MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design

MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design

The MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design program is offered to graduates of interior architecture/interior design. The program strengthens the competencies and specialized knowledge acquired at BA level so that students can individually apply creative and responsible solutions to tasks in the fields of interior architecture and interior design. The program is firmly grounded in the vibrant city of Berlin but taught exclusively in English. It is designed to help students understand their role and responsibility as interior architects in different physical and cultural contexts – on either a local or a global level. Upon completing the program, graduates will be able to apply their profound understanding of interiors and use their design skills and their knowledge of different interior discourses – regarding the built environment, technology, art, and geographical, social, socio-cultural, and political contexts – to solve complex creative challenges in their field.

*Interior Architecture is a protected profession in Germany. Relevant BA and MA degrees plus registration with the Chamber of Architects are obligatory in order to be entitled to use the title “Interior Architect.”

The MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design program curriculum

In a practice-driven and supportive learning atmosphere, an internationally experienced team of lecturers and professors challenges students to build on their pre-existing knowledge and expand their professional horizons.

The first year of the MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design program provides students with various design and research opportunities. An advanced visualization class and two fast-paced real-life design charrettes push students to employ and hone the full range of their professional skills. Design and technology electives allow students to deepen their knowledge in a chosen field. The second-year provides more design and research opportunities and the elective Theory and Communication. In the final semester, students apply and deepen their acquired skills by completing a master thesis and a master design project on a topic of their own choice.

The Berlin International teaching concept

The learning environment fostered at Berlin International is student-centered and hands-on. Our teaching concept focuses on project-based learning; students work individually and in groups in order to promote professional and personal growth and the development of team skills. At the MA level, students are enabled to combine their increasing design and research skills with their growing independence as a design professionals. All MA programs at Berlin International are taught in English. In combination with our diverse student and teaching body and our global network, this enables us to offer a truly international academic experience.

A university in the heart of Berlin - international and globally connected

Berlin International - University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognized and non-profit German university of applied sciences located in the center of Berlin. We are determined to offer a challenging, innovative and practice-oriented education that advances the academic, cultural and linguistic potential of our students and prepares them for international careers in a globalized world.

With our diverse student body and academic staff from more than 48 countries and 5 continents, our university embodies internationality and offers an open-minded, intercultural and inspiring study atmosphere.

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences is also part of growing international university network including universities, campuses and academic centers in Hong Kong, Istanbul, Washington D.C., Rome, Silicon Valley, Toronto, and Batumi, thus offering ample opportunities for study and internship exchanges. Our students may also participate in various Erasmus+ programs.

English Bachelor Programs – Design and Business Administration

The language of instruction in all study programs is English. For students who still need to approve their English, we offer an English Preparatory Program. Additionally, in order to further advance international career opportunities, language courses are offered as elective courses.

The quality of all our programs has been positively evaluated and accredited by the state-recognized agency ACQUIN.

Why study at the Berlin International?

• All programs in English
• Practical implementation
• Learning in small groups
• Part of a global community

Our Vision

The vision of Berlin International University of Applied Sciences is to provide students with a student-centered international and intercultural educational environment to stimulate and develop their intellectual growth, wisdom, and creativity. The academic and administrative staff is committed to guide students and prepare them for productive careers and responsible citizenship in a global society. BI aspires to be one of the leading private universities in Germany in terms of intercultural and interdisciplinary teaching and applied research. Our academic goals include a commitment to knowledge-based solutions and to societal problems as well as contributions to innovation and development in society. In addition, BI promotes cross-cultural and cross-national understanding through international academic co-operation and joint projects. In this respect, it profits from its close relationship with BAU Global Education Network, which consists of five universities. All the universities in this network share the core values of integrity, respect, excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. As an independent institution within this network, Berlin International - University of Applied Sciences has its own individual mission statement and academic profile which has been accepted by the Academic Senate.

Be a part of a global community

Students from 48 nations are studying at Berlin International University of Applied Sciences. Berlin International is part of a global network that allows students to travel and pursue their studies in different locations. In addition to this, the university benefits from a large number of cooperations with universities around the globe. Studying at Berlin International offers students unique opportunities to study abroad and an internationalized study experience that prepares them for their careers in a globalized work environment.