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Evaluating 97 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the excellent user experience, praising the self-paced nature of the courses and the well-structured, easy-to-understand modules. Many appreciate the detailed and informative content, which helps them build confidence and practical skills. The staff, especially the tutors, are consistently described as helpful, supportive, and providing valuable feedback, making the learning process enjoyable and effective. However, some customers also noted specific issues, such as difficulties navigating certain programs like AutoCAD due to confusing course materials, which occasionally required external assistance. A few people mentioned that while the assignments are comprehensive, they can be time-consuming and overwhelming. Additionally, some expressed a desire for a distinction system for high scores, feeling that simply passing doesn't fully acknowledge their efforts.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have loved every bit of the assignments and studying! It has been brilliant for me to study at my own pace as I am still working full time as a teacher. The content is fabulous and the expecta... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This course is very thorough, the modules are easy to read, not too heavy, and written in a way that keeps you interested as it builds through the different modules. The assignments are explained well... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My tutor has been very helpful and responds quickly. The modules are laid out well and brakes the design process down into clear steps to give you a thorough understanding. The assignment provide valu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced modules are great I have taken advantage of completing some advanced modules as part of my study and will continue to add more. It is great to have access to these courses within the Insti... See more

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At The Interior Design Institute, we don’t just teach design principles — we empower students to uncover their own unique style and nurture their natural creativity. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently bring your design ideas to life through 12 in-depth modules covering everything from design principles and history to spatial planning, lighting, and materials. Our fully online course combines engaging video content, interactive workshops, and assignments at your own pace, with personalised feedback from experienced tutors and access to an exclusive student community. While many students complete the course in around 24 weeks, you have up to 12 months to finish, giving you the flexibility to balance learning with other commitments. Whether you’re pursuing a new career or enhancing your passion for design, this course provides the foundation and support to help you succeed. Registration Code 45423

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Start an Exciting New Hobby or Career !
The Interior Design Institute offers you the most advanced and comprehensive online solution to learning available today. We offer the most thorough home study course in Interior Design using the very latest online learning techniques. Our commitment to providing the highest quality training program has resulted in unique teaching and student support systems, which produce unparalleled results. RTO Code 45423

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Interior Design…

My experience with Interior Design institute has been 10/10. I have recommended to many of my friends

11 May 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

We're happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience SC! Thank you for your high rating and for recommending us to your friends; we appreciate it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced modules are great

Advanced modules are great

I have taken advantage of completing some advanced modules as part of my study and will continue to add more. It is great to have access to these courses within the Institute so additional enrolments are not required- particularly if you want to specialise in certain areas of design. It offers a layer of confidence once you graduate.

6 May 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you for your wonderful review, Amin 😊 We’re so pleased to hear that you’ve been enjoying the advanced modules and finding value in being able to expand your studies within the Institute.

It’s great to know the additional modules are helping build your confidence and support your goals to specialise in certain areas of design. Wishing you continued success throughout the rest of your studies!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Essential learning for Interior Designers…

On line learning with your own pace to achieve your end result.
Value for money course with extra modules which can be completed along the way

20 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Caterina 😊 We’re so pleased to hear that you’re enjoying the flexibility of learning at your own pace and finding the course great value for money.

It’s fantastic to know the extra modules have added to your learning experience. Wishing you continued success as you work towards your goals in interior design!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Interesting, flexible, practical and enjoyable!

This course is very thorough, the modules are easy to read, not too heavy, and written in a way that keeps you interested as it builds through the different modules. The assignments are explained well, often with examples so you know which way to head. I started this a long time ago, but have had periods of time when life and family and other work have just got too hectic and I didnt have the headspace. Being able to extend the course has been fantastic, and Im now almost finished. Its going to feel great to get there and I have learnt so much. The last few modules really get you thinking about how you are going to set up your business and I have found them very practical, with lots of notes to print out and keep to refer back to when I am in business.

5 May 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you so much for sharing your experience!

We’re really glad to hear you’ve found the course interesting, practical, and enjoyable throughout. It’s great that the modules have kept you engaged and that the assignments — with clear guidance and examples — have helped you stay on track.

Life can definitely get busy, so it’s wonderful to know the flexibility and extension options made it possible for you to keep going and now be so close to finishing — that’s a big achievement!

We’re especially pleased that the final modules are helping you think about setting up your business in a practical way. Those are such important steps, and having resources to refer back to can make all the difference.

Wishing you all the best as you complete the course — you’re nearly there! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

The Interior Design Institute has excellent modules within their courses which are relevant and exciting to do.

29 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the modules and finding them both relevant and exciting. It’s great to know the course is keeping you engaged—wishing you continued inspiration as you progress!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am thoroughly enjoying the course and…

I am thoroughly enjoying the course and don’t feel like I am in an environment I don’t belong in as a mature aged student, my tutor is wonderful and responds quickly to any of my questions and explains in a manner of understanding and not in a way to make me more confused!

Loving it 😊

29 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

It’s so lovely to hear how comfortable and supported you’re feeling in the course, Brigitte 😊 That sense of belonging—especially as a mature student—really matters, and we’re so glad you’re experiencing that.

It’s also wonderful to know your tutor has been so responsive and clear in their guidance—that kind of support can make all the difference.

Thank you for sharing your experience, and we’re so happy to have you enjoying the journey with us! ✨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Diploma course review

I've really enjoyed the course so far. The modules are been relevant to what I expected I would need to have learnt, and have been really challenging! The additional support via online webinars and tutorials have been invaluable to the course so far.

27 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

That’s wonderful to hear, Kerrin 😊

It’s great that the modules are both relevant and challenging in the right way—that’s exactly what helps everything really click. We’re also really glad the webinars and tutorials have been supportive for you along the way.

Wishing you lots of continued progress and enjoyment as you move through the course!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have loved every bit of the…

I have loved every bit of the assignments and studying! It has been brilliant for me to study at my own pace as I am still working full time as a teacher. The content is fabulous and the expectations are high, which is great.

If there were anything I’d like to see more of, it is maybe a register of people willing to teach or demonstrate Sketch Up and Layout in person in your local area, or even like a virtual meeting. As the only challenge I have found is trying to navigate learning these programs with written information - I think I would understand and learn more if I could see someone demonstrating and showing me.

Overall, I am so excited about this Diploma course and I am so pleased with the confidence it has given me.

Nicole xo

26 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Hi Nicole,

This was such a lovely read—thank you for sharing it! It’s great to hear how much you’ve been enjoying the assignments and that studying at your own pace has worked so well alongside full-time teaching. That’s no small feat, and it’s wonderful that the course is meeting you at that level.

We completely understand how challenging it can be to learn programs like SketchUp and Layout through written materials alone—it’s a very common experience, and many students feel the same way. At the moment, we don’t have a system in place to connect students with local tutors or live demonstrations, but we truly appreciate you sharing this idea. It’s helpful for us to hear where additional support could make a difference, and we’ll be sure to pass your feedback along to the team.

It’s so good to hear how much your confidence has grown—that’s exactly what we hope for. We’re really excited for you as you continue through the Diploma!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely loving this course

Absolutely loving this course. Extremely relevant and engaging content. I would highly recommend The Interior Design Institute.

22 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

We're happy to hear that you are absolutely loving the course and find the content relevant and engaging, Ingrid! Thank you for highly recommending us; we appreciate it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The modules and assignments are super…

The modules and assignments are super helpful and as I go along I realise how much I’ve been learning and picking up in everyday life

21 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

We're happy to hear that our modules and assignments are so helpful for you, Jasmin. It's great to know you're learning and applying new skills in your daily life. Thanks for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Well-Structured Interior Design Course

I really like how well-structured the modules are in this interior design course. The learning path is clear and easy to follow, which helps me stay engaged.

The SketchUp lessons are especially helpful. They are explained in a simple way, so even someone with little computer experience can understand and use the tools with confidence. This has really helped me learn faster than I expected.

One downside is that the Facebook chat groups are no longer available. They were a great way to connect with other students, see their progress, and share tips and experiences. It was also very motivating to see how others were doing, especially when I felt stuck.

Overall, I think the course is well designed and supportive, and it is helping me build confidence and practical interior design skills.

16 April 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback, Anamaria—we’re really glad to hear how much you’re enjoying the course 😊

It’s wonderful to know the structure and learning path are helping you stay engaged, and that the SketchUp lessons feel clear and accessible. Hearing that it’s boosted your confidence and helped you progress faster is exactly what we hope for.

We completely understand your comments about the Facebook chat groups—they were a great space for connection and motivation. Unfortunately, these groups were discontinued due to changes on Facebook’s side, which meant we were no longer able to keep them running in the same way. We truly appreciate you sharing how valuable they were to your experience.

Thanks again for taking the time to share your feedback—we’re so pleased the course is supporting your growth and skills!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such a great and in depth course

Such a great and in depth course, great tutors and modules full of knowledge

13 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

We're happy to hear that you found our course so great and in depth, with helpful tutors and modules full of knowledge. Thanks for your feedback, Chelsea!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Big fan of this course

I love this course! It's just starting to get really exciting😁just a few things were a little unclear but the tutors are really helpful.

25 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Hi Safara,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback 😊 We’re so glad to hear you’re enjoying the course and that it’s starting to feel really exciting! It’s also great to know our tutors have been helpful whenever things felt a little unclear—that’s exactly what they’re there for. Wishing you lots of continued enjoyment as you progress, we’re excited to be part of your journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great course

Its really helped me to develop my design skills, its been a lot of fun :)

24 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

We're so glad that our course has helped you enhance your design skills and that you've had a lot of fun using it! Thanks for your feedback, Ellen.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Course Structure

The courses are structured in a way that makes sense and progresses both your knowledge and skill set. The work work is easy to understand and thorough

19 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you for your kind feedback, Brent! 😊

We’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying the course structure and finding the content clear and easy to follow. Wishing you continued success with your studies! ✨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend

I would highly recommend the Diploma of Interior Design with IDI! I have loved this course, the content was informative, presented well and genuinely educational. Each module flows onto the next, and has relevance to previous content learnt so everything feels engaging. My tutor, Linda, is great! She is helpful, supportive and provides great feedback.

29 October 2025
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendation, Shayley! 😊

We’re delighted to hear how much you’ve enjoyed the course and found the content engaging and well-structured. It’s also lovely to hear your kind words about Linda — we’ll be sure to pass that on to her!

Wishing you all the best as you continue your interior design journey! ✨

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Educational

I would highly recommend this course as it is extremely informative and really provides great detail into the interior design world. Each module provides illuminating details addressing each subject in depth. I find the material to be at a level suitable for a novice while still providing educational concepts to broaden ones ambitions in the design space.

8 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the course both informative and accessible, and that it’s helped broaden your understanding of the interior design world. It’s wonderful to know the modules are providing value at every level, from novice to more ambitious learners.

We really appreciate your recommendation and your kind words—they mean a lot! 🌟

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tutors are helpful and the course…

Tutors are helpful and the course information is very informative and detailed

10 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Hi Julia, thanks so much for your feedback! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear you’re finding the tutors helpful and the course info so detailed and useful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Comprehensive course with great support

The Diploma of Interior Design provided by IDI is a great course! It is very comprehensive and well laid out and as a result gradually builds your skills and confidence in the interior design industry. My tutor, Linda, is fabulous, she is always on hand if I have questions, as are the administration staff who support the course. If you are looking for a well run online design course that covers all the industry requirements, for a fraction of the price as elsewhere then look no further; I highly recommend IDI's Diploma of Interior Design!

8 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Hi Rochelle,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the Diploma of Interior Design comprehensive and confidence-building. Linda and our support team will be so happy to know their support made a difference for you.

We really appreciate your recommendation and are glad the course has given you a strong foundation in the interior design industry. Wishing you all the best as you continue your design journey! ✨

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The content is easy to understand and…

The content is easy to understand and visually great! It can be difficult to keep the momentum when doing it alone, some sort of group chat on the platform would be great or an easier way to ask smaller questions? The self paced nature makes it so good for those people who have to work. Thank you!

8 March 2026
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Reply from The Interior Design Institute

Hi Kayla,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re really glad to hear that you’re enjoying the course content and finding it easy to follow and visually engaging. It’s also wonderful to know that the self-paced format is working well alongside your work commitments.

We completely understand your point about maintaining momentum when studying independently. While the course itself is self-paced, we do have a student Facebook group where many students connect, share experiences, and support each other during their studies. We also appreciate your suggestion about having an easier way to ask smaller questions on the platform — feedback like this is very helpful as we continue looking at ways to improve the student experience.

Please remember that our Student Support team is always here if you have any questions along the way — big or small — and we’re always happy to help.

Thanks again for sharing your experience, and we wish you all the best with the rest of your course! 😊

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