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Become a Professional Interior Designer

Online & In-Studio Courses

Diplomas, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees

Three Learning Levels

Diplomas, Bachelor's & Master's degrees.

Six Design Subjects

Study in one of six specialist design subjects.

Guaranteed Progression

Completion of each learning level opens access to the next. Progression Scholarships available.

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Online Fast-Track Diploma (via Zoom)

Online Fast-Track Diploma
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Professional Soft Furnishings & Curtain Making

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Recognised Worldwide & Fully Accredited

The National Design Academy is the only institution to offer truly flexible, online interior design courses that are nationally and internationally recognised.

All our Professional Diploma courses are awarded by AIM Qualifications, an Ofqual approved National Awarding Organisation providing Ofqual Level 3 accreditation.

All our online Degrees are fully accredited and awarded by our academic partner De Montfort University Leicester (DMU), ranked in Times’ top 3% of world universities.
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Flexible Learning Designed For You

Study around work & family commitments – Flexible Online learning or Fast-Track Online & In-Studio courses

Flexible

No terms or semesters,
choose your own start date.

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Affordable

Low fees, & scholarships
Government funding & student loans available for UK students.

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Online

Study from anywhere in the world,
at your own pace. Or Fast-Track with our Zoom courses.

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In-Studio

Fast-track your Diploma.
10 days in-studio + 10 weeks online
Qualify in Just 12 weeks!

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What Can You Study?

Choose the design subject and level that’s right for you…
View each of our courses below or download our full course guides for more information.
  • With no entry requirements, our Diploma courses are suitable for beginners. You’ll learn everything you need to start your own business or embark on a new career in this exciting industry, and you can study either online or in-studio.
  • Our Degree courses are studied flexibly online (full or part-time to fit in around your work and family life) and are awarded by one of the UK’s top Universities – De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).
Online Diplomas
In-Studio Diplomas
Online Bachelor's Degrees
Online Top-Up Degrees
Online Master's Degree
Short Courses
Online Diplomas
In-Studio Diplomas
Online Bachelor's Degrees
Online Top-Up Degrees
Online Master's Degree
Short Courses
Diploma Guide
Degree Guide

Government funding & student loans available for UK students.

Progression scholarships for all NDA UK & International students.
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Passionate about Interior Design?

So are we. That’s why we love to help anyone who shares our passion to achieve an accredited qualification in interior design, garden & landscaping design or a range of other design subjects.

We can help you to become a professional interior designer and make a living out of what you love or to add a professional finish to your own projects. You can even go on to study a degree online with NDA.

At the National Design Academy we’ve been teaching interior design for over 35 years, with over 35,000 alumni in over 100 countries. We’d love to welcome you to our design community.

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Studying with NDA

The Virtual Learning Studio (VLS) is our exclusive, online platform that replaces the usual lectures given in Colleges and Universities. This provides links to other online resources and contains a range of interactive material including videos, images, quizzes and lectures.

Students can rewind and re-watch until they are sure they have understood. No frantic note taking and no missing an important lecture! Study when and where it suits you!

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What's On?

Keep up-to-date with the next available Open Day and Course Dates at NDA

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Online Open Days

  • Saturday 20th January
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In-Studio UK & Dubai

Professional Interior Design (UK)
Week 1: 15th – 19th January
Week 2: 26th February – 1st March
Professional Interior Design (Dubai)
Weekday Course:
Week 1: 29th January – 2nd February
Week 2: 5th – 9th February
Sunday Course:
14th January – 10th March
Professional Soft Furnishings (UK)
Week 1: 5th – 9th February
Week 2: 18th – 22nd March
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Online (via Zoom)

Professional Interior Design
8th January – 16th April (Evening)
25th January – 6th May (Afternoon)
8th February – 20th May (Morning)
14th March – 24th June (Evening)
Interior Design Software Course
8th January – 16th February (Fully Booked)
26th February – 22nd March
15th April – 13th May
Outdoor Living & Garden Design
9th January – 27th February (Afternoon)
26th March – 21st May (Afternoon)
Professional Garden Design
11th March – 17th June (Morning)
16th September – 6th January (Morning)
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35,000 Qualified Designers & Counting...

"I had a wonderful experience with the National Design Academy, it changed my career completely and from there I've been able to start my own business..."
Kate Stephenson
Kate StephensonFrom Mum & Marketeer to Dream Interior Design Career
"If it hadn’t had been for the NDA I wouldn’t be where I am today. So, anybody thinking about doing the soft furnishings diploma, or indeed the interior design diploma, do it today..."
Penny Bruce
Penny BruceDirector of Denton Drapes
"My tutor, Gill, was a key reason that I chose the course at NDA, given her expertise. Communicating with her was great – she was very approachable, supportive and always got back to me promptly...."
Katie Reynolds
Katie ReynoldsOwner Katie Reynolds Design
"I would recommended studying with the National Design Academy to all people who have a passion for interior design, and those looking to get an Accredited UK Degree in Interior Design....."
Ibrahim Mohamad Aljasem
Ibrahim Mohamad AljasemOwner 'Luxurious Designs' Saudi Arabia
“Being 100% honest, without the National Design Academy I wouldn’t have changed career. I get up in the morning and I’m passionate about it and I can’t wait to get new projects...”
Alex Nicolaidis
Alex NicolaidisNDA Student of the Year
“Studying with the NDA cemented the reasons why I decided to inaugurate myself into the study of interior design, giving me the drive and skills to commence my career as an interior designer...”
David Doherty
David DohertyBA (Hons) Interior Design
“I really like design and specifically Retail Design... I was looking at universities from all over the world and actually, the National Design Academy seemed to be the most professional one...”
Barbara Seidelmann
Barbara SeidelmannManaging Director and former NDA student
“The course was great! The VLS is very easy to use and has great resources that helped with my assignments. The tutor support is amazing as well as the admin student support...”
Rand Jasim
Rand JasimBA (Hons) Interior Design
"I had a wonderful experience with the National Design Academy, it changed my career completely and from there I've been able to start my own business..."
Kate Stephenson
Kate StephensonFrom Mum & Marketeer to Dream Interior Design Career
"If it hadn’t had been for the NDA I wouldn’t be where I am today. So, anybody thinking about doing the soft furnishings diploma, or indeed the interior design diploma, do it today..."
Penny Bruce
Penny BruceDirector of Denton Drapes
"My tutor, Gill, was a key reason that I chose the course at NDA, given her expertise. Communicating with her was great – she was very approachable, supportive and always got back to me promptly...."
Katie Reynolds
Katie ReynoldsOwner Katie Reynolds Design
"I would recommended studying with the National Design Academy to all people who have a passion for interior design, and those looking to get an Accredited UK Degree in Interior Design....."
Ibrahim Mohamad Aljasem
Ibrahim Mohamad AljasemOwner 'Luxurious Designs' Saudi Arabia
“Being 100% honest, without the National Design Academy I wouldn’t have changed career. I get up in the morning and I’m passionate about it and I can’t wait to get new projects...”
Alex Nicolaidis
Alex NicolaidisNDA Student of the Year
“Studying with the NDA cemented the reasons why I decided to inaugurate myself into the study of interior design, giving me the drive and skills to commence my career as an interior designer...”
David Doherty
David DohertyBA (Hons) Interior Design
“I really like design and specifically Retail Design... I was looking at universities from all over the world and actually, the National Design Academy seemed to be the most professional one...”
Barbara Seidelmann
Barbara SeidelmannManaging Director and former NDA student
“The course was great! The VLS is very easy to use and has great resources that helped with my assignments. The tutor support is amazing as well as the admin student support...”
Rand Jasim
Rand JasimBA (Hons) Interior Design
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Online Open Days

Our regular Open Days are now delivered online, via Zoom and they are the perfect opportunity to get a real feel for the Academy and the courses that are offered.
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And Finally...

A message from our founder & Academy Director

" All NDA programmes are industry-led and taught by experienced professionals, providing you with the best preparation for a career in design, and the commercial and entrepreneurial skills to start your own business. I hope you enjoy browsing our website and we look forward to helping you to achieve your goals. Should you have any questions please contact our Admissions Team who will be pleased to help you. "
Pauline Riley
Pauline RileyAcademy Director
" All NDA programmes are industry-led and taught by experienced professionals, providing you with the best preparation for a career in design, and the commercial and entrepreneurial skills to start your own business. I hope you enjoy browsing our website and we look forward to helping you to achieve your goals. Should you have any questions please contact our Admissions Team who will be pleased to help you. "
Pauline Riley
Pauline RileyAcademy Director

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