Fashion Design

The Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Fashion Design prepares the future professionals of the fashion industry through a comprehensive and career-oriented program. The course teaches students how to transform creative intuition into tangible collections, capable of interpreting market demands and anticipating new trends.

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Course Structure

Course Features

The Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design with Honours (an academic qualification equivalent to a three-year undergraduate degree) offers a learning experience designed to transform a passion for fashion into an international career.

By integrating aesthetic vision, design skills, and cutting-edge technologies, students are guided in the development of a personal collection and a professional portfolio, essential tools to successfully face the challenges of the global market.

The experience at Ferrari Fashion School embraces the entire fashion system value chain. The study plan combines theory with a strong practical component, enriched by workshops, internships, and real projects in collaboration with industry companies. The program also includes participation in fashion shows and industry events, as well as direct collaborations with partner companies.

Learning Objectives

The Bachelor of Arts aims to combine artisanal heritage with innovation, providing the tools needed to successfully navigate the challenges of the fashion system. The goal is to train fashion designers capable of integrating creativity, technical expertise, and strategic thinking. The program focuses on four key pillars:

Technical excellence: mastery of design and pattern making, both traditional and industrial
Creative experimentation: development of innovative research methodologies and analysis of contemporary culture and visual arts
Project development: execution of real projects aligned with the quality and production standards of partner companies, with a focus on sustainability and upcycling techniques, responding to the growing demand for ethical and circular fashion
Professional development: dedicated Career Advisory pathway and creation of a strong professional portfolio

Main Themes

Collection Development: design methodologies applied to the creation of collections and projects in Womenswear, Menswear, Childrenswear, and Accessories
Research & Experimentation: creative labs focused on the study of innovative concepts and the development of the final collection
Fashion Illustration: hand drawing and rendering techniques for visualizing stylistic ideas

Patternmaking and Tailoring: Pattern construction and cutting and sewing techniques for the physical realization of garments
Textile Culture: Study of fibers, fabrics, and material finishing processes
Production: Analysis of production cycles and tailoring techniques applied to the finished product

3D Modeling (Clo3D): Cutting-edge digital design for the three-dimensional simulation of garments
Technical Drawing and Graphics: Use of graphic software to create technical sheets and professional layouts
Portfolio: Design and layout of a professional book for presenting projects

Costume History, Contemporary Fashion, and Art History
Trend Analysis: Research methods and forecasting techniques (Trend Forecasting)
Market Study: Analysis of the market, business models, and the fashion industry supply chain

Study Plan

The program guides future fashion designers from creative concept development to the realization of finished garments, integrating theoretical and practical skills in fashion and textile design, patternmaking, garment construction, illustration, and fashion culture, as well as the use of advanced digital tools.

Led by instructors coming from fashion brands and prestigious international maisons, students acquire research and design methodologies aligned with global fashion system standards. The learning experience is enriched by workshops, internships, and direct collaborations with companies, offering the opportunity to enhance talent and build a competitive professional profile.

To support direct entry into the job market, the program includes a key Professional Practice phase in the first semester of the third year. Students strengthen their skills through a curricular internship or a project work developed in collaboration with a professional or a company (minimum duration of 300 hours). These activities are designed as essential moments of alternation between study and professional practice, allowing students to engage with real working environments and make more informed career choices through direct industry experience.

Supporting this pathway, dedicated Career Advisory services are provided to guide each student and equip them with the necessary tools to successfully present themselves to companies and key players in the fashion system.

Module	UK Credits
Fashion System	20
Fashion Studio 1	40
History of Costume	20
Fashion Practice 1	40

Module	UK Credits
Fashion and Cultural Studies	20
Fashion Studio 2	40
Textiles	20
Fashion Practice 2	40

Module	UK Credits
Fashion Management	20
Fashion Design Professional Practice	40
Fashion Design Major Project	60

Career
Opportunities

Fashion Designer

Expresses creativity through the design and creation of clothing, footwear, and fashion accessories. Develops unique garments that reflect current market trends.

Fashion Brand Founder

Creates their own fashion brand, designs personal collections, and develops their commercial identity within the industry.

Creative Director

Is the main architect of the company’s creative vision and artistic identity. Leads the entire creative process to ensure consistency and innovation across fashion projects.

Product Designer

Shapes the future of a brand’s products by combining form, function, and aesthetics. Works to create products that stand out for their quality and innovative design.

Design Director

Oversees the entire design process within the company. Manages design teams, implements creative strategies, and supervises the overall aesthetic of the brand to maintain a high design standard across all company products.

Cool Hunter

Analyzes emerging trends in fashion, lifestyle, and culture to provide valuable insights. Helps companies anticipate future market directions and maintain competitiveness.

Faculty

Admissions

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Admission interview
Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification
Motivational letter
Knowledge of the English language

News and Events

FAQ

In Milan, the world capital of fashion, at Ferrari Fashion School located on Via Savona, in the heart of the creative Tortona Design District.

The program lasts 3 academic years and awards a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree recognized internationally.

Yes. The course is open to students from all over the world and provides language support and guidance for relocating to Milan.

Yes, absolutely. Ferrari Fashion School regularly organizes Open Days and individual interviews at its Milan campus and online. It is the perfect opportunity to explore the academy’s facilities, meet the faculty, and receive personalized guidance on the most suitable study path.

The course awards a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design, an internationally recognized academic degree validated by Teesside University (UK). It is equivalent to a three-year undergraduate degree and is valid for entering the professional world or for progressing to Master of Arts programs.

Yes. Students take part in internships, industry events, and fashion shows in collaboration with Made in Italy partner brands.