Three-year course

Fashion Design

Next Fashion School atelier and fashion design school

Duration

3 years

Departure

September 2026

Campuses

Bologna, Ancona, Padua

Frequency

Weekly

Requirements

High school diploma, Good knowledge of Italian

Specifications and costs

Course description

The Fashion Design course, which takes place weekly, is dedicated to stylistic design and the creation of clothing collections. The course guides students in developing creative and technical skills: from trend research to fashion illustration, flat drawings, and the study of materials.

Through Costume History, graphic design and market analysis, students acquire a comprehensive view of the creative and production process. The course prepares them to interpret contemporary trends and transform them into collection projects consistent with brand identity.

Departures for each location

Bologna, 23 September 2026

Ancona, 24 September 2026

Padua, 29 September 2026

News:Enrolment has been extended until November. There's still time to start your journey in fashion.

Who is it aimed at?

Ideal course for those who want to become a Fashion Designer and design clothing collections by combining creativity, trend research and technical skills. Designed for those who wish to develop fashion illustration, technical drawing and textile knowledge for the fashion industry.

Useful for those approaching fashion design but also for those already working in the industry who want to approach graphic expression.

Career opportunities

The course trains professionals capable of conceiving, designing and developing complete fashion collections by analysing emerging trends and interpreting market dynamics.

Through creative and strategic skills, students learn to define product identity and position it effectively.

Main outgoing roles: Fashion Designer, Trend / Material Researcher, Design Studio Creative, Stylist.

Programme

The course syllabus is structured to enable students to develop theoretical and practical skills that are essential for approaching the fashion industry in an informed manner.

The course aims to strengthen design skills throughout the creative process, from fashion illustration to the creation of a complete, cohesive collection that aligns with market needs.

Key subjects include Fashion Design, History of Costume and Fashion, Textile Technologies, Graphic Design, Fashion Communication, and the study of Accessories, with a comprehensive, project-oriented approach.

Scholarship and financial support

Next Fashion School invests in talent. Every year we provide scholarships and fee reductions, measures designed for those with motivation and merit who need financial support to embark on their fashion journey.

Dedicated concessions are available for this course, find out all the details on the page.

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