Highlights
Tuition fee
10000 EUR / year
10000 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
10000 EUR / year
10000 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
9 months
Duration
9 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Como, Italy
Campus location
Como, Italy
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Academic Foundation in Italian Creativity & Design is designed for international and national students interested in deepening their creative talents and gaining the necessary skills for admission to the best Italian universities and academies.

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Overview

Through this  Academic Foundation Year - Italian Creativity & Design course, you will have access to the network of Accademia Aldo Galli and  Istituto Europeo Di Design (IED) .

Academic Foundation year in Italian Creativity Art & Design represents an authentic excellence in the field of artistic education. Among its primary objectives is to promote the Made in Italy culture, with a particular focus on fashion, design, visual arts, and heritage preservation.

Methodology and structure

The training course allows those who attend it to get closer to the world of visual arts, design and fashion. This allows to develop a portfolio of personal projects through targeted workshops and laboratories, creating the ideal conditions for choosing their next course of study.

In particular, several theoretical topics related to the history of art, design, and fashion (cultural studies) will be explored during the course of the year. Subsequently, graphic programmes such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign will be explored in detail, both theoretically and practically.

The study of Italian language and culture will be incorporated into the course from the beginning and throughout its duration. In addition, individual coaching and introductory meetings will be organised with the personal tutor, who is a reference figure for Foundation Year students.

Programme Structure

Curriculum includes

  • History of art
  • History of fashion and accessories
  • History of design
  • Computer design applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Italian language and culture
  • Coaching and advisory

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Como, Italy

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • The course is aimed at students who hold a secondary school diploma or other recognised qualification, obtained after at least 11 years of schooling. Level A2 English is also recommended, verifiable by an academic certificate or during the admission interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    10000 EUR / year
    10000 EUR / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    10000 EUR / year
    10000 EUR / year

Additional Details

  • Enrolment fee 1.500€
  • Tuition fee 10.000€

Living costs

Como

Italy
700 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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