Students explore various methods of design research, and conduct research pertaining to emerging design issues and concerns. Students use their research findings to develop a research and programming document related to a self-directed capstone project. Students develop the design opportunity in ID 422 Interiors Studio 8. This course partially satisfies the University's Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement (GCCR).

Students explore business practices as they relate to the profession of interior design. Students study how design firms work collaboratively and respond to client needs. Students understand professional examination requirements and undertake practice exams.

Undergraduate research assistantships provide opportunities for students to enrich their educational experiences while simultaneously supporting the ongoing research agenda of a faculty member or the School of Interiors.

Advanced exploration of a specific topic in the profession of interior design. May be offered as a studio and lecture. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

This course will focus on creativity and the design process with emphasis on investigation of current topics in interior design and the built environment. Theoretical frameworks will be explored to advance understanding of creativity and help students form a knowledge base for developing an in-depth research topic.

Independent research for the exploration of a specific problem in interior design. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

Problems involving independent laborory, studio, and/or library study conforming to the student's special interest under the direction of an appropriate faculty member having proficiency in the area selected. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

An introduction to the history of early childhood education and an overview of current laws and best practices. Discussions will include issues impacting families and current research in early childhood education.