The principle objective is to study textiles, that is, the basic material of fashion, creating a balance between the challenge represented by the future (that the textile must fulfill the needs of being “intelligent”, multi-functional, eco-sustainable, ethical and esthetic) and an expression of creativity, tied to the traditions of value such as it being considered an artisan work and it’s uniqueness. The course will therefore be calibrated between developing the handmade skills and the knowledge of the industrial processes of production and commercialization of textiles intended as a source of inspiration and grounds for experimentation. In order to gain confidence in design basics, the first year programme includes theoretical studies as well as practice-based modules focused on designing. In the second year studies go on upon the knowledge that students have acquired in the previous 2 semesters. The third and final year is dedicated to improving work skills up to professional industry standards. Therefore, the fifth and sixth semester are dedicated to the Final Project and to preparing the students for their professional life after IED.

The Fashion Design course has as its objective to give the student a solid base regarding the various aspects of this field, exploring both the methods and the technical-operations side, helping to form a highly flexible specialist capable of working in various types of environments and disciplines: from the small artisanal producer, to the small-medium size company, all the way up to the largest multinationals.