BTech Interior Design and Technology

The BTech in Interior Design and Technology at Accra Technical University is a degree in the Faculty of Built Environment that combines creative design with the practical technology of shaping interior spaces. It suits SHS graduates who like both visual design and how buildings actually work. This page explains what the programme typically covers, how competitive it is, and where it can lead.

What interior design and technology programmes cover

Interior design and technology programmes of this kind typically cover space planning, materials, lighting, colour, and the technical drawing and computer software used to communicate design ideas. The technology side also includes understanding building systems and regulations that affect interiors, so you graduate able to turn a client’s brief into a practical and attractive design.

How hard it is to get a place

This is a less competitive programme, meaning more applicants meet the entry threshold than for highly sought-after degrees. Still, you need to satisfy the university’s entry requirements, so check the exact WASSCE grades they ask for before you apply.

What graduates do with this degree

Most graduates go into interior design practice, working for design firms, building contractors, or as freelancers. Others move into related areas such as space planning, furniture design, exhibition design, or technical drafting, and the skills are also useful in property development and construction management.