The Bachelor of Arts in Fashion programme at Domus Academy encourages students to experiment with materials, digital tools and production techniques to create a complete collection by the end of the course.

The Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design course encompasses the multifaceted and evolving fashion design system, preparing students to create clothing and accessories collections, develop strategies and marketing plans for fashion and luxury businesses and gain experience in fashion product development.

Adopting a methodology that encompasses comprehensive research, concept development and project execution, the programme aims to boost creativity, cultivate innovation and emphasise craftsmanship and originality, culminating in the creation of a complete clothing collection as the final achievement.

The Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design programme is structured to support specialisation tracks by incorporating selected common modules that provide a foundational context for all students.

Students will be able to choose one of the following paths: Textile and Accessory Design, Fashion and Luxury Management or Fashion Product Development.

The learning methodology includes lessons, workshops, labs, boot camps, critical thinking sessions, internships, a thesis workshop and a final project.

School: Domus Academy
Course: Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design
Type: Undergraduate
Location: Milan, Italy
Course dates: September 2026
Application deadline: 90 days before the start of the course

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What will I learn during this course?

– Comprehensive understanding of the fashion design process, from research and concept development to prototyping
– Select materials
– Analyse trends
– Conduct market research
– Create innovative designs
– Master digital tools for design, drawing and illustration

What are the requirements?

– A minimum of 12 years of prior education
– A valid secondary school diploma that meets the requirements for entry into an Italian university
– Depending on the country where they completed their secondary education, applicants may also need to have passed a national test or final exam required for higher education
– An English language certificate, such as IELTS Academic or General, with a minimum score of 5.0

What facilities and resources are available?

– Design Lab
– Media library
– Fashion Design Lab
– Language support
– Career services
– Housing support

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Students can pursue careers as fashion designers, creating clothing, accessories or footwear, or as fashion creative directors, shaping the vision and aesthetic of a brand. They may become fashion entrepreneurs, launch their own brands or work as fashion and luxury managers/consultants overseeing strategy, marketing and product planning. Other paths include fashion product development.

Who teaches this course?

– Gianfranco Olivotto, course leader

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