- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course will provide students with a background in colour theory as it relates to interior design including colour schemes. The class consists of lectures, discussions and in-class exercises through individual and group work. Topics will include the physics of colour, colour theories, physiology of colour, psychology of colour, colour in art, focusing on the application of colour in residential design.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in INTD 1100
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$593.82 - $636.76 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the additive and subtractive colour wheel and the colour relationships.
- Identify the value and intensity of a given hue.
- Analyze the differences between tints, tones, and shades.
- Discuss the perception of colour in different contexts to reliably predict the results of colour usage.
- Utilize the psychological and physiological effects of colour as a tool for creating a specific ambience.
- Discuss key principles of colour theorists.
- Explain the scientific, historical, aesthetic, and psychological aspects of colour.
- Employ colour, texture, and pattern in a design with an understanding of the importance of balance distribution and value throughout the space.
- Create harmonious colour palettes for a variety of residential spaces.
- Assemble a colour and material board to articulate a colour scheme in a clear and professional manner.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Colour for Interior Design (INTD 2130) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Certificate Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are three offerings of INTD 2130 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 80020
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 80020
- $593.82 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Joanne Crozier
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. If you wish to be placed on the INTD Department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your Name, Student Number, Course Number, and CRN. Please note - waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on Registration Day.
Status
CRN 80022
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 30 Loading
- CRN 80022
- $636.76 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 30 | Mon | 13:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. If you wish to be placed on the INTD Department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your Name, Student Number, Course Number, and CRN. Please note - waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on Registration Day. No class on the stat holiday - Monday, February 16th (Family Day).
Status
CRN 80021
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 25 Loading
- CRN 80021
- $636.76 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Wed | 13:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 352 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Deanna Kilt
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. If you wish to be placed on the INTD Department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your Name, Student Number, Course Number, and CRN. Please note - waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on Registration Day.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.