Program Overview
The degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Interior Design, requires successful completion of 120 hours, including (1) the UCA Core: complete 38 hours to meet lower-division UCA Core requirements and complete upper-division UCA Core requirements using designated major, minor, or elective courses (see the UCA Core requirements); (2) major requirements (60 hours); (3) related course requirements (9 hours); and (4) electives to bring total credit hours to 120. A minor is not required.
Mathematics Pathway: First-time, first-year students majoring in Interior Design enter the Quantitative Literacy Mathematics Pathway and must enroll in MATH 1360 during their first year of study, unless they have been awarded credit that completes their 1000-level math requirements.
Abbreviation Key – UCA Core Program
LD = Lower Division
UD = Upper Division
C = Effective Communication
D = Diversity
I = Critical Inquiry
R = Responsible Living
Z = Capstone Experience
Program Outline
Major requirements (60 hours)
NOTE: Grade of “C” or better required in these courses.
- IDSN 1390 Introduction to Interior Design
- IDSN 2330 Digital Design
- IDSN 2360 Interior Materials
- IDSN 2365 Fundamentals of Technology for Interior Architecture
- IDSN 2391 Interior Design Studio
- IDSN 2392 Interior Design Drawing and Rendering
- IDSN 3300 Principles of Architecture and Building Systems
- IDSN 3305 Interior Lighting and Codes
- IDSN 3310 Design Communication
- IDSN 3320 Advanced Technology for Interior Architecture
- IDSN 3321 Residential Interior Design
- IDSN 3325 Commercial Interior Design I
- IDSN 3326 Commercial Interior Design II
- IDSN 3340 History of Interiors, Architecture, and Furniture I [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- IDSN 3341 History of Interiors, Architecture, and Furniture II [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- IDSN 3355 Introduction to Historic Preservation [UD UCA Core: I, R] or substitute courses approved by department chair
- IDSN 3360 Methods in Interior Architecture
- IDSN 4300 Professional Practice for Interior Design
- IDSN 4305 Advanced Interior Design Studio [UD UCA Core: Z]
- IDSN 4350 Internship
Related Course Requirements (9 hours)
Foundations and Portfolio Assessment
- ART 1220 Foundations Studio A
- ART 1230 Foundations Studio B
- ART 1280 Foundations Studio C
- IDSN 2212 Interior Design Portfolio Assessment I
- IDSN 2115 Interior Design Portfolio Assessment II
Minor in Art (24 hours)
[1] Option one – Art
Required Courses (15 hours)
- ART 1210 Foundations Seminar I
- ART 1220 Foundations Studio A
- ART 1230 Foundations Studio B
- ART 1270 Foundations Seminar II
- ART 1280 Foundations Studio C
- ART 1290 Foundations Studio D
- 3 hours of art history
Electives (9 hours)
- 9 hours of upper-division elective Art studio courses
[2] Option two – Art and Design
Required Courses (18 hours)
- ART 1210 Foundations Seminar I
- ART 1220 Foundations Studio A
- ART 1230 Foundations Studio B
- ART 1270 Foundations Seminar II
- ART 1280 Foundations Studio C
- ART 1290 Foundations Studio D
- IDSN 1390 (must be taken before students can take additional IDSN courses)
3 hours of art history
Electives (6 hours)
- 6 hours of elective Interior Design courses (3 hours of which must be upper-division)
Note: Any of the 2000-level art history courses—ART 2325, 2335, or 2336—will, for the Art major or minor, fulfill the lower-division UCA Core requirement in Critical Inquiry, Fine Arts/Humanities (FA).
Minor in Art History (22 hours)
Students must complete 22 hours of art, 9 of which must be upper-division courses: ART 2325, 2335 [ACTS: ARTA2003], 2336 [ACTS: ARTA2103]; 4 hours studio art selected from ART 1220, ART 1230, ART 1290; 9 hours selected from ART 3V05 (variable credit), 3301, 3302, 3303, 3307, 3311, 3329, 3335, 3363, 3365, 3385, 3395, 4V02 (variable credit), and 4372. ART 2325, 2335 [ACTS: ARTA2003], and 2336 [ACTS: ARTA2103] must be completed prior to enrolling in upper-division art history courses.
Programs of study for art minors are subject to approval by the Department of Art and Design.
Note: Any of the 2000-level art history courses—ART 2325, 2335, or 2336—will, for the Art major or minor, fulfill the lower-division UCA Core requirement in Critical Inquiry, Fine Arts/Humanities (FA).
University of Central Arkansas
Overview:
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is a public university located in Conway, Arkansas. It boasts a rich 115-year tradition of excellence and is committed to providing an innovative and collaborative education within a culture of student support and success.
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Offers accommodations and support for students with disabilities.Bear Card:
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Assists students with career exploration, job search, and internship opportunities.Disability Resource Center:
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Offers various financial aid programs and scholarships to help students fund their education.Food Services:
Provides dining options on campus.Housing & Residence Life:
Offers on-campus housing options and residence life programs.Information Technology:
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Offers a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Student Health:
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Offers a wide variety of student organizations for students to join and engage in extracurricular activities.Veterans Services:
Provides support and resources for veteran students.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCA offers a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for students to get involved and make connections. Students can:
Join over 150 Recognized Student Organizations:
Catering to diverse interests and passions.Participate in various events and activities:
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With various residence halls and living learning communities.Enjoy recreational facilities:
Including a campus recreation center.Volunteer in the community:
Through service-learning opportunities.Key Reasons to Study There:
UCA Commitment:
A groundbreaking program offering a debt-free pathway for tuition and fees for incoming Arkansas freshmen with household income of $100k or less.Small class sizes:
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With a focus on research and experiential learning.Academic Programs:
UCA offers a wide range of academic programs across five colleges:
