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Key Facts: Pancyprian TS Interior Design III Π.Κ. Exam

505

Official subject code for ΣΧΕΔΙΑΣΜΟΣ ΕΣΩΤΕΡΙΚΟΥ ΧΩΡΟΥ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.) in the 2026 Pancyprian Access Examinations

Cyprus Examinations Service

3 hours

Official examination duration from the 2026 timetable (08:00–11:00)

Cyprus Examinations Service

EUR 25

2026 fee per access subject (not code 032)

Cyprus Examinations Service

0–20

Marking scale for each Pancyprian subject

Cyprus Examinations Service

408

Distinct theoretical-direction Interior Design III subject code (Θ.Κ.) — not this exam

Cyprus Examinations Service

100

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Free 100-question English-language MCQ study bank for Pancyprian Technical School Interior Design III Practical Direction (code 505). Official duration: 3 hours. Official fee: EUR 25.00 per access subject in 2026. Distinct from theoretical code 408. This bank is a study aid, not an official translation or format simulation.

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1In interior design, the three primary enclosing surfaces of an interior space are:
A.Wall, floor and ceiling
B.Door, window and column
C.Beam, slab and foundation
D.Cornice, skirting and architrave
Explanation: An interior space is defined by its enclosing surfaces: walls, floor and ceiling. Layout decisions, finishes and lighting all respond to these three planes.
2The primary goal of functional interior layout (διάταξη) is to:
A.Arrange furniture and circulation so activities can be performed safely and efficiently
B.Maximise the number of decorative objects on every surface
C.Match wall colour to the exterior façade only
D.Eliminate all natural light to control glare
Explanation: Functional layout places furniture, equipment and circulation paths so users can complete intended activities with clear access, safe clearances and logical adjacency.
3In a residential kitchen work triangle, the three points that should form an efficient work path are typically:
A.Sink, cooker (hob) and refrigerator
B.Table, sofa and television
C.Bathtub, WC and washbasin
D.Wardrobe, bed and desk
Explanation: The classic kitchen work triangle links the sink, cooking appliance and refrigerator — the three stations used most during meal preparation — so walking distance stays short and unobstructed.
4When planning a bathroom layout, which clearance principle is most important around a WC?
A.Leave clear frontal approach space so a person can sit and stand without obstruction
B.Place the WC hard against the bathtub rim with no gap
C.Centre the WC under a low sloping roof where headroom is under 1.5 m
D.Block the WC door swing with a tall cabinet
Explanation: A WC needs clear frontal and lateral approach space so users can sit, stand and clean around the fixture. Crowding it against other fixtures or under low headroom creates unsafe and unusable layouts.
5In an open-plan living–dining layout, the dining table should ideally be placed so that:
A.Circulation between kitchen, dining and living remains continuous and unobstructed
B.It completely blocks the path from the entrance to the living sofa
C.Chairs have zero pull-out clearance on all sides
D.It sits directly in front of the only escape door
Explanation: Dining placement should preserve continuous circulation between kitchen, dining and living zones. Blocking escape routes or chair pull-out space creates both functional and safety failures.
6For a double bedroom layout, the bed is usually oriented so that:
A.There is access along at least one long side and clearance at the foot for dressing and cleaning
B.Both long sides are hard against walls with no walking space
C.The headboard blocks the only bedroom door
D.The bed fills the entire floor leaving no wardrobe approach
Explanation: A workable bedroom needs side and/or foot clearances for making the bed, dressing and cleaning. Trapping the bed against walls or doors destroys usable circulation.
7Which adjacency is generally preferred when planning a compact apartment?
A.Kitchen near the dining or living eating area to shorten serving paths
B.Bathroom as far as possible from any water supply stack
C.Bedroom as the only room with no window and no ventilation
D.Entrance door opening directly onto a cooktop with no buffer
Explanation: Placing kitchen near dining/living eating space shortens serving and clearing paths and supports functional zoning. Wet rooms still need proper plumbing adjacency and bedrooms need light and ventilation.
8In kitchen planning, continuous countertop runs between sink and hob primarily support:
A.Safe food preparation and transfer without long unprotected carries
B.Hiding the refrigerator completely from view
C.Eliminating the need for any task lighting
D.Replacing building structure with furniture only
Explanation: A continuous worktop between wet and cooking zones lets users prepare and transfer food safely without long unprotected carries across circulation paths.
9Circulation width in a residential corridor should primarily allow:
A.Two people to pass or one person with a carried item without scraping walls
B.Only sideways shuffling with furniture filling both sides
C.Zero clearance for doors to open fully
D.Permanent storage of ladders in the walking path
Explanation: Corridor clearances must let people pass and move belongings without scraping finishes. Furniture or storage in the walking path creates hazards and wear.
10When arranging a living-room seating group, the coffee table is typically placed so that:
A.It sits within comfortable reach of the main seating without blocking primary walkways
B.It completely fills the space between sofa and exit door
C.It is fixed to the ceiling as a hanging element
D.It replaces all floor lamps as the only light source
Explanation: Coffee tables serve seated users within arm’s reach while leaving clear walkways around the seating group. Blocking exits or treating them as lighting is incorrect.

About the Pancyprian TS Interior Design III Π.Κ. Exam

The Pancyprian Access Examination in Technical School Interior Design III (Practical Direction) (code 505, ΣΧΕΔΙΑΣΜΟΣ ΕΣΩΤΕΡΙΚΟΥ ΧΩΡΟΥ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.)) is a centrally set 2026 subject assessment administered by the Examinations Service of the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth for university admission ranking in Cyprus and Greece. It is distinct from theoretical-direction code 408. Official duration is 3 hours. Candidates produce scaled plan layouts, interior elevations and colour/shade presentation. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of applied workshop knowledge (space planning, materials, furniture, floors, lighting, finishing, acoustics and safety), not a simulation of the drawing paper.

Exam sponsor: Examinations Service, Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

A 3-hour Technical School interior design assessment (practical direction) requiring scaled floor-plan layout, interior elevations, and coloured/shaded presentation. Distinct from theoretical-direction code 408. English-language MCQ study adaptation of applied workshop knowledge; not a substitute for producing design drawings.

Time Limit

3 hours per the official 2026 timetable (08:00–11:00)

Passing Score

Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices.

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

15%

Space Planning And Functionality

Interior surfaces, room layouts, and functional arrangement of kitchen, bathroom, living, dining and bedroom elements per the official 505 syllabus.

10%

Color Space And People

Colour combinations in space and psychological effects of colour on occupants.

12%

Furniture And Ergonomics

Ergonomic furniture dimensions and furniture drawing (elevations, sections) for practical-direction work.

14%

Materials And Applications

Natural and artificial materials (timber, stone, metals, glass, gypsum board) — properties and interior applications.

12%

Floors And False Ceilings

Floor categories and selection factors; false-ceiling types, properties and reasons for use.

10%

Lighting And Electrical

Artificial lighting categories, fixture types, and the role of lighting in interior decoration.

10%

Acoustics And Safety

Interior safety checks, acoustics concepts, sound insulation and absorption materials.

10%

Surface Finishing And Maintenance

Surface finishing, paint selection and application, cladding and maintenance of interior finishes.

7%

Design Process And Presentation

Decoration study phases, required drawing deliverables (plan, elevations, colour/shading) and exam drawing instruments.

Preparing for the Pancyprian TS Interior Design III Π.Κ. Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.
  • Assessment: A 3-hour Technical School interior design assessment (practical direction) requiring scaled floor-plan layout, interior elevations, and coloured/shaded presentation. Distinct from theoretical-direction code 408. English-language MCQ study adaptation of applied workshop knowledge; not a substitute for producing design drawings.
  • Time limit: 3 hours per the official 2026 timetable (08:00–11:00)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices. Official sources

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Pancyprian TS Interior Design III Π.Κ.: Suggested Study Strategy

1Read the official 2026 specification row for code 505 (ΣΧΕΔΙΑΣΜΟΣ ΕΣΩΤΕΡΙΚΟΥ ΧΩΡΟΥ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.)) and the revised syllabus before drilling MCQs.
2Practise scaled floor-plan layouts and interior elevations weekly — the official paper requires both plus colour and shading.
3Bring the required instruments on exam day: black and coloured pencils, black fineliners, set squares, scale rule, T-square and masking tape.
4Track weak categories from this bank (materials, acoustics, lighting) and re-test them after 48 hours.
5Confirm logistics (centre, materials, language of response) from panexams.moec.gov.cy announcements, not from third-party summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official Pancyprian Technical School Interior Design III (Practical Direction) exam?

No. The official assessment is administered by the Cyprus Examinations Service as a 3-hour design/drawing paper under code 505 (Π.Κ.). This bank is a free English-language MCQ study adaptation for revision; practise every required drawing and presentation component with official past papers and the specification.

How is code 505 different from code 408?

Code 505 is ΣΧΕΔΙΑΣΜΟΣ ΕΣΩΤΕΡΙΚΟΥ ΧΩΡΟΥ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.) — Practical Direction. Code 408 is the Theoretical Direction (Θ.Κ.) version of Interior Design III. They are separate subjects in the official specification table and sit on different timetable slots.

How is the subject marked?

Like all Pancyprian access subjects it is marked on a 0–20 scale. There is no pass mark; the grade contributes to the access/ranking grade used for admission to public universities in Cyprus and Greece.

What is the 2026 exam fee?

EUR 25.00 per access subject (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable by card in the official 2–17 April 2026 window, with exemptions for specified groups.

Who can sit this examination?

Final-year student or graduate of a Cyprus public secondary school (lyceum cycle), the English School Nicosia, a licensed private school, or an equivalent foreign upper-secondary school (with certification), within Examinations Service nationality/residence rules. Applications are electronic; un-promoted final-year students with 135+ absences are excluded.

Why is the practice bank in English?

OpenExamPrep publishes one English-language practice URL per exam. The official 505 paper is delivered in Greek. This bank is not an official translation of the Greek exam environment.

How should I use this bank with official materials?

Use the bank to diagnose weak applied topics (materials, layout, lighting, finishing), then switch to Θέματα - Λύσεις and the official 505 syllabus/specification on panexams.moec.gov.cy / archeia.moec.gov.cy for timed plan, elevation and colour-presentation practice.