Higher Certificate in Interior Decorating Course Requirements at BHC
The Higher Certificate in Interior Decorating is a higher Certificate offered by BHC for 2027 learners, taking 1 year to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Higher Certificate in Interior Decorating at BHC
- National Senior Certificate meeting general higher certificate entry requirements.
About this course
An entry level qualification in decorating theory, materials, furnishings and design principles, including a three week industry placement and a professional portfolio project.
Possible careers
Interior decorator, decorating assistant, retail design consultant
Course intelligence for Higher Certificate in Interior Decorating
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Higher Certificate in Interior Decorating doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like BHC. Ask BHC directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
BHC’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with BHC and NSFAS.
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply online; the 2027 intake closes 22 February 2027.
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- Duration
- 1 year
- NQF Level
- 5
- Fees
- R64,400, excluding an international registration surcharge where applicable.
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Source: BHC School of Design prospectus. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with BHC School of Design before applying.