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.

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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
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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.


>> Stay updated on the event!

Our locations

Bologna, Padua, Ancona: three cities, one single teaching method.

Bologna

Via Alfredo Testoni 2, 40123
+39 051 266430

Padua

Via Jacopo Avanzo 17, 35132
+39 049 2329077

Ancona

Via Pontelungo 87, 60131
+39 071 8046355

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.

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.

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.

The school is present with three operating sites located in strategic points of the Italian fashion sector: Bologna, Padua and Ancona. Each location is integrated into the local manufacturing fabric to foster contact with companies.
The school's registered office is in Milan.

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.

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.

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.

The school is present with three operating sites located in strategic points of the Italian fashion sector: Bologna, Padua and Ancona. Each location is integrated into the local manufacturing fabric to foster contact with companies.
The school's registered office is in Milan.

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.

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