Associate Degree in Design (Furniture)

Career

Furniture designers generally work on a freelance basis as independent designer and makers.

You may also find work with furniture manufacturers, interior design consultancies or large retail chains, where your role may include:

liaising with clients and managing design projects

drawing designs by hand or using computer aided design (CAD) software

building full-size samples

exploring and experimenting with different materials and unusual furniture-making methods

researching new trends and classic styles to inspire and influence your designs.

You may also contribute your expertise to other related professions, such as set design for theatre companies or displays for galleries and museums.

Upon graduation you will be able to design your future, working for major production companies or as an independent designer in the global furniture industry in roles such as:

designer

production manager

buyer

retail specialist

account manager.

Entry Requirement

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.0 (with no individual band below 5.5)

TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 60 (with minimum of 10 in Reading, 9 in Listening, 16 in Speaking and 19 in Writing)

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 50 (with no communication band less than 42)

C1 Advanced: minimum of 169 with no less than 162 in any component.