Associate Degree in Interior Decoration and Design

About the course

This industry-focused associate degree builds practical skills in interior decoration and design for residential and commercial contexts. You’ll develop design concepts, plan interior spaces, and learn to communicate ideas through drawings and presentations. Delivered on campus in Melbourne, the program emphasises applied studio learning and prepares you for entry-level practice or further study in design. This is an Associate Degree in interior design and decoration. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.

Career outcome

Graduates may work across residential and commercial interiors, supporting projects from concept development through to documentation and client presentations. Career paths can include interior decorator, junior interior designer, design assistant, or roles with design studios, retailers, and property or fit-out businesses. You’ll be prepared to contribute to styling, space planning and material selections. This is an Associate Degree leading to design-focused roles in interiors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)