Study abroad in Florence, Italy: Most popular universities for Design.

Are you thinking of studying Design, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Design in Florence, Italy. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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Polimoda Institute of Fashion Design and Marketing

Polimoda International Institute of Fashion Design & Marketing is an Italian centre of excellence, recognized worldwide for its high quality, fashion-oriented, didactic offer ranging from Design & Marketing to Management and Communication, in line with industry and fashion company needs.
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Florence Institute of Design International

FIDI is an international design school in the center of Florence, Italy. As a school of Italian design the Institute specializes in courses of graphic design, architecture, furniture design and interior design for students from across Europe and around the world. 
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Studio Arts College International (SACI)

Studio Arts College International (SACI) is more than an opportunity to study abroad in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance: it’s an experience you will carry with you, in your career and throughout your life.
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University of Florence

The University of Florence is an important and influential centre for research and higher training in Italy, with 1,800 lecturers and internal research staff, 1,600 technical and administrative staff, and over 1,600 research assistants and doctoral students.
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Most popular Design programmes for international students in Florence

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Design degree in Florence.

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Design (Interior) (Hons)

Florence Institute of Design International

The Design (Interior) (Hons) programme offered by Florence Institute of Design International is ideal for students new to the field of Interior Design.
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Design of Sustainable Tourism Systems

University of Florence

The two years Design of Sustainable Tourism Systems program offered at University of Florence aims to provide a thorough understanding of the techniques of organization and management of tourism destinations. The Master Program is characterized by an interisciplinary program.
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Graphic Design

Florence Institute of Design International

The Master of Graphic Design from Florence Institute of Design International is intended for graduates of specialized schools, young designers, students with professional training in: Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Interactive Media, Communication Sciences, and Computer Sciences.
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Art Directing for Fashion

Polimoda Institute of Fashion Design and Marketing

This research-based program introduces creative thinking processes through a non-linear methodology embracing curiosity, intuition and perception. The course is visionary yet practical, embracing all possible concepts within six interconnected areas of study: Craft, Calligraphy, Body, Dress, Imagery, and Space.
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Architectural Design

University of Florence

The aim of the Master’s course in Architectural Design offered at University of Florence is the advanced training of Architects according to the requirements of knowledge and skills as defined by the European Union Directive EC 1985/384 and subsequent 2005/36/EC.
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Academic Semester and Year Abroad Program

Studio Arts College International (SACI)

The extensive range of studio arts, design, conservation, art history, and Italian culture and language courses provides our students with the means to meet their individual educational needs while connecting them with the rich cultural heritage of Italy.
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Furniture Design

Florence Institute of Design International

Master of Furniture Design in Florence from Florence Institute of Design International is perfect for working professionals or young graduates.
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Late Spring and Summer Studies

Studio Arts College International (SACI)

With the Late Spring and Summer Studies at the Studio Arts College International (SACI) students are encouraged to take full advantage of the varied cultural, artistic, and social events that Florence and Italy offer during May, June, and July.
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Design

Design degrees prepare students to be able to create products that fulfil functional, as well as aesthetical, purposes, while also considering the economic and social aspects. Design degree studies offered by top design schools prepare professionals for careers in Multimedia, Advertising, Technology, but also Fashion Design or Interior Design.

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