Overview

The BA in Graphic Design and Art Direction from NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti integrates academic approach and techniques and visual languages’ experimentation: digital publishing (e-book, smartphone and web), viral video distribution on social networks and animated illustration. It focus on the crucial elements of graphic design (typography, page layout, infographics, packaging) and constant update of computer graphic programs (motion graphics and 3D design).

The strength of our teaching methods lies in the Creative Laboratory: place for research both for individual and group projects, where students, supported by industry experts and professionals, work on live briefs developing complete and mature projects in several communication sectors. In summary, interdisciplinarity, technical expertise, creative qualities, analytical skills and methods are the main qualities of our students that help them to perceive trends and to respond to new market demands.

Study abroad opportunities

Through exchange programmes, NABA's International Office encourages and supports students wishing to study abroad.

The office promotes educational experiences at numerous prestigious international partner universities worldwide. Thanks to this vast international network, students at NABA are able to spend periods of study abroad, enriching their educational curriculum and laying the groundwork for increasingly international future careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Graphics

History of Modern Art

History of Applied Arts

Graphic Design

Layout and Visualization Techniques

Semiotics

Art Direction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Pre-enrolment: between March and November. This procedure is MANDATORY. Usually it takes 90 days to get the study visa, we suggest to start the procedure soon

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Italian

TOEFL^® IBT

45

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PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy
Roma, Italy

Disciplines

Design Graphic Design Media Studies & Mass Media View 18 other Bachelors in Design in Italy

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

45

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PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Other requirements

General requirements

For both European and non-European students, admission depends on fulfilling minimum educational and language requirements, and passing an admissions test.

Higher Secondary School Diploma

12 Years Of School Attendance

Language Requirements For Ba Programs Taught In Italian

Language Requirements For Ba Programs Taught In English

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

21600 EUR / year

≈ 21600 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

8350 EUR / year

≈ 8350 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU/EFTA students with 3+ yrs residency may get reduced fees based on income. Late/incomplete docs = max fee (€21,300). Fees rise 2% yearly after year 1.

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

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

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Study abroad opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Milano

Funding

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