University of Wisconsin–Madison

Major Advising Page – Interior Architecture

Majors in the School of Human Ecology seek to improve the lives of children, families, consumers, and communities. We value study abroad as a high-impact experience that helps students understand the interconnectedness of people and systems that impact us on a global scale.

Prospective Interior Architecture students

The Interior Architecture major is highly sequenced and requires students to complete major coursework on campus. You can study abroad in your junior or senior year without impacting the time to your degree if you work with your Human Ecology academic advisor to ensure that all required courses are being completed during on-campus semesters. Students who join the major after their first semester are encouraged to work closely with an academic advisor in Human Ecology to discuss options.

Interior Architecture course considerations abroad

You can study abroad during your junior or senior year, during winter break, or during the summer. Study abroad can be a great time to complete Design Focus coursework.

Mapping your study abroad experience as an Interior Architecture major

You can study abroad during your junior or senior year, during winter break, or during the summer. Most interior architecture coursework cannot be completed abroad, although Design Focus coursework can be an option. If you are also majoring in another discipline, you will ultimately want to determine what works best for both of your programs by consulting with your academic advisors as early as possible in your time at UW-Madison.

Questions to ask

Your Academic Advisor:

  • What classes must I complete for my degree (breadth/depth, major requirements, etc.)?
  • Do I need to be on UW-Madison’s campus for any courses in my major?
  • How many electives do I have outside of my major?

Your Study Abroad Advisor:

  • What classes can I take abroad?
  • How and when do I select courses for my program?
  • When will I know course equivalents for my program?
  • What is the class structure like abroad?

Hear from students in your major

Explore student blogs and reflections to see how your peers have connected international experiences to their studies. Discover real stories about the skills, challenges, and professional insights gained through our programs.

Identifying programs that are right for you

The following list of programs is meant to be a starting point and should not limit you as you consider your program options. Past SoHE students have participated in these programs, and some have relevant major or elective coursework. However, courses offered as part of these programs may not be the best fit for you, depending on where you are in the major.

International Internships

International internships are another way to gain valuable professional experience abroad while earning course credit. While you can often participate in a part-time internship as part of your study abroad program, it is also possible to participate in an Internship-focused program or a UW Signature Internship.

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Research all programs using the Program Search page. The above is not an exhaustive list of all programs. There may be other programs that are a better fit for your individual needs or interests.

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