THE DUBLIN INSTITUTE OF DESIGN

The Dublin Institute of Design is Ireland’s only specialist design college. Founded in 1992, the Institute has firmly established itself as a leader in its field. We offer a range of full time and part time courses for individuals wishing to pursue a career in the exciting world of design as well as for those of you who are seeking an appreciation of how to improve your own homes.. At the Institute we have courses to suit every level from certificate programmes right up to our Degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Our graduates, from both full-time and part-time programmes, are sought after by employers for their combination of design flair, technical ability, creative thinking skills and good grounding in a diverse range of design subjects. The unique blend of design practice, design theory, professional and entrepreneurial skills, together with a strong element of practical work experience, ensures our graduates are among the most well-qualified to bridge the gap between education and the work environment. The success and reputation of the Institute can be attributed to the high calibre of teaching staff and the unequalled levels of support given to all students. Through the high levels of individual attention, every opportunity is given to students to maximise their potential. The Dublin Institute of Design is Ireland’s only specialist design college.Founded in 1992, the Institute has firmly established itself as Ireland's leading Interior Design College. Graduates of the college - from both full-time and part-time programmes - are sought after by employers for their combination of design flair, technical ability, creative thinking skills and good grounding in a diverse range of design subjects. The unique blend of design practice, design theory and professional and entrepreneurial skills ensures graduates are well-qualified to bridge the gap between education and the work environment. The success and reputation of the Institute can be attributed to the high calibre of teaching staff and the unequalled levels of support given to all students. Through the high levels of individual attention, every opportunity is given to students to maximise their potential. Our Commitment to Excellence The Dublin Institute of Design has secured its position as the country’s leading specialist design college through it’s commitment to excellence. This commitment is evidenced by: its ethos of continually striving to exceed the expectations of its students the levels of support that it offers to all of its students or trainees the teaching of high levels of applied skills. the provision of facilities and materials of the highest standard the employment of teachers who have ongoing professional commitments in their respective fields its on-going consultation with employers and professionals in the design industry to ensure the relevance of its programmes the development in its students of those important communication, problem-solving and entrepreneurship skills the validation and recognition of its programmes by internationally-respected bodies its determination to stay at the cutting edge of design education and training in Ireland Graduate Employment Success The most recent survey of graduates of the two-year programme reveals that 91% of graduates of the college`s two year diploma programmes are employed within three months of graduating. From major corporate headquarters to family living spaces, interior design calls for a fascinating mix of creativity and commercial awareness. You might be working with the architects on the earliest stages of a project, presenting your ideas to prestigious clients, or sourcing suppliers for accessories. Graduates of our two-year programmes would typically be recruited into training positions by Architectural and Engineering practices; Interior Designers and Consultants; Manufacturers of finishing products for the construction industry [ie.Wall finishes, Flooring. Lighting, Wallpaper and Paint]; Manufacturers, Wholesalers and Retailers of wall fabrics, soft furnishings and furniture; Kitchen furniture manufacturers, Lighting suppliers and major suppliers of office furnishing and fittings. Design Doctors Every year, students and staff from the college facilitate the "design doctors" stand at the Spring Home and Garden Show in the RDS. For four days they make themselves available to give design advice to members of the public. The event represents a superb opportunity for students to hone their consultancy skills and to seize valuable design contracts. Dublin Institute of Design | 25 Suffolk Street | Dublin 2 | Phone: 01 679 0286 | Fax: 01 670 4151 | Email: info@dublindesign.ie