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04Introduction

06Studying in London

08Our Courses

10Foundation Degree Interior Design

14DiplomaInterior Design

18BA (Hons)Interior Design

20The KLC Preparatory Course

21Experience Life at KLC

22Launching your Career

24HowtoApply

26Getting to Chelsea Harbour

Here at KLC, our students are more than just a name on a register. Founded over thirty years ago by Principal Jenny Gibbs, KLC School of Design has dedicated itself to offering interior design courses which develop the creative potential of every student and prepare them for the industry.

We want to help you understand what it really means to be a designer and we pride ourselves on delivering our training programmes through exciting and innovative methods; intended to spark excitement and to inspire students to reach for excellence.

All of our qualification courses include extensive training on the latest computer aided design programmes, as well as teaching core skills such as traditional hand-drafting; meaning students can effectively and professionally communicate their design ideas in a variety of mediums.

Our tutors are trained educators and practising professionals, with first-hand knowledge of working in the industry – giving students access to a wealth of knowledge both inside and outside the studio environment.

University of BrightonSince 2010, KLC School of Design has had a formal partnership with the University of Brighton. The university validates our Foundation Degree, Level 5 Diploma and BA (Hons) courses and we enjoy a close relationship with this prestigious university; working together to ensure we are delivering the highest standard of design education.

“KLC School of Design is a visionary place full of creative individuals who just want to find ways to bring about positive change in the world, through the language of design.”

Prof. Jonathan Chapman, Director Design Research, University of Brighton

Welcome toKLC Schoolof DesignLondon’s leading independent interior design school.

Where passion meets profession.

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KLC’s relationship with the London design industry is second to none; as evidenced by our impressive employment track record. Our extensive work experience opportunities and our array of visiting guest lecturers. Not to mention the exclusive design competitions on offer to our students!

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Based in Chelsea Harbour, south west London, KLC School of Design is located right in the heart of London’s design district and is an active member of the surrounding interior design community. We’re neighbours with the Design Centre, a stone’s throw from the Kings Road and a short bus ride from Sloane Square and Pimlico Road.

There’s design inspiration to be found in every nook and cranny of this bustling and dynamic city; with museums, galleries, installations and pop-ups waiting to be explored.

London is a hugely exciting city to live in and students here benefit from endless opportunities to have fun! With over 7000 bars and pubs, 5000 restaurants, 350 live music venues, 100 cinemas and 100 parks for those all-important summer barbeques, studying in the nation’s capital will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

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Level 6

Level 5

Level 4

BA (Hons)Interior DesignFull time

DiplomaInterior DesignFull time

PriorDegreeStudents who have previously achieved a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from an accredited institution

DiplomaInterior DesignPart time2 years

FoundationDegreeInterior DesignFull time

FoundationDegreeInterior DesignOnline

FoundationDegree

Interior DesignAvailable either onsite or online, the Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree is equivalent to the first two years of a full degree. This accessible course gives students the core decorative and technical skills relating to both residential and commercial interior design.

Course Modules Thinking for Design Visualisation for Design Professional Practice I & II Interior Design Theory Design Evolution & Trends Digital Tools Space & Form Materials & Processes Commercial Design Advanced Technical Communication Final Major Project

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For students who are looking for a different learning experience, the Full Time Foundation Degree takes you out of the classroom and into the heart of the industry. Gone are the days of nodding off in the back row of the lecture theatre – the Foundation Degree course has been intentionally formulated to spark imagination, encourage debate and ignite curiosity! Design theory and skills are imparted through active learning experiences, such as hands-on workshops, group seminars, inspirational visits and debates. This course contains more workshops and 1-2-1 sessions with tutors than a standard university course, providing students with a supportive, creative and motivational atmosphere, intended to help you transform into accomplished and confident designers upon graduation.

Course Leader“I can’t wait to watch the students' faces as they begin to realise the extent of fun we have in store for them – from our fantastic days out, to hands on workshops and hanging out with guest industry designers discussing project development. From a teaching perspective, I’m so excited that we’re pushing design education techniques into the 21st century. Learning should be instinctive, fun and inspiring and I truly believe we’ve designed one of the best courses out there.”

Rachael White Course Leader

With KLC’s new state-of-the-art virtual learning environment, gaining an interior design degree online has now become a reality. Students from all over the UK, and the world, can now take advantage of the industry-recommended design training which KLC offers, without having to move to London! Students are divided into time zone groups for ease of communication and can look forward to regular contact with their tutors. Skills are taught through pre-recorded video lectures, lesson notes are uploaded weekly and each group enjoys a fortnightly live webinar, which brings everyone together for a chat and a debate about design! The online ‘Coffee Shop’ forums also give students a space to collaborate, ask questions and share ideas. Balancing your commitments and your study time has never been so simple, with this flexible, affordable route to a degree.

Course Leader“The beauty of this flexible course is the opportunity it gives students to manage existing work and family commitments, while embarking on a creative journey towards their new career in interior design. What excites me the most is the enjoyment students take from collaborating online: structured, timetabled and inspiring activities, small group sizes and live interaction make the course fun, with peer support and engagement being what students themselves say is best about this course. After all, online learning and teaching is the future of education and KLC’s Online Foundation Degree is leading the way!”

Marianna Velissaropoulou Course Leader

OnlineFoundation Degree Interior Design

Course StartsSeptember

DurationTwo years

Entry Requirements5 GCSE’s at grade C or aboveA-Levels or Equivalent260 UCAS pointsIELTS score of 6.5 or above (if needed)

ProgressionBA (Hons) Interior Design (1 year top-up)

Full TimeFoundation DegreeInterior Design

Course StartsSeptember

DurationThree years and one term

Entry RequirementsEntry Requirements5 GCSE’s at grade C or above AND 260 UCAS points

ProgressionBA (Hons) Interior Design (1 year top-up)

Course LeaderMarianna Velissaropoulou

“I am so pleased I chose KLC over some of the other courses. Despite being

online it is really fantastic to have so much interaction and it feels like we are

all being pushed creatively.”

Kerry Lyon Student

“I was worried about doing an online degree; that I wouldn’t keep motivated or I’d feel swamped by the information. However the way in which the course is structured is informative but enjoyable,

and the videos and webinars make things feel much more manageable.”

Jess FueryStudent

“The thing that concerned me most about the online course was my

‘expectation’ of feeling isolated and this has definitely not been the case. The

combination of the coffee shop forums, the seminars etc. makes me feel very

much a part of the group. I like the way the portfolios have open access, so as

with a classroom environment you can see your classmates work.”

Martin NealonStudent

Key Skills Interior Design Theory

& Principles Technical & Freehand Drawing One & Two Point

Perspective Drawing Lighting & Technology SketchUp, AutoCAD,

Photoshop, InDesign, EstiPC Accessibility & Inclusive Design Professional Practice Portfolio & Presentations

Course LeaderRachael White

Key Skills Interior Design Theory & Principles Technical & Freehand Drawing One & Two Point Perspective Drawing Lighting & Technology SketchUp, AutoCAD,

Photoshop, InDesign, EstiPC Accessibility & Inclusive Design Professional Practice Portfolio & Presentations

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Diploma HE

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The Level 5 Diploma course immerses students in professional and inspirational design training for the residential and commercial sectors, and is attainable through full time or full time study.

Course Modules Design Process & Application Design Representation & Communication Materials & Processes Professional Practice Historical & Critical Studies Final Design Project

Favoured by career changers, this rigorous one year course equips students with the array of creative and professional skills needed to gain employment within the design industry. Studying on the Full Time Diploma course gives you unprecedented access to design companies and professionals throughout the year, with regular inspirational guest lecturers, industry panel discussions, lunchtime talks from various design companies and a live group project. Working closely with our unique Careers Service, students are also given the opportunity for integrated work experience during term breaks and plenty of help with finding employment after they graduate. As with all of our full time courses, unrivalled levels of tutor interaction are available; the tutors work with their groups every day in the studios and we keep the student/tutor ratio deliberately low in order to ensure full support throughout.

Course Leader“Getting our students industry ready, so they can hit the ground running, is what it’s all about on the Full Time Diploma course. Obviously I’m biased, but for me and my team of designer-tutors, there’s no substitute for face-to-face learning and teaching. It’s full on, it’ll challenge and inspire you but along the way you’ll make new friends for life and most crucially, have fun!”

Kevin McEwen Course Leader

Do you need a flexible study programme to accommodate work or family commitments? Perhaps you live outside London and don’t want to commute in every day? The Part Time Diploma Higher Education course provides inspiring design training for enthusiastic career changers wishing to enter the industry. This two year course offers the flexibility of studying alongside other commitments. It will challenge and motivate students to strive for new level of design excellence, as they work through a series of exciting and varied residential and commercial project. Onsite learning which includes team work, individual tutorials, site visits, lectures and workshops is supported by online study material and the student forum and chat room.

Course Leader“The Part Time Diploma will give you a great deal of face-to-face time with tutors and other students, along with lots of your own “thinking-time” meaning that you’ll have some excellent opportunities to develop really interesting, exciting and compelling solutions to the design projects and exercises that make up a fundamental part of the curriculum. The part-time format will give you the flexibility to mix study with work or family commitments, and when you are studying, the ideas and techniques that we use will mean that you have an effective and engaging learning experience. Tutors all have their own interests and passions, and sharing in these will help you to find and develop your own style.”

Simon DodsworthCourse Leader

Part Time Diploma HE Interior Design

Full TimeDiploma HE Interior Design

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Course StartsJanuary & September

DurationOne year

Entry RequirementsA prior degree in any subjectMature students with work experience also considered,subject to completion of KLC Preparatory CourseIELTS score of 6.5 or above (if required)

ProgressionBA (Hons) Interior Design (1 year top-up)

Key Skills Design Development and Evaluation Evolution of Style Materials, Finishes and Technology 2D & 3D Visual Communication Techniques SketchUp, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, EstiPC Ergonomics & Proxemics Lighting Design Building Construction Professional Practice

Course LeaderKevin McEwen

“I would be lying if I said it wasn’t hard work, but the very high level and quality

of teaching explains why the interior design industry takes the school so seriously when looking to fill positions. I would recommend

KLC to anyone seriously thinking about starting a career as an interior designer.”

Paul LangstonAlumni

Course StartsSeptember

DurationTwo years

Entry RequirementsA prior degree in any subjectMature students with work experience also considered,subject to completion of KLC Preparatory CourseIELTS score of 6.5 or above (if required)

ProgressionBA (Hons) Interior Design (1 year top-up)

Course LeaderSimon Dodsworth

“Basing my studies between London and home was the best possible option and a unique way in which to combine studying

with family commitments.”

Helen MackayAlumni

“The thorough and supportive training gave me an excellent basis for a future career in design and KLC provided me

with confidence to enter the industry.”

Rebecca Clarke Alumni

“Your course has allowed me to grow and develop skills that are truly valuable and now I don’t want to stop! Finally making my career change a reality is something

that I am so looking forward to.”

Beverly SnellAlumni

“My experience has been both challenging and rewarding, trying to get to grips with the wide variety of skill sets that we are being taught. All the tutors have been extremely supportive throughout the

course and have made the time to help me when I have needed their guidance.”

Elly Pitt Alumni

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“The Part Time Diploma will give you a great deal of face-to-face time with

tutors and other students, along with lots of your own “thinking-time” meaning that you’ll have some excellent opportunities

to develop really interesting, exciting and compelling solutions to the design projects and exercises that make up a fundamental

part of the curriculum.

The part-time format will give you the flexibility to mix study with work or family commitments, and when you are studying,

the ideas and techniques that we use will mean that you have an effective and engaging learning experience. Tutors all

have their own interests and passions, and sharing in these will help you to find and

develop your own style.”

Simon DodsworthTutor

“The BA (Hons) tutor team is committed to providing the highest level of education necessary to practice and succeed in the profession. The KLC BA course provides a

unique, current, diverse and engaging learning experience, preparing students

for careers in larger commercial agencies and the international arena.”

Diana McKnightCourse Leader

This inspiring Level 6 course is the next step up after the Diploma or the Foundation Degree, allowing current design students to complete a full Bachelors qualification, as well as broadening their understanding of commercial design.

Course Modules– Historical and Critical Studies– Construction, Technology and

Environment– Professional Practice and Business

Administration– Design – Brief, Concept and Development– Design – Synthesis and Resolution

Full Time BA (Hons) Interior DesignRight from the first week of the course, students are given unprecedented access to professional practitioners and insight into live projects; with previous commercial projects including the lobby of the Bank of America in Canary Wharf, a marketing suite at the Barbican and a restaurant in Saville Row.

Throughout the year, a strong focus is placed on professional practice and industry regulations, ensuring all students are achieving the highest industry standards within even the most complex design projects. An exclusive CPD lecture series gives students the opportunity to meet practicing architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and designers. Students can also expect to achieve advanced visual communication skills on programmes such as Photoshop, InDesign, AutoCAD and 3DSMax.

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“I was surprised at the level of warmth and participation from the tutors

during the course; they genuinely care and want you to succeed!”

Cristina SarlaAlumni

“I thoroughly enjoyed the BA year, despite the intense workload and steep learning curve! It is a very

professionally-focused course that has helped me endlessly whilst setting

up my own business. We were lucky to have tutors with vast technical knowledge who made themselves

available via email even on the days we weren’t at school.”

Vanessa BalinskaAlumniBA (Hons)

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Course StartsSeptember

DurationOne yearThis course will also be available as an online study option from September 2019

Entry RequirementsLevel 5 or above design qualification (FdA Spatial Design, BA Architecture etc.)IELTS score of 6.5 or above (if required)Experience only applicants will not be considered

Key Topics Design History &

Architecture Detailed Working Drawings Legal & Regulatory

Standards Construction & Building

Regulations Advanced Professional

Practice Advanced Photoshop,

AutoCAD, 3dSMax

Course LeaderDiana McKnight

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Experience Life at KLC is a hands-on, interactive workshop; ideal for getting to know what studying at KLC School of Design is really like!

Students will spend the day working on a small product design project, intended to get their creative juices flowing and encourage them to think outside the box. (Have you ever made a table from a flamingo? No?! Believe us, it can be done!)

Throughout the day, you’ll have opportunity to speak with tutors and staff about your choice of course; as well as the Careers Service about employment possibilities, and the Admissions team will be on hand to give more information on interview and enrolment procedures. There’s also a short inspirational trip to a showroom or gallery in the Chelsea Harbour area and a rather tasty buffet lunch!

See first-hand how passionate our tutors are about developing new designers and transforming people’s lives through the power of good design.

If you don’t have a previous degree qualification, or have little experience with writing at a higher education level, that shouldn’t hold you back. It may just mean that you need to take the KLC Preparatory Course before starting your studies with us.

The Preparatory Course is a 30 hour, online course, required for applicants who are enrolling on the Full Time or Blended Learning Diploma without a prior degree in any subject.

Online lectures cover topics such as academic research techniques, lateral thinking, critical analysis, structuring essays and referencing, and students are required to submit a number of written pieces to demonstrate their skills.

Students applying for the BA (Hons) could also be advised to undertake this course, to improve their academic writing skills in preparation for their dissertation.

The KLCPreparatoryCourseWhatever your educational background, we strive to make our interior design courses accessible to all.

Available free to any applicant who is being interviewed for a qualification course.

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LaunchingYourCareerEvery student on a KLC qualification course can benefit from our unique Careers Service. In over thirty years of teaching interior design we have built up a wide network of contacts, who understand and appreciate the quality of training that KLC students receive. We are therefore able to offer…

Work experienceWhether it’s an integrated part of the course or taken after you graduate, the Careers Service work hard to match students with a company in their preferred sector, for a week or two weeks of work experience.

Virtual Work ExperienceFor students unable to undertake a work experience placement, due to visa or health restrictions, we also offer Virtual Work Experience. This week-long online project replicates the activities and assignments which students would be asked to do in a working design studio.

InternshipsLasting anywhere from a fortnight to six months, an internship allows you to gain a deeper insight into how a design studio is run. Internships are often unpaid, but companies usually cover your travel expenses.

RecruitmentMany employers within the design industry actively approach KLC when new positions become available within their companies, meaning we are able to offer students unrivalled opportunities for finding work after they graduate.

CV and Portfolio ClinicOne to one sessions can be booked during or after your course and the Careers team are always more than happy to advise on how to write a design CV, give you tips on your interview technique and help you arrange your new portfolio to demonstrate your new skills to the best of your ability.

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“I have been lecturing to KLC students for over 20 years now and

my company has employed many of the school’s graduates!”

Sally StoreyDesign Director, John Cullen Lighting

“At Taylor Howes we have a long standing relationship with KLC

concerning graduate recruitment. KLC understand the type of designer that will fit in and flourish in our team and one of

our Directors was a KLC graduate!”

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How to ApplyIf you’ve decided that you want to study with KLC School of Design, then we’d love to hear from you! Get in touch with our Admissions team and they’ll get the ball rolling with your application.

+44 (0)20 7376 3377 | info@klc.co.uk

04 InterviewCall and book your interview appointment with the Admission team. They’ll explain what the process is, who you’ll be meeting with and send you the relevant paperwork to complete.

*Please note: you do not need to apply through UCAS, you can apply directly to the school

05 OfferIf you are successful and we decided to make an offer of a place on the course, the Admissions team will contact you within three working days. Sometimes you may need to provide additional evidence to support your application, but we’ll let you know if that’s the case.

06 EnrolmentKLC courses are filled on a first come, first served basis, so we strongly advise that you return your enrolment forms and deposit as soon as possible to secure your place.

01 Give us a bellOur friendly Course Advisors are on hand to talk you through our variety of courses if you’re unsure which is best for you. They’ll recommend a few options and email you any additional information you need.

02 Attend an Open DayCome and get a feel for the school at one of our regular Open Days. There’ll be student project work on display, tutors and graduates to chat with and a detailed presentation about the different course options.

03 Choose your courseWe offer a qualification level and study method to suit everyone. Our staff are always happy to discuss your requirements and point you towards which option would be best for you.

Further informationFor more information on other courses which KLC offer, or to receive details on funding, student visas and accommodation, please contact the Admission team on info@klc.co.uk

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Whether you’re visiting us for an Open Day, attending an interview or just want to pop in for a chat, we’d love to welcome you to our school.

By TrainImperial Wharf station is a two minute walk from the school, where you can catch the train or the Overground towards Clapham Junction, or Stratford.

By TubeFulham Broadway tube station is about 10–15 minutes away and the route is relatively simple.

By BusThe C3 route from Clapham Junction to Earls Court stops right outside our building (handy for when the trains are cancelled!)

By CarEntry to Chelsea Harbour Drive is only available via Lots Road due to barriers. There is a public pay and display carpark underneath the Design Centre, which charges £2.70 per hour or £32.40 for a full day (12 hours) of parking.

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