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Arts and Sciences Degree, Interior Design Preprofessional Area of Concentration

Associate of Arts

 

This degree will be suspended in the spring of 2024.

design student drawing in class

Complete the first two years of your interior design degree at Montgomery College by earning an arts and sciences degree with a concentration in interior design. Our program, which can also be transferred to other four-year institutions, gives you a solid foundation for your bachelor's degree while saving you money. 

You'll learn about all aspects of interior design, including drawing, color, and space planning; fabrics; lighting; and window, wall, and floor treatments. Our students also gain an understanding of the professional business practices needed to succeed in the industry, like preparation of estimates and advanced presentation techniques, as well as technical skills like architectural drafting, design analysis, and kitchen, bath, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems. 

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Apply design principles and color theory in the execution of interior design projects.
  • Identify the correct textiles, materials, finishes, and furniture for specifications.
  • Collect and interpret the data necessary to solve interior design problems.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of one of the following: historic interiors, art history, or architectural history.
  • Apply interior design principles and ethics.
  • Execute presentation and construction drawings.
  • Demonstrate basic fine art drawing skills.

Program Advising

Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer.  The program advising guide outlines the degree requirements and is meant to supplement the advising process.

Transfer Opportunities

MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer. The AAS General Area of Concentration degree is the foundation of the interior design program transfer relationships with Marymount Universitynew window, Morgan State Universitynew window, and George Washington Universitynew window.

Careers

For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.

  • MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up a College Central Network (CCN)new window account and other job search topics.
  • Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.

Curriculum

Suggested Course Sequence: Arts and Sciences Degree, Interior Design Preprofessional Area of Concentration

A suggested course sequence for students follows.


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