Postgraduate Diploma in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus
Online 800 h Postgraduate Diploma in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus. 8 modules covering UNE-EN ISO 7730 (thermal comfort), UNE-EN 16798-1 (indoor environment parameters) and DIALux evo. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus — studying from New Zealand
Health engineering in New Zealand covers medical devices, biomechanics, rehabilitation technology and occupational safety, with significant activity in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. The Medsafe regulator within the Ministry of Health oversees medical device approval, and the Accident Compensation Corporation plays a central role in workplace injury prevention and safety. Biomechanics research is supported by university groups and by the country's strong sports science community.
Fees for New Zealand: NZ$2,550 (New Zealand dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in New Zealand
Typical roles
Questions from New Zealand
Will this qualification be recognised by Engineering New Zealand in New Zealand?
Engineering New Zealand is the professional body for engineers here and runs the Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) pathway. SEIUM's qualifications are private qualifications, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition for any purpose is decided by the employer or the relevant body, so check with them before relying on it for registration.
Would a biomechanics or wearables background help me find work in New Zealand?
Interest in wearables and workplace safety exists across New Zealand's health technology, rehabilitation, sport science and occupational health sectors. Whether an employer values a SEIUM qualifications depends on the employer's own assessment of your skills and experience. A portfolio of applied projects is often what carries the most weight in hiring decisions.
Can I study this while working full time in New Zealand?
Yes. The programme is fully online and taught in English, so you can study from anywhere, including from home, and you do not need a student visa for that. Master's programmes total 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, with an assigned technical tutor. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Identify the factors that determine comfort in interior spaces.
Assess thermal comfort using the PMV and PPD indices.
Design strategies for good indoor air quality.
Control interior acoustics through materials and geometry.
Plan natural and artificial lighting with visual comfort.
Select furniture using ergonomic criteria.
Integrate all comfort criteria into an interior design project.
Who it's for
- Interior designers who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- Environmental comfort consultants who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- Architectural acoustics technicians who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- Lighting designers who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- WELL certification consultants who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- Technical architects who want to specialise in Interior Design with a Comfort Focus.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences looking to move into architecture and interior design.
What you'll work with
- UNE-EN ISO 7730 (thermal comfort)
- UNE-EN 16798-1 (indoor environment parameters)
- UNE-EN 12464-1 (lighting of indoor work places)
- CTE DB-HR (protection against noise)
- RITE (Royal Decree 1027/2007)
- UNE-EN ISO 3382-2 (reverberation time)
- WELL Building Standard
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Dimensions of comfort: thermal, acoustic, visual and air1.2Wellbeing and productivity1.3WELL and LEED certifications1.4EN 16798-1 standard for indoor environments1.5User and perception of space1.6Neuroarchitecture1.7Biophilia in design1.8Environmental quality indicators1.9Occupant surveys (POE)1.10Case study: post-occupancy evaluation of an office
2.1ISO 7730 and comfort categories2.2ASHRAE 55 adaptive model2.3Draughts and stratification2.4Radiant temperature and surfaces2.5Radiant versus convective systems2.6Individual control2.7Energy simulation and comfort2.8Sensors and monitoring2.9Passive strategies2.10Practical: PMV calculation for a room
3.1CO2 as a ventilation indicator3.2Volatile organic compounds3.3PM2.5 particles3.4Low-emission materials3.5Ventilation under RITE3.6ISO 16890 filtration3.7Humidity and mould3.8Air quality sensors3.9Air purifiers and their effectiveness3.10Laboratory: CO2 monitoring in a classroom
4.1Reverberation time4.2Absorption and absorbent materials4.3Sound insulation under CTE DB-HR4.4Speech intelligibility4.5Open-plan offices and ISO 3382-34.6Building services noise4.7Sound masking4.8Acoustic design of restaurants4.9On-site acoustic measurements4.10Workshop: acoustic treatment of a meeting room
5.1Daylight and daylight factor5.2EN 12464-1 standard5.3Glare (UGR)5.4Colour temperature and colour rendering5.5Circadian and melanopic lighting5.6Control and dimming5.7Windows and solar shading5.8Lighting simulation with DIALux5.9External views5.10Practical: lighting design for an office
6.1Workstations and display screens6.2Ergonomic chairs and EN 13356.3Height-adjustable desks6.4Spaces for collaboration and concentration6.5Design for diverse users6.6Materials and touch6.7Layout and circulation6.8Healthcare and residential furniture6.9Workstation assessment6.10Case study: redesign of a workstation
7.1Functional brief and requirements7.2Integrated services design7.3Selection of materials and finishes7.4Sustainability and circular economy7.5Budget and prioritisation7.6BIM coordination7.7Commissioning7.8Continuous monitoring7.9Client communication7.10Workshop: interior design decision matrix
8.1Space and user analysis8.2Comfort objectives8.3Thermal and ventilation strategy8.4Acoustic design8.5Lighting design8.6Furniture and layout8.7Simulation-based evaluation8.8Budget8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is DIALux evo, Revit, DesignBuilder (EnergyPlus), ODEON, CYPE, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for on-site thermal comfort measurements, indoor air quality audits, and acoustic and lighting measurements in spaces. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Identify the factors that determine comfort in interior spaces.
Assess thermal comfort using the PMV and PPD indices.
Design strategies for good indoor air quality.
Control interior acoustics through materials and geometry.
Plan natural and artificial lighting with visual comfort.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The programme uses DIALux evo, Revit, DesignBuilder (EnergyPlus), ODEON and CYPE. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This is in-house training, not an official title from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
Related programmes
Postgraduate Diploma in Workload and Attention Assessment (DMS/OMS)
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Workload and Attention Assessment (DMS/OMS). 8 modules covering Regulation (EU) 2019/2144 (General Vehicle Safety), Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2590 (Advanced Driver Distraction…
Postgraduate Diploma in Prevention and Risk Management Programmes in High Performance
Online Postgraduate Diploma of 800 h in Prevention and Risk Management Programmes in High Performance. 8 modules with the IOC Consensus Statement on Load and Injury…
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Metrics and Progress Assessment
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Metrics and Progress Assessment. 8 modules covering the International Classification of Functioning (ICF, WHO), COSMIN Guidelines (measurement properties) and R.…
More in Health, Biomechanics, Wearables & Operational Safety
All Health, Biomechanics, Wearables & Operational Safety programmes → · How to apply · Fees & financing · Scholarships