Department of Design
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Interior Design and Bachelor of Science in Apparel and Design Manufacturing degree programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. The Bachelor of Interior Design degree program is also accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.
Experiential Learning Opportunities
- Internships
- Design Garments for Professional Fashion Shows
- National & Regional Design Competitions
- Field Study Tours
- Faculty-Led Study Abroad
- Community-Oriented Service Projects
- Student Leadership Opportunities
- Real-World Project-Based Learning
- Undergraduate and Graduate Research Opportunities
About the Department
The Department of Design at Texas Tech University fosters a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment where students in Interior Design, Apparel Design, Environmental Design, and Interior Environmental Design are empowered to shape the future through innovative, socially responsible, and sustainable practices. Our programs blend theoretical knowledge with applied experience, preparing students to engage with the complex challenges of a globalized world.
With a commitment to emerging technologies, sustainability, and health and wellness, we equip students to lead in their fields, whether designing built environments that enhance the quality of life, creating sustainable fashion solutions or addressing pressing environmental concerns. Our diverse curriculum encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving, allowing students to explore the intersection of design, technology, and human experience. Through studio-based training, field experience, and research opportunities, our graduates emerge as design leaders ready to contribute to the advancement of their professions and the betterment of communities on a local and global scale.
Department of Design Degree Options
Apparel Design and Manufacturing
On-Campus
Interior Design
On-Campus
M.S. Environmental Design
On-Campus
Ph.D. Interior and Environmental Design
On-Campus
Department of Design
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Address
Texas Tech University, P.O. Box 41220, Lubbock, TX 79409-1220 -
Phone
806.742.3050 -
Email
hs.webmaster@ttu.edu