Develop the styling techniques, design thinking and creative ability to bring spaces, products, food, weddings and events to life. You’ll dive deep into the styling and creative direction process, from interpreting briefs and sourcing furniture, props and materials, to crafting visual stories for a range of clients and contexts.

Explore what it means to build a unique visual identity, establish your personal brand, and gain the business skills needed to work as a successful freelance stylist. Learn how to collaborate within editorial, eCommerce, branding and commercial environments, developing a toolkit that’s creative, strategic and adaptable.

Throughout the course, you’ll work through practical case studies and styling activities developed by professional stylists. Each project is designed to simulate real-world briefs, helping you build confidence, refine your aesthetic, and step into the industry with a clear creative voice.

With this course qualification you’ll:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the styling industry, design, colour and styling trends
• Be equipped to start a successful styling business, including creating your own visual brand identity, digital presence and visual storytelling style
• Have the ability to launch your career as a professional Interior and Property Stylist
• Style and capture engaging product, editorial and food imagery for a brand or editorial applications as a Product Stylist
• Bring your vision and concepts to life as a Wedding Stylist through innovative creative direction, styling and floristry
• Create memorable experiences as an Event Stylist for a range of events including corporate events, themed parties, media launches and brand activations

IDOSTY01 FUNDAMENTALS OF DESIGN AND COLOUR

Be introduced to the fundamental creative principles required to start your journey as a Stylist. We’ll expose you to the amazing world of colour and how it’s used effectively in styling projects. Explore 2D and 3D drawing techniques as well as design and creative thinking principles and processes.

IDOSTY02 THE CREATIVE BUSINESS

Gain key insights and learn the business skills to work as an in-house stylist for a company, or in your own freelance business. Establish your own visual brand and professional identity to promote yourself on any marketing or digital platform.

IDOSTY03 INTERIOR AND PROPERTY STYLING

You’ll be a visual story teller – sourcing, selecting and curating furniture, accessories and props to create a narrative to transform a space. We’ll cover both the creative and business aspects of interior and property styling including the core design principles you’ll need to interpret a brief, manage and creatively direct the styling of an interior or a photo shoot.

IDOSTY04 EDITORIAL, PRODUCT AND FOOD STYLING

Learn how to style and capture engaging product, editorial and food imagery for a brand or editorial application. You’ll develop ideas for a product launch, in either a physical or digital environment, then bring your concept to life through innovative and artistic styling.

IDOSTY05 WEDDING STYLING

Bring your vision and concepts to life through innovative creative direction, styling and floristry. Conceptualise, source and specify all elements of a special day including table settings and napery, lighting, stationary, props and florals.

IDOSTY06 EVENT DESIGN AND STYLING

Use innovative styling and project management to create memorable experiences for a range of events including corporate events, themed parties, media launches and brand activations. Prepare to work in the industry by consolidating your skills and knowledge and developing proposals for real life indoor and outdoor events.

Competencies available here

The course is separated into 6 units of study;

• Unit 1 Fundamentals of Design and Colour + Design Kit | $2,025
• Unit 2 The Creative Business | $990
• Unit 3 Interior and Property Styling | $1,190
• Unit 4 Editorial, Product and Food Styling | $1,190
• Unit 5 Wedding Styling | $1,190
• Unit 6 Event Design and Styling | $1,190
• Total course cost  |  $7,775 (GST Free)
• Pay in full upfront to receive 10% off |  $6,997.50 (GST Free)

Your Design Kit will be shipped free internationally. You will need to cover the cost of any GST, customs or duty that may be charged by your local authority. Please allow AUD $50 incidental printing costs. We will provide a link to purchase a 12-month educational subscription to SketchUp (recommended, approx. AUD $99). Alternatively, a free version with limited capabilities can be used.

We know the investment you’re making in your future is an important one, which is why we offer a range of payment options.

Option 1 – Pay Upfront and Save

Pay for the total course cost at enrolment and receive a 10% discount.

• Course cost  |  $7,775 (GST Free)
• Less 10% discount
• Total Course cost  |  $6,997.50 (GST Free)

Option 2 – Pay Unit by Unit

Pay for Unit 1 at time of enrolment and then pay for each subsequent unit when you finish your current unit.

Option 3 – Pay by Instalment

Pay an initial unit deposit at the time of enrolment, followed by monthly instalments via Ezidebit. Please note, payment by instalment is available to Australian students only. For full instalment details, click here.

If you require a longer instalment plan to pay for your first unit please contact our team on [email protected] for more options.

Note: A credit card transaction fee will be applied at checkout for all payments.

This course is delivered entirely online through our easy to use eCampus, accessible anywhere with an internet connection. It’s filled with inspiring content, step-by-step video tutorials, and practical resources designed to support your creative learning.

You’ll work through a series of structured activities that guide you through the creative styling process, building your knowledge, confidence, and design thinking along the way.

Our Educators, all practising professionals, are just a phone call or email away to answer questions and offer personalised guidance. Once you’ve completed your activities and assessments, simply upload your work to the eCampus for marking and feedback.

To stay on track, we recommend setting aside around 10 hours a week to complete this course over 1–2 years. You’ll have 6 months to complete each unit. This nationally recognised qualification can also be credited toward the Diploma of Interior Design at IDO or Sydney Design School, if you choose to continue your studies online or on campus.

Our Careers Coach will help you step into the industry. You’ll get one on one support to craft a professional resume and identify job opportunities in your local area. You’ll also gain access to our exclusive online job board featuring Sydney-based roles.

Graduate career opportunities

• Interior or Property Stylist
• Editorial, Product or Food Stylist
• Wedding Stylist
• Events Stylist
• Entrepreneur in your own styling business

You don’t need any previous experience just enthusiasm and a passion for styling! We start from the basics and gradually build your skills, knowledge and confidence. You will need basic computer knowledge and the ability to navigate the internet.

To study with Interior Design Online you will need a strong command of the English language (verbal, written and comprehension) and, if required, be able to score at least 6 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test here or an equivalent.

If required, our team will be in contact with you by telephone to assess your English language proficiency, prior to an enrolment confirmation being sent. If your application is not successful due to your language ability your payment will be refunded in full.

It’s easy! Apply online today. Follow the link below to enter your details into our online application form. You can choose to pay for the course in full, by unit or by instalments.

Please allow one business day for our team to process your application and payment. You’ll then receive a confirmation of your enrolment via email including your login to our eCampus and payment receipt.

This will be followed by a welcome email from an Educator. You’ll receive a link to join a live online welcome session via Zoom when you’ll be given guided tour of our eCampus. Your Design Kit will be posted to you and should arrive within one week of your enrolment, but you won’t need the resources until much further into your course.

You’ll receive an accredited and internationally recognised dual branded qualification from Sydney Design School and Interior Design Online. This course is accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority, the Government’s national regulator for vocational education. RTO91446.