Istituto Europeo di Design
Milan, Rome & Florence, Italy
€ 1100
€ 20100
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Overview
About
Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) is an internationally recognized higher education network dedicated to the creative disciplines of Design, Fashion, Visual Arts, and Communication. Founded in Milan in 1966 by Francesco Morelli, IED has established itself as an innovative European powerhouse with campuses in Italy's foremost cultural and industrial hubs: Milan, Rome, Florence, and Turin, alongside international branches in Spain and Brazil.
Accredited by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR), IED awards official Academic Bachelor (180 ECTS) and Academic Master degrees recognized across Europe and internationally. Educating over 5,500 students in Italy, IED maintains an exceptionally multicultural atmosphere with students from more than 100 countries. Its educational framework emphasizes continuous collaboration with multinational businesses, ensuring that classroom theory directly translates into live, market-ready design projects.
Whether pursuing Transportation Design in Turin, Brand Strategy & Fashion Marketing in Milan, or Curatorial Practice & Art Management in Rome and Florence, IED students work directly alongside leading design practitioners, benefiting from extensive alumni networks and world-class fabrication studios.
25 - 30 Students
30%
Facilities
Specialized Design Studios & Innovation Workshops: IED campuses feature over 30 specialized creative laboratories.
- Clay Modeling & Automotive Studios (Turin): Full-scale vehicle clay modeling facilities and aerodynamics simulation labs.
- Print & Graphic Studios: Screen-printing workshops, typography presses, and digital print labs.
- Fashion Ateliers: Garment manufacturing labs, embroidery machines, and leather goods workshops.
- Computer & CAD Suites: Industry-standard workstations loaded with Rhino, SolidWorks, Alias, V-Ray, and Adobe Suite.
Notable Alumni
Ranking
- Premier International Higher Education Network in Design, Fashion, Visual Arts & Communication
- Accredited by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) for AFAM Academic Degrees
- Active Member of Cumulus (International Association of Universities & Colleges of Art, Design and Media)
- Institutional Member of ELIA (European League of Institutes of the Arts)
- Over 55 years of educational innovation with a network of 10,000+ students across Italy and Spain
- Direct corporate collaboration with more than 200 premier international brands and design agencies
Available Courses
Bachelor in Photography
Master in Fashion Business
Bachelor in Fashion Marketing
Master in Textile Design - Product Research Sustainability
Bachelor in Communication Design
Master in Design - Innovation, Strategy and Product
Scholarship
Scholarships at IED: Merit-based tuition reductions of up to 50% awarded through the annual IED International Scholarship Competition, alongside regional DSU grant opportunities.
Finances
Financial Guidelines: Annual tuition fees range from €17,700 to €20,100, payable in flexible installments.
Accommodation
Accommodation Support: Dedicated student housing agreements with leading residences across Milan, Rome, and Florence ranging from €450 to €800/month.
Cost Of Living
Estimated living costs average €900 to €1,300 per month across Italian campuses.
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Istituto Europeo di Design Entry Requirements
Admission Criteria: High school diploma for Bachelor's; recognized Bachelor's degree for Master's; creative portfolio; English proficiency IELTS 6.0–6.5.
Istituto Europeo di Design Fees
Tuition Fees: Standard Master programs tuition is €20,100 per year.
Istituto Europeo di Design Placement
Corporate Partnerships: Over 88% employment rate with alumni working at Ferrari, Alessi, Benetton, Piaggio, Campari, Fendi, and IBM.
FAQ'S of Istituto Europeo di Design
Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) has campuses in some of Italys most vibrant and creative cities, including Milan, Rome, Turin, Florence, and Cagliari.
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