International School of Colour + Design

As with all enduring organisations and communities of people, a strong heritage, value driven philosophy and effective leadership, are the keys to iscd’s success.

Our education style follows the belief that everyone is inherently creative. Our educators become your mentors, guiding you towards a new career or a new you!

Our courses are flexible. Offered on campus or via distance education. Study at home, in your own time and at your own pace, or with a studio group on campus.

We offer both professional and leisure courses. No matter what creative outcome you want, we have a course that will suit you.

Our leisure courses are just that – easy, fun and informative, offering interesting and valuable ideas for you to use in your home.

The entry point for our professional courses is our Foundation Course. Even if you haven’t picked up a paintbrush since school, this nationally recognised course will get your creative juices flowing.

As well as developing a professional portfolio, our Foundation Course students complete two industry award projects including designing a rug for Designer Rugs and a Xmas card for Hosking Fine Stationary.

A course we are proud to claim as unique to iscd, our Colour Design Diploma is perfect for enthusiasts seeking to combine colour knowledge and design skills to work professionally as a Colour Designer.

Industry driven every step of the way, our Colour Design Diploma has well established relationships with paint companies Dulux, Murobond, Wattyl, Porters and Resene who support our students with awards and employment opportunities.

The Interior Styling Diploma teaches the essential aspects of interior styling, from initial brief to client presentation and how to develop an exciting yet functional space for residential and commercial clients.

The Interior Styling Diploma results in a professional portfolio illustrating all aspects of an interior, from floor plan to furniture, colour schemes to product specifications.

Our Surface Design Diploma concentrates on the creative application of colour and design to homewares, textiles, paper products and fabrics.

The Surface Design Diploma offers an attractive balance between creativity and technical confidence. Students apply their creative skills to a fascinating array of projects from swim wear to wallpaper; giftware to soft furnishings.

We’re more than a school. We offer events that go beyond the classroom. Annual Trends Seminars, regular Open Days and Behind Design Events keep you in touch with the world of International Design.