| Scope of the program | The Sheridan College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning's Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design (Hons) program provides thorough instruction in designing visually beautiful yet efficient interior spaces. Students who complete this degree program will be well-versed in design theory, spatial planning, and the application of diverse materials and technology to improve interior environments. Pakistan's interior design market is booming due to the country's expanding real estate market, developing urbanization, and growing middle class, which has high standards for individualized living and working spaces. Opportunities in residential, commercial, and hospitality design are available to graduates of schools such as Sheridan's Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design. Significant cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad are experiencing an increase in modern architectural projects and restorations, which is driving up the need for qualified interior designers. Professionals have more opportunities to use creative design solutions because of Pakistan's growing interest in sustainable practices and global design trends. The future of interior designers looks similarly bright worldwide. Globally, the profession is acknowledged in a variety of markets, including those in North America, Europe, and Asia. Interior design is a well-established sector with a high need for qualified designers who can handle modern issues in space utilization, environmental sustainability, and technological integration in nations like the US, Canada, and the UK. Due to their fast urbanization and growing demand for opulent, sophisticated interiors, emerging countries in Southeast Asia and the Middle East also provide ample prospects. Globally, interior designers possessing a solid educational foundation, such as that offered by Sheridan College, are very advantageous to operate in several domains ranging from residential and commercial spaces to specialist fields such as healthcare and hospitality design. |
| Program entry requirement | Suppose an applicant has an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) and senior-level credits at C, U, M, or O designation (or equivalent), including one Grade 12 English course (ENG4C or ENG4U) and extra needed courses. In that case, they may be admitted to Sheridan as full-time students. High school in Ontario: The first-semester midterm results from grade 12 are taken into consideration while making admissions decisions. If a student is enrolled in all needed courses during the second semester of Grade 12, their Grade 11 final marks will be used in the admissions process. Many admission offers are contingent on passing all prerequisite courses by August 1.
There are no grade differentials applied.
Credits obtained at Grades 11 and 12 and OAC (where available) are referred to as senior-level credits. |
| Required GPA | 60- 65% |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application:
To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form.
2. Start the Application Process:
Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple.
3. Complete the Application Form:
Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications.
4. Upload Required Documents:
Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include:
• Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended.
• Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports.
• CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience.
• Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying.
• Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294).
2. Acceptance letter from the university.
3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees.
4. Bank statements.
5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable).
6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration.
7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years.
8. Passport-sized photographs.
9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD).
10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada.
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| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
