Prepare for your career as a professional interior designer with SBID Accredited courses
SBID assess university course content for professional interior design practice. Using industry-consulted criteria for evaluating and endorsing degree courses for commercial relevance and professional application, SBID provides guidance for prospective students in choosing a degree course which can help them develop a successful career as an interior designer.
Accredited courses signify a standard of educational quality which demonstrate to students and employers that the content taught offers essential training that will equip graduates with the appropriate level of technical skill, knowledge, and understanding.
Course Accreditation Structure:
- Recognition: SBID Recognised universities are those whose course module structures meet SBID's standards for interior design training.
- Accreditation: SBID Accredited universities have been independently reviewed and measured to ensure each module of the course content meets SBID's highest education standards to prepare graduates for professional practice.
- International: These are international institutions whose courses have been awarded SBID Accreditation for providing degree-level training that meets the UK's industry standards for professional application.
- Centre of Excellence: To achieve this status, Accredited universities showcase an enhanced commitment to SBID's vision, values and mission to improving the quality of interior design education and professionalism.
Accredited Status Key:
Recognised University
Accredited University
International University
Centre of Excellence
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SBID Professional Accreditation
SBID Accreditation is a marque of achievement that signifies the highest level of interior design expertise, determined by knowledge, training and work experience.

Course Accreditation
SBID measures and accredits course content for professional practice, ensuring that emerging interior designers have the relevant skills and knowledge to meet industry standards.

Graduate Membership
SBID Graduate Membership creates a pathway for interior design graduates to reach their full potential and achieve Accredited status as a fully trained and experienced interior designer.