Overview

Design the future of fashion in Milan

The Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design at Accademia del Lusso is a three-year programme that combines creativity, technical expertise, and business knowledge to prepare students for careers across the international fashion industry. Based in Milan, one of the world's leading fashion capitals, the programme allows students to develop their own creative identity while gaining the practical skills required by fashion brands, design studios, manufacturers, and luxury companies.From the first year, students work on real design projects while learning every stage of the product development process—from research and concept creation to garment construction, digital design, collection planning, and presentation. Alongside creative development, students build an understanding of the commercial realities of fashion, including branding, marketing, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.Teaching combines classroom learning with practical workshops, laboratory activities, seminars led by industry professionals, and visits to fashion companies, exhibitions, museums, and design events across Milan. Small class sizes encourage close interaction with lecturers who are active professionals in the fashion and luxury sectors, providing valuable industry insight throughout the programme.

Career preparation

The curriculum is designed to develop graduates who are ready to enter today's evolving fashion industry. Students graduate with a professional portfolio, practical experience using industry-standard software, and the technical and creative confidence required to develop fashion collections, communicate ideas visually, and collaborate within multidisciplinary design teams.Graduates may pursue careers in fashion design, collection development, textile design, product development, patternmaking, fashion consultancy, creative direction, and luxury fashion businesses, or continue with postgraduate study.

Accreditation

This programme leads to the Diploma Accademico di Primo Livello (First Level Academic Diploma / Bachelor's Degree), awarded within the Italian Higher Education system. The qualification equips graduates with academic knowledge, practical design skills, and professional competencies recognised for careers in the fashion industry and for progression to postgraduate study.

Programme Structure

Throughout the programme students progressively develop creative, technical and professional skills through practical projects and industry-focused learning.

Key study areas include:

Fashion design, illustration and collection development

Trend forecasting and creative research

Patternmaking and garment prototyping

Tailoring and garment construction

Textile technology and sustainable materials

Textile and print design

Accessories design

Computer graphics using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign

Digital patternmaking using Lectra Modaris 2D and 3D CAD

Fashion marketing and brand management

Fashion communication and merchandising

Eco-fashion and sustainable design

Fashion entrepreneurship and start-up management

Professional portfolio development

Students also participate in workshops, seminars, work weeks and external visits throughout Milan's fashion industry.

Audience

This programme is ideal for creative students who want to become professional fashion designers or develop careers within the international fashion and luxury industry. It suits applicants who enjoy design, drawing, textiles, garment construction, innovation, and visual storytelling, and who want to study in Milan's inspiring fashion environment.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

The course has annual intakes. As places are limited and applications assessed individually, prospective students are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Language

English, Italian

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy

Disciplines

Design Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods Fashion Design View 16 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

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

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold an upper secondary school qualification or equivalent.
Applicants with qualifications obtained outside Italy must provide the required academic documentation, including a Declaration of Value (Dichiarazione di Valore) where applicable, in accordance with Italian higher education regulations. Our admission team provide guidance on how to obtain this.
Applicants should demonstrate a suitable level of the language in which the programme is taught (English or Italian).
Previous professional experience is not required.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

21350 EUR / year

≈ 21350 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

18950 EUR / year

≈ 18950 EUR / year

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.

Funding

Accademia del Lusso offers scholarships for international students to help talented applicants access specialist education in fashion and design. Scholarships are designed to recognise potential and support students from around the world.

Students may also be eligible to apply for grants, scholarships, or financial support offered by government organisations or funding bodies in their home country. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Admissions team to learn more about current scholarship opportunities and available funding options.

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