Creative foundations
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Interior Design programmes / UG Certificate Pathway
Foundation year · Chinchwad, PCMC, Pune
UG Certificate in Interior Design
Build Your Foundation in Residential Interior Design
Explore materials, construction, technical drawing, residential spaces and introductory digital design through a structured one-year certificate pathway.
Residential design illustration from AICT’s brochure.
Program at a glance
Your First Step into Interior Design
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Academic structure
- 2 Semesters
- Entry qualification
- 12th Pass / Undergraduates / Graduates
- NCrF Level
- 4.5
- Focus
- Residential Design Foundations
- Learning approach
- Studio, CAD & Site Learning
About the program
Start Learning the Art and Science of Interior Design
Technical understanding
Materials, construction and visual communication through drawing.
Practical application
Residential studio, CAD, photography and AI image editing.
What will students learn?
Develop Essential Interior Design Skills
Interior Design Fundamentals
Design principles, composition and functional spaces.
Residential Space Planning
Layouts and furniture arrangements through studio assignments.
Materials & Finishes
Foundational knowledge of interior materials and applications.
Construction Techniques
Introductory construction concepts for interior spaces.
Technical Drawing
Drafting and visual communication.
CAD Fundamentals
Computer-aided drawing for interior design.
Photography & AI Image Editing
Visual documentation and introductory editing.
Communication & Entrepreneurship
Presentation, employability and business awareness.
One-year learning journey
A Structured Journey from Design Basics to Residential Projects
SEMESTER 1
Interior Design Foundations
Explore Semester 1 subjects
- Basic of Materials
- Basics of Interior Design
- Construction Techniques
- Employability Skills
- Evolution of Designs: Europe
- Visual Communication - Technical Drawing
- OJL 1-Industry Learning Exposure & Site Learning
Learning outcome
Understand design fundamentals, materials, construction and technical drawing.
SEMESTER 2
Residential Design & Digital Foundations
Explore Semester 2 subjects
- CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design
- Design Studio: Residential Spaces
- Evolution of Design: Asia
- Grooming and Communication Skills
- Photography and AI Image Editing Basics
- Entrepreneurship Orientation
- OJL 2-Industry Learning Exposure & Site Learning
Learning outcome
Apply the foundations through residential studio work, CAD, visual communication and site learning.
Residential interior design studio
Learn to Plan and Design Residential Spaces
Explore planning, furniture arrangements and visual presentations through residential studio assignments.
Living Room Design
Bedroom Design
Kitchen Planning
Residential Layouts
Material & Colour Studies
Basic Design Presentations
Illustrative studio themes; assignments follow the teaching plan.
Technical drawing & CAD
Learn to Communicate Your Design Ideas
- 1
Observe
Measure spaces and identify design needs.
- 2
Draw
Develop technical drawing and visual communication.
- 3
Draft
Apply introductory CAD to interior layouts.
- 4
Present
Explain residential design ideas clearly.
Materials & construction
Understand the Materials Behind Interior Spaces
01Basic Interior Materials
02Surface Finishes
03Construction Fundamentals
04Material Applications
05Design & Functionality
Connect material choices with their use in interior spaces.
Site visits & practical learning
Connect Classroom Learning with Real Spaces
Site observation
Connect drawings and construction with professional guidance.
Creative workshop
Explore making, visual thinking and presentation.
Studio presentation
Discuss ideas, review work and develop confidence.
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Career opportunities
Explore Entry-Level Roles in the Design Industry
Design Assistant
Support research, presentations and studio activities.
CAD Drafting Assistant
Assist with basic drafting and digital drawings.
Material & Vendor Coordination Assistant
Support material documentation and coordination.
Interior Design Studio Assistant
Assist with studio tasks and design documentation.
Opportunities depend on skills, experience, portfolio quality and employer requirements.
Progression pathway
Build on Your Foundation with Further Interior Design Study
- YEAR 1 · LEVEL 4.5
UG Certificate in Interior Design
Foundation in design, materials and visualisation.
- YEAR 2 · LEVEL 5.0
UG Diploma in Interior Design
Technical application and further studio learning.
Explore the 2-Year Pathway → - YEAR 3 · LEVEL 5.5
B.Voc in Interior Design
Professional practice and smart design technologies.
Explore the 3-Year B.Voc →
The curriculum presents these as progressive qualification milestones. Direct admission, intermediate awards, credit recognition and progression require university confirmation.
Why AICT Design Academy?
Begin Your Interior Design Journey with Practical Learning
Design Studio LearningTechnical Drawing PracticeIntroductory CADStudent ProjectsSite LearningMaterial ExplorationFaculty GuidanceCareer Counselling
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered.
What is the duration of the UG Certificate in Interior Design?
The curriculum lists the undergraduate certificate as the first-year milestone, covering two semesters at NCrF Level 4.5.
What subjects are included in the first year?
Materials, interior design basics, construction, employability, design history, technical drawing, CAD, residential studio, communication, photography and AI image editing, entrepreneurship, and industry/site learning.
Does the program cover residential interior design?
Yes. Semester 2 includes Design Studio: Residential Spaces.
Will students learn CAD?
Yes. CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design is listed in Semester 2. This is introductory learning; advanced proficiency is not implied.
Does the curriculum include practical learning?
Yes. Both semesters include Industry Learning Exposure & Site Learning, alongside drawing, construction and studio-related learning.
What career opportunities can students explore?
Design assistant, CAD drafting assistant, material/vendor coordination support and studio assistant roles. Selection depends on skills, portfolio and employer requirements.
Can students continue to the UG Diploma?
The curriculum identifies a Year 2 Undergraduate Diploma at Level 5.0. Progression and credit recognition conditions require confirmation from the university.
Can students continue to the 3-Year B.Voc?
The curriculum identifies the Year 3 B.Voc at Level 5.5. Continued enrolment, assessment and progression are subject to university rules.
Who is eligible for admission?
12th-pass learners, undergraduates and graduates can apply. Admission and the availability of standalone one-year study remain subject to university confirmation.
Is the certificate independently awarded after one year?
The certificate is listed as a qualification milestone within the B.Voc pathway. Standalone admission and complete exit-award conditions are not established in the supplied documents. Obtain university confirmation before enrolling.
TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP
Niramaya Hospital Road, near Chinchwad Railway Station,
Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune 411019.
Start Your Interior Design Learning Journey
Explore the one-year certificate pathway after Class 12. Discuss design foundations, residential studio, technical drawing, CAD and further study with our counselling team.
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Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune 411019.
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