Academic Foundation Year - Italian Creativity in Rome
Program Overview
The Academic Foundation Year in Italian Creativity is a Rome-based preparatory program for students aiming to build a foundation in art, design, and fashion before higher education. The course draws on Italy's rich creative heritage and the Made in Italy tradition, combining theoretical modules with hands-on laboratory work and project-based workshops. Students engage in individual and group proje...
The Academic Foundation Year in Italian Creativity is a Rome-based preparatory program for students aiming to build a foundation in art, design, and fashion before higher education. The course draws on Italy's rich creative heritage and the Made in Italy tradition, combining theoretical modules with hands-on laboratory work and project-based workshops. Students engage in individual and group projects, train on industry-standard tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and receive Italian language lessons and personalized academic coaching. Students must attend at least 80% of classes to sit for exams, with tutoring and language support provided.
Beyond the classroom, students attend guided visits to fashion companies, film sets, art institutions, and cultural landmarks across Rome...
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- Academic Year
- Arts
- Design
Updated Sep 22, 2026
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Locations
- Rome, Italy
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Arts
- Design
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027
- Terms Available
- Academic Year
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Independent living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Transcript
- Other
Age Requirement
18-25
Starts At
- 4 months: $13,375.05
Refund Policy
Other
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