Bachelor of the Built Environment (Interior Architecture) (ABB002.2)

About the course

This degree introduces interior architecture through the design of inspirational, functional spaces and interiors. You’ll build foundation skills in design thinking, spatial planning and the built environment, informed by studio-based practice and industry context. Study is delivered on campus with access to facilities and guidance from the School of Design & Built Environment. This is an undergraduate qualification in interior architecture within the built environment discipline.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting the planning and design of interior spaces across residential, commercial and public environments. Career pathways may include interior architecture assistant, junior interior designer, spatial design consultant or roles in design studios, property and fit-out projects, and built-environment teams. Opportunities can extend to workplace and retail design, hospitality interiors and public-sector projects. This is a bachelor-level preparation for practice in interior architecture and the built environment.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)