Online MFA in Interior Design careers
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An online MFA in Interior Design from Brenau University can help open a variety of doors to career advancement. Complete this terminal degree to pursue teaching positions at the college level or move forward into advanced interior design practice.
- Develop and teach an undergraduate interior design course.
- Learn in small, flexible classes led by field-experienced faculty members.
- Propose a concentration for a personalized degree.
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Top earning interior design careers
Interior design director $101,313 per year1
Associate professor $83,830 per year2
Senior interior designer $72,709 per year3
Assistant professor $72,390 per year2
An MFA that’s personalized to your goals
Brenau’s online MFA in Interior Design prepares graduates for the next step in their careers through hands-on learning experiences curated to each student’s needs. You’ll conduct research, complete a thesis, and lead an undergraduate interior design course in this flexible program built by industry experts.
Propose your own area of concentration to earn a degree that’s fully personalized to meet your needs, and graduate in just two years ready to pursue a career in advanced practice or higher education. From here, you can.
- The job outlook for postsecondary teachers is growing much faster than average, with 12% growth projected through 2031.4
- About 94,500 job openings in arts and design occupations are projected each year this decade.5
Program outcomes and skills acquired
What you’ll learn
In Brenau’s online MFA in Interior Design program, you will:
- Demonstrate knowledge and techniques for evidence-based research and apply them to a design.
- Research, plan, implement and assess undergraduate interior design courses.
- Implement critical thinking skills as related to design analysis and project solutions.
- Grasp links between professional practice and design research.
- Express knowledge of critical issues in design education and research.
- Exhibit competency in written and oral communication and visual literacy.
Skills you’ll gain
- Classroom preparation
- Critical thinking
- Course development
- Online assessment
- Online instruction
- Oral communication
- Research methods
- Written communication
- Visual literacy
Support beyond graduation
At Brenau University, support doesn’t end at graduation. We’re here to ensure you have what you need to launch or advance in your career. From writing your resume to negotiating your salary, we support you every step of the way. Here are a few examples of career support you can expect as a Brenau student or alumnus.
Sources
- Payscale. “Design Director, Interior Design Salary.” Retrieved April 13, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Payscale. “Average Salary for All Postsecondary/Higher Education Lecturers/Associate/Assistant Professors.” Retrieved April 13, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Payscale. “Average Senior Interior Designer Salary.” Retrieved April 13, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Postsecondary Teachers.” Oct. 4, 2022. Retrieved April 13, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Arts and Design Occupations.” Sept. 8, 2022. Retrieved April 13, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.