MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth

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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
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University of Portsmouth
Overview

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University of Portsmouth is one of the finest universities in UK. University of Portsmouth provides MA in Interior Architecture and Design at PG level. The duration of this course is 1 year. This course attracts students from all over the world. To enrol in this course, international students must fulfil all the admission requirements. The admission requirement at the University of Portsmouth include standardized tests like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The first year tuition fees University of Portsmouth for MA in Interior Architecture and Design is Pound 17,200 (INR 2,223,960). Moreover, the students must be ready for other expenses such as rent, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, utilities, etc. The average cost of living at University of Portsmouth is Pound 6,720 (INR 868,896).

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Course Level	PG Degree

MA in Interior Architecture and Design

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Entry Requirements
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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at
University of Portsmouth
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MA in Interior Architecture and Design from University of Portsmouth must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in UK such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incur is around Pound 6,720 (INR 868,896). The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by University of Portsmouth over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MA in Interior Architecture and Design is around Pound 17,200 (INR 2,223,960). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MA in Interior Architecture and Design from University of Portsmouth, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 22,51,511

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 11,05,379
Transportation	INR 37,735

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 125.78276 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 15ᵗʰ October 2026

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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at
University of Portsmouth
Curriculum

For a more in-depth look at the MA in Interior Architecture and Design program at University of Portsmouth, click the green button below. The curriculum PDF provides a detailed information regarding several key points associated with the program including the total no. of subjects, electives available to students & some other course related content. A semester wise breakdown of the overall course structure is also included as part of the PDF.

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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at
University of Portsmouth
Entry Requirements

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A minimum of a second-class honours degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications (such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses) will be considered. An online portfolio submission may be required as part of the selection process.
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Marks - 61/90
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Marks - 6.5/9
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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
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University of Portsmouth
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Two references required

Step two

Additional documents required

A Personal Statement or Statement of Purpose
Officially certified and translated copies of your degree qualification and grades
Proof of your English language

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/masters-and-postgraduate-taught/how-to-apply

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Application deadline

Spring (Jan): 30th Nov

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at
University of Portsmouth
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#36	University The Guardian, 2027
#50	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2027
#401	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027

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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
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University of Portsmouth
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2022)
Internship Available	Yes

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University of Portsmouth
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

83% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Fun loving

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Internships3.8

Part time work4.2

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.2

Student Life4.1

Value for money4

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.4

Indian Food3.9

Permanent Immigration3.9

Anonymous

MSc in Sports Management - Batch of 2026

4.6

The environment is chill and the lecturers are supportive.

Tips: If anyone wants to Join University of Portsmouth, it's a friendly campus. But for better part-time job options people should move to Southampton as it's more diverse here. I have lived my whole campus life in Southampton. Job opportunities are better here, nightlife is better here as compared to Portsmouth, and it's more diverse here.

Likes (Indian Food): Food is never a problem, not just in Portsmouth or Southampton but I guess all over the UK, as students have access to every Indian food in Local supermarket of the UK, even in Mega Stores like ASDA, Lidl, Tesco. I live in Southampton and we have some really good Indian restaurants like Coriander and Bayleaf. My personal favourite Indian Restaurant is Coriander for a good wine and dine.

Dislikes (Value for money): I don't think the tuition fee for M.Sc.. Sports Management is justified as there are no Internships provided by the university itself. I do think so if a student is paying around 25,000 for his M.Sc., there should be some internships provided by the university for the betterment of the student in shaping his career.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1375

Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 109125

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026Read more

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MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2024

5.0

A great place with academic excellence and top notch education.

Tips: The University of Portsmouth is one of the top universities of the country so it takes a great academic record to get in here. First, you should have a great score in your previous qualification. Before coming here prepare yourself and write an extraordinary application. Also, look for scholarships because having a scholarship will reduce your burden. And in last get counselling from experts and former students, they will help you in getting most of the insights.

Likes (Safety): The University of Portsmouth is located in Portsmouth, the UK's only island city. The University offers a vibrant campus with great facilities for students. The campus is full of various cultural clubs which helps in finding own kind of feel in a different country. The cultural clubs organize various events. The various communities help the students with their daily problems. There are around 140 various clubs and communities. If you are coming here then it's a great choice no doubt. You will enjoy the campus.

Dislikes (Part time work): The University of Portsmouth is well known for its teaching quality and academic excellence. The faculty here is amongst the top in the country. So, no doubt the faculty is top-notch. The diversity among the teachers makes students from different countries comfortable here. The methodology is great in terms of everything. Our department has many international teachers who are well-recognised in their respective fields. Overall, it's a great place for finding top faculty in the country.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 6000

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 90000

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2024Read more

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Danyal Ahmed Verified Icon

MSc in International Business and Management - Batch of 2024

5.0

Top University for research power.

Tips: There are many things that students should keep in their mind before coming to the University of Portsmouth. They should know the entry requirements. The acceptance rate for international students is 70%. Prepare for interviews because they take interviews for some courses sometimes. They gave scholarships based on your last course percentage. I am satisfied with the university and course.

Likes (Student Life): The University of Portsmouth is pretty good for students. They provide every necessity that a student should have and the career opportunities are great. There are many events for the students. We Indians celebrate every kind of festival there. There are cultural clubs also which organize various events. There are great facilities for interactive learning and sports. In a nutshell, it is a great hub for enjoying student life.

Dislikes (Value for money): The faculty of University of Portsmouth is passionate and very helpful. They are dedicated towards the progress of students. They are always available for help. They have a unique way of teaching and the most important thing is that they teach and deliver their lectures in a well-organized way. Many teachers from different countries are there and it makes me feel good to see them teaching in their own ways.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 6500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2024Read more

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Hency Nareshbhai Gujarati Verified Icon

MSc in International Business and Management - Batch of 2024

3.9

Internships and placement opportunities are available.

Tips: No need to worry or panic before coming it is a very good place to study. Friendly, supportive and cooperative with international students because that is how this university is very diverse. No security problem and I, as a girl always feel safe even outside the campus. Library is where I spend most of my time and I feel peace there and Portsmouth is peaceful too on whole.

Likes (Internships): Work placements happen as I said before and they usually happen for 36 weeks I have read that around 17000 pounds are the average package for that regarding internships. So most of the students find themselves on the portals like jobisjob and graduatejobs bright network is another good portal for internships only.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): University organises recruitment fair and career events but these are mostly need-based, most of the time startups come to take part in the university. Also there are many jobs posted on the job board but still, like it happens in the top colleges of India it does not happen here, mega recruitment is something I have not seen as of now but I am still studying so I don't know much about it.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes11 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2023Read more

Janhavi Darshit Dave Verified Icon

MSc in International Business and Management - Batch of 2024

4.1

A university to get admitted to

Tips: The buildings of the university are scattered and not in a place so many students sometimes find it a bit difficult to move from one lecture to the other. But with me it is not the case, our school of business is unique I must say! Gym facilities are great but there can be some improvements done to student career support in terms of searching the jobs or making the most out of placement year. Student community is good no doubt and there are many research opportunities too so if you are coming from India think like you will get many opportunities.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty has to be the best part of this university. So helpful and supportive even if they see an underperforming student for them everyone is equal and they also understand the shift in the education system and try to make the transition very smooth. There is a good chance to make a good bond with any professor on campus.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Before coming learn something to make simple things like tea/coffee, maybe some veggies or basic curries so very little money will be spent. Saving is the key to living a student life. Indian food is available but the restaurants are expensive nothing like the street style. I spend somewhere between 175 GBP- 200 GBP on food each month which I think is fair.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 925

Prepping time for classes13 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2023Read more

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MA in Interior Architecture and Design
at
University of Portsmouth
Highlights

MA in Interior Architecture and Design is offered by Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries under University of Portsmouth, UK.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1 Years.
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Students will study in an interdisciplinary environment with our other architecture courses as they learn to understand their strengths and disciplinary skills in the wider design environment
On this course students will explore the everyday lives of communities and their role in the environment, culture, economy, the political, and the aesthetic. students will discover practices of care, and consider carefulness and communication as they engage with climate change by looking at city scale infrastructures among other things