Next Fashion School
Fashion training school in Bologna, Padua and Ancona
Next Fashion School
Fashion training school in Bologna, Padua and Ancona
Method, fashion, future.
Backed by a historical tradition, Next Fashion School was founded with the aim of offering training in the fashion sector based on a structured, practical and practice-oriented. The school teaches a clear and practical working method, which is constantly updated, providing students with practical tools, technical skills and a training programme consistent with the real dynamics of fashion professionals.
Featured courses
The most popular training courses to build your career in fashion: you’ll be able to acquire the skills most in demand by companies in the sector today.
FASHION GLOBAL DESIGN
Three-year course
Complete three-year course integrating styling and patternmaking design.
FASHION DESIGN
Three-year course
Three-year course dedicated to fashion design and collection creation.
Apparel Patternmaker
Three-year course
Three-year undergraduate degree programme that trains a key technical figure in the collection development process.
Womenswear Patternmaker
Two-year course
A two-year course covering patternmaking techniques, the study of volumes and fashion silhouettes.
Fashion Design – Saturday
Two-year course
A two-year Saturday course focusing on collection design, from the study of fashion sketches to materials.
Next
Stylist
Specialist course
A specialist course exploring the skills required to work in this field.
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98% Employment rate
Graduates find work within 6 months of completing the course
15+ EDITIONS OF THE FASHION SHOW
Fashion shows featuring collections entirely designed and made by students
40+ COURSES AVAILABLE
Three-year, two-year or specialist fashion courses
Next generation
We don't just educate students, let's bring the Next Generation of fashion to life.
Join a vibrant environment pulsating with pure creative energy:
you will follow a practical path to discover your fashion identity and
turning a passion into a solid professional future.








open days
in person
Padua, 01 December 2026
Bologna, 02 December 2026
Ancona, 03 December 2026
online
04 December 2026 at 15:00
FASHION SHOW
Every year Next Fashion School takes to the catwalk the students' creations.
Complete collections, from concept to finished garment, parading in front of the press, professionals, buyers and companies: a real debut in the sector!
Don’t miss out on the details of our upcoming participation in Fashion Graduate Italia 2026.
Our locations
Bologna, Padua, Ancona: three cities, one single teaching method.
Next news
Stay up to date with all the latest from the Next world: discover the latest news, upcoming events, and our students' projects.
FAQ
Which route is best for me?
Next Fashion School offers several types of courses: three-year, two-year, short and specialist courses. If you are looking for comprehensive training in fashion design or patternmaking, the multi-year courses offer a structured programme to start from scratch. For those who already have experience and want to update specific skills, the short or specialisation courses are the ideal choice. Discover all courses.
What are the entry requirements?
To access the multi-year courses, a high school diploma or a university degree is required. For short and specialised courses, no specific entry requirements are needed, making them open to anyone wishing to retrain or update their skills in the fashion sector.
Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Next Fashion School offers scholarships and tuition fee discounts every year. These measures are designed for those with motivation and merit who need financial support to embark on their career in fashion. To find out more, visit the dedicated page.
Where are the school's campuses located?
Can I enrol if I am an international student?
Certainly. Next Fashion School courses are open to both Italian and international students. For multi-year courses, it is necessary to hold a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification. Given the technical and practical nature of the lessons, a good knowledge of the Italian language is required in order to follow the programmes successfully.
Which route is best for me?
Next Fashion School offers several types of courses: three-year, two-year, short and specialist courses. If you are looking for comprehensive training in fashion design or patternmaking, the multi-year courses offer a structured programme to start from scratch. For those who already have experience and want to update specific skills, the short or specialisation courses are the ideal choice. Discover all courses.
What are the entry requirements?
To access the multi-year courses, a high school diploma or a university degree is required. For short and specialised courses, no specific entry requirements are needed, making them open to anyone wishing to retrain or update their skills in the fashion sector.
Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Next Fashion School offers scholarships and tuition fee discounts every year. These measures are designed for those with motivation and merit who need financial support to embark on their career in fashion. To find out more, visit the dedicated page.
Where are the school's campuses located?
Can I enrol if I am an international student?
Certainly. Next Fashion School courses are open to both Italian and international students. For multi-year courses, it is necessary to hold a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification. Given the technical and practical nature of the lessons, a good knowledge of the Italian language is required in order to follow the programmes successfully.