Lighting design is a growing interdisciplinary field cutting across areas such as architecture, physics, and sustainability. Students of lighting design may study such topics as the interaction of natural and artificial light, using light to affect moods and create environments, and the latest trends in commercial lighting.

An advanced diploma is a scholastic program that provides students with the in-depth education they need to further advance in their career or to qualify for unique professional opportunities. Many advanced diplomas can be completed in a short amount of time, which makes them ideal for busy students.