career Colleges.