Academic Foundation Year - Italian Creativity and Design
Program Overview
Through this course, you will have access to the network of Accademia Aldo Galli and IED Italia. Academic Foundation year in Italian Creativity Art & Design represents an authentic excellence in the field of artistic education. Among its primary objectives is to promote the Made in Italy culture , with a particular focus on fashion, design, visual arts, and heritage preservation. The bilingual course, recognised by the Ministry of Education, Universities and Research ( MIUR ), is aimed at all those who are interested in accessing 1st level academic courses in the arts, design, fashion and heritage conservation, but do not reach the 12 years of schooling necessary for admission.
The course is aimed at students who possess an upper secondary school degree or another recognised qualification acquired after at least 11 years of education . Furthermore, a B1 level of English, as verified by an academic certificate and/or via a Skype interview, is also required for access. It is also recommended that students attain the A2 level of Italian.
The program starts in November and lasts 8 months.
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- Throughout the Year
- Art & Fine Arts
- Arts
Updated Mar 30, 2026
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Locations
- Florence, Italy
Fields & Subjects
- Art & Fine Arts
- Arts
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Throughout the Year
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
- Some high school, no diploma
Accommodation Options
- Other
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- In-Person Interview Required
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
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