Dec 09, 2024  
2024-2025 Endicott College Academic Catalog 
  
2024-2025 Endicott College Academic Catalog

Interior Architecture Major (Bachelor of Fine Arts)


Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 129


Third Year - Credits: 32


  • Global Issues General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)
  • Science and Technology General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)
  • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)

Fourth Year - Credits: 30


  • World Cultures General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • General Education Electives    (Cr: 9)

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusivity Requirements


Students take the following:

  • DEI course attribute at any level
  • DEI course attribute 200 level and above

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the interior architecture program, students will:

  • Demonstrate the critical inquiry and analysis skills needed to engage in intellectual discourse within the art fields.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and competency with computer technology as it is used in the artistic processes.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of design and color in 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional representation.
  • Experience the relationship of academic studio practices to professional applications.
  • Discuss and write about the historical context for the visual arts.
  • Communicate effectively in written form within the conventions of the discipline.
  • Demonstrate an ability to apply human factors in context to residential and commercial design, including programming, environmental control systems, anthropometrics, ergonomics, proxemics and Universal Design.
  • Demonstrate a familiarity with research theories and methodologies related to interior design.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the business practices of interior design, including project management, ethics, communication, codes, and health, safety and welfare.
  • Display knowledge and skills in the use of basic through advanced tools, techniques, and processes sufficient to work from concept to finished product.
  • Apply the elements and principles of design.
  • Apply sophisticated use of color theory and cultural context.
  • Clearly and concisely articulate design concepts and solutions to engage in intellectual discourse within the discipline.
  • Demonstrate willingness to go beyond original parameters of assignment, introducing new materials and forms, including tackling controversial topics.
  • Discuss and present an awareness of the personal creative process.