Master’s in Premium Interior Engineering & Craftsmanship
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in premium interiors and craftsmanship engineering. 12 modules covering luxury perception, craftsmanship, leather, wood and natural materials, detail components, sensory quality, bespoke programmes, artisan manufacturing, regulations and sustainability, with an assigned technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Define the attributes that build the perception of luxury.
Audit and specify the craftsmanship of an interior.
Select and work with leather, wood, metal and fine textiles.
Design details and components with high sensory quality.
Manage personalisation and bespoke programmes.
Combine craftsmanship and industrial manufacturing in short series.
Integrate sustainability and durability into premium interiors.
Who it's for
- Premium interior designers working on luxury cars, jets or yachts.
- Craftsmanship specialists responsible for detail execution and audits.
- Luxury CMF designers selecting leather, wood, metal and textiles.
- Bespoke programme managers handling one-off client commissions.
- Perceived quality engineers focused on sensory and visual quality.
- Artisan workshop managers combining traditional trades with industrial processes.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to move into luxury automotive.
What you'll work with
- ISO 105-B02 (colour fastness to artificial light)
- ISO 17075-1 (chemical determination of chromium(VI) content in leather)
- FMVSS 302 (flammability of interior materials)
- ISO 3795 (burning behaviour of interior materials)
- EASA CS-25 (25.853) (compartment interiors fire requirements for large aeroplanes)
- FSC-STD-40-004 (chain of custody certification)
- VDA 270 (determination of the odour characteristics of trim materials)
- Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) (registration, evaluation, authorisation and restriction of chemicals)
- Autodesk Alias
- Autodesk VRED
- Adobe Substance 3D
- CLO 3D
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Luxury and premium: conceptual differences1.2The psychology of perceived value1.3Craftsmanship versus mass production1.4Heritage and brand storytelling1.5Quality cues in the interior1.6Multisensory experience of the cabin1.7Exclusivity and personalisation1.8Luxury customers and markets1.9Sustainable and conscious luxury1.10Case study: analysis of a luxury saloon interior
2.1An operational definition of craftsmanship2.2Joints, radii and transitions2.3Alignment of lines between parts2.4Precise seams and topstitching2.5Colour and gloss consistency2.6Concealing fasteners and screws2.7Quality of edges and corners2.8Symmetry and visual harmony2.9Craftsmanship audits2.10Lab: craftsmanship audit with a template
3.1Tanning and leather finishes3.2Full-grain and corrected-grain hides3.3Selection and grading of hides3.4Manual and automatic cutting3.5Double and decorative stitching3.6Quilting and diamond patterns3.7Perforation and ventilation3.8Ageing and patina3.9Animal-free alternatives3.10Workshop: pattern-making for a quilted cover
4.1Wood veneers and their selection4.2Open-pore finishes4.3Marquetry and inlays4.4High-gloss lacquers4.5Dimensional stability of wood4.6Solid metals and knurling4.7Natural stone in thin sheets4.8Wool, cashmere and fine textiles4.9Porcelain and decorative ceramics4.10Practical: marquetry sample with metal
5.1Knurled metal controls5.2Crafted speaker grilles5.3Analogue dashboard clocks5.4Cut-glass controls5.5Accent and contour lighting5.6Deep-pile wool floor mats5.7Door handles and pulls5.8Interior logos and badges5.9Damped compartments and mechanisms5.10Case study: backlit glass control
6.1Tactile quality of fine surfaces6.2Sound of controls and closures6.3Odour of the interior and the leather6.4Damped lid movements6.5Perceived temperature of materials6.6Refined actuation forces6.7Expert sensory panels6.8Instrumental measurement of attributes6.9Objective and subjective correlation6.10Lab: sensory evaluation of rotary controls
7.1Manufacturer bespoke programmes7.2Custom interior configuration7.3Hand-built bodies and coachbuilding7.4Embroidery and monograms7.5Bespoke colours and hides7.6The personalised order process7.7Bespoke costs and lead times7.8Relationships with demanding clients7.9Storytelling and documentation of the piece7.10Workshop: bespoke proposal for a client
8.1Artisan workshops and trades8.2Hybridisation of craft and industry8.3Automation without loss of quality8.4Training artisans8.5Quality control of one-off pieces8.6Manual manufacturing times8.7Specialist artisan suppliers8.8Limited scaling and short series8.9Preserving traditional trades8.10Practical: production plan for a limited series
9.1Luxury automotive interiors9.2Private aviation cabins9.3Yacht interiors9.4Luxury tourist trains9.5Luxury hotel suites9.6Brand flagship stores9.7High-end residences9.8Designer furniture9.9Watchmaking and leather goods9.10Case study: cabin of a private jet
10.1Flammability of fine materials10.2Emissions and odour from leathers and woods10.3Ageing under light and heat10.4Fire requirements in aviation: CS-2510.5Fire requirements in the marine sector10.6Restricted substances in tanning10.7Durability of lacquered finishes10.8Maintenance and cleaning of materials10.9Warranties and customer complaints10.10Lab: light fastness test of a leather
11.1Traceability of raw materials11.2Responsibly sourced LWG leather11.3FSC-certified wood11.4High-end recycled materials11.5Durability as a luxury value11.6Repair and restoration11.7Second life of interiors11.8Communication without greenwashing11.9Sustainability certifications11.10Workshop: low-footprint premium interior
12.1Briefing for the premium interior12.2Research into luxury references12.3Interior concept and narrative12.4Selection of fine materials12.5Design of details and components12.6Prototype or artisan sample12.7Sensory and craftsmanship evaluation12.8Presentation to the end client12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so the programme is compatible with full-time work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Autodesk Alias, Autodesk VRED, Adobe Substance 3D and CLO 3D, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: craftsmanship audits of real interiors, sensory evaluations with expert panels and artisan samples of leather, wood and metal. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO 105-B02, ISO 17075-1, FMVSS 302, ISO 3795, EASA CS-25 (25.853), FSC-STD-40-004, VDA 270, Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH).
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Autodesk Alias, Autodesk VRED, Adobe Substance 3D, CLO 3D, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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