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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Advanced Diploma in Interior Design

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
110789	Advanced Diploma in Interior Design
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela University
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Advanced Diploma	Field 02 - Culture and Arts		Design Studies
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 07	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0821/24	2019-08-08	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2031-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design will provide learners with a knowledge base of the Interior Design profession and the ability to apply this knowledge, skills and attributes as a Candidate Professional Senior Interior Designer.

About academic purpose, the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design aims to realise the fundamental requirements of an interior design education. In this regard, qualifying learners are equipped to:

Identify an interior design problem in a chosen context and be able to resolve the design problem independently through a process of research, precedent analysis, theory applications and creativity.

The Advanced Diploma in Interior Designs qualification builds primarily on the theoretical and design skills of the NQF Level 6 Diploma in Interior Design. As such, the qualifying graduate will develop the competence to apply creativity, problem-solving, specialised knowledge, and management principles to the practical implementation of Interior Design at a more sophisticated level.

All modules in this qualification contribute in an integrated manner towards the achievement of the Exit Level Outcomes of the qualification by focusing on the specific outcomes of each of the module so that the Exit-Level Outcomes are reach in the end as a whole.

Rationale:
The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design will enable graduates of the Diploma in Interior Design at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 6 to continue with their studies at NQF Level 7. Qualified interior designers with an Advanced Diploma in Interior Design will be able to register as a Candidate Senior Professional Interior Designer with the South African Interior Design Professions (IID), allowing them to form part of the professional design team within the Interior Design/Architecture milieu. After three years of practical experience in the workforce, they will then qualify to register as Professional Senior Interior Designers.

The interior design/architecture profession was recently formalised under the South African Institute for the Interior Design Professions (IID), which is fully accepted as a Voluntary Association Member of the South African Council for the Architectural Professions (SACAP). The IID is also a member of the SACAP VA Forum, which ensures that the interior design/architecture industry is represented amongst the other built environment professions. These bodies have liaised regarding creating a category for professional registration as Interior Designers and Interior Architects within the SACAP structure. The IID is also a member of IFI, the International Federation of Interior Architects and Designers. The IID is the only professional body representing the Interior Design industry in South Africa.

The professional registration categories with the IID include Interior Decorator, Interior Designer, Professional Interior Designer and an Interior Architect.

Interior Designers registered as Candidate Professional Senior Interior Designers can work on medium complexity projects with a medium sensitivity level. As such, the graduate of the Advanced Diploma will be equipped to work on low to medium complexity designs including for example, exhibitions, shopping precincts and residential design. Some specialist interior spaces will be reserved for Senior Interior Designers - e.g. "Private art galleries", "Medical consulting rooms", "A la carte restaurants", "Night clubs", "funeral parlours", etc.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL will be applied in line with the Report of the Admissions Committee (AC): Policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

As the qualification is Exit-Level Outcome -based, for access to qualifications will be evaluated for substantial similarity in terms of documented and verified achievement of specified Exit-Level Outcomes. RPL implementation will use a triangulated verification approach using academic records, portfolios and interviews. RPL will, when deemed appropriate, allow learners to gain access to the Advanced Diploma in Interior design.

Should the previous qualification not allow access to the qualification, however, the learner may gain credits towards fulfilling the exit-level of the qualification - allowing them to apply for the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:

A 360-Credit Diploma in Interior Design, NQF Level 6.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at National Qualifications Framework Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, 120 Credits:

Interior Design, 33 Credits.

Design Technology, 32 Credits.

Interior Design Research Methodology, 20 Credits.

3D Presentation Methods, 20 Credits.

Architectural Theory,15, Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Identify and research a design concept and local problem related to interior design.
2. Develop a brief in consultation with the client to enable the design process.
3. Apply the creative process to the practical application of interior design.
4. Document the creative and technological process.
5. Effectively communicate with clients, relevant authorities, contractors and other professionals using appropriate media.
6. Successfully manage an interior design project independently with minimal input from supervisor.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Complete a research project documenting the relevant information required for resolving the associated practical design project using research principles.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Complete a problem statement, and complete an interview sheet after interviews with relevant people.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Identify a local interior design problem and resolve the design successfully by following the design process using appropriate design drawings and technical documentation.

Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Complete a treatise document indicating the research, the design process and final design proposal.

Set out construction drawings correctly and comply to the National Building Regulations (NBR) South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) 10400.

Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

Present the project orally in a coherent and concise manner to external moderators.

Present the project visually using appropriate imagery, 3D drawings and other 2D drawing conventions to external moderators.

Set out construction drawings correctly and comply to the National building regulations (NBR) SABS 10400.

Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

Manage time successfully so that submission deadlines of all the modules are met.

Successful design decisions are independently made based on research and knowledge of National Building Regulations (NBR).

Successfully initiate and develop a hypothetical scheme into a feasible project that can practically be implemented on a professional level.

Integrated Assessment:
Formative and Summative assessments will include among other things the following:

Formative Assessment:

Individual and collaborative group and direct lecturer formative feedback.

Individual and collaborative Assignments/Projects with direct discussions providing formative feedback.

Class tests with direct formative feedback via memoranda and discussions.

Computer-aided design renderings and simulations.

Individual projects and assignments including feedback via assessment rubrics and scoring.

Group projects - including scoring and feedback via assessment rubrics.

Individual presentations including feedback via assessment rubrics, lecturer and peer scoring.

Some of the formative assessments are developmental and do not count towards a class mark.

Summative Assessment:

Closed and open book tests including scoring and feedback towards the end of a module.

Closed book examinations.

Design and Technology portfolio examinations assessed by an external panel.

Integrated Assessment:
Because the interior discipline is primarily studio based (formative assessment) supported by theoretical subject assessment, the sequence of formative and summative assessments is repeated throughout the academic year. The learners submit projects completed during each semester to an external and internal panel of examiners in the form of a portfolio examination. The institution makes an interim assessment and progress assessment in June, with the final summative studio practice assessment in November.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

International trends indicate institutions are opting for the degree route in Interior Architecture/Design education. This option is supported by the professional status of Interior Designers/Architects internationally.

Mostly, Degree qualifications found at international institutions are accredited at the International Federation for Interior Designers/Architects.

International Institutions which offer Degree qualifications in Interior design are as follow:
Institution name: American University of Dubai - United Arab Emirates.
Qualification type: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design.
Duration: 124 credit hour 4-year programme.

The following two modules in the fourth year of the qualification relates to the content, entrance requirements and assessment methods of the Advanced Diploma in Interior design offered at this university.

Senior Thesis: Research and Portfolio:
In this qualification, learners prepare a thesis proposal with the assistance and approval of their instructor(s). The student shall produce a research paper and preliminary design scheme that demonstrates social awareness through an understanding of interior design. The learner shall be guided as to carry out pertinent research in an independent manner. Requirements also include analytical studies, site selection and documentation, and a final preliminary design presentation to an advisory panel. Learners are required to produce portfolios, including electronic, to a professional standard. Interviews by a jury, comprising interior design professionals both practitioners and academics, will constitute the final examination.

Senior Thesis: Design Project:
This is a capstone module in which the learner implements their thesis research by developing a project that incorporates all the principles of design in terms of program, norms, building codes, form and function, architectural party and site selection and apply the latter to design interiors that demonstrate comprehensive understanding of Interior Design and evidence of professional capability. The final presentation of the resulting design to an advisory panel is required.

Institution name: Drexel University Westphal. College of Media Arts & Design - United States.
Qualification type: Bachelor of Science in Interior Design.
Duration: 4 years.
Articulation: Master of Science in Interior Architecture and Design.

The Senior Projects in Interior Design in the 4th year relates to the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design offered at this university regarding content and assessment methods.

Institution name: Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPTA University) - India.
Qualification type: Bachelor of Interior Design.
Duration: 4 years.
Articulation: Can be articulated to a Master's Degree in Interior Design.

Institution name: Cankaya University - Turkey.
Qualification type: Bachelor of Interior Design.
Duration: 4 Years.
Articulation: Can be articulated to a Master's Degree and then a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Interior design.

The 4th year relates to the Advanced Diploma in Interior design offered at this university regarding content.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

Horizontal Articulation:

Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, NQF Level 7.

Vertical Articulation:

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Interior Design, NQF Level 8. An appropriate Honours qualification, NQF Level 8.

Relevant Postgraduate Diploma, NQF Level 8.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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