IED Milan European Institute of Design
Description of IED Milan European Institute of Design
The educational organization "European Institute of Design" (IED) was founded in 1966 by Francesco Morelli - he is still the president of the network. Today it is the world's largest private network of profile educational institutions focused on educational programs in the field of fashion, design, visual art and various communications. The Institute's corps is located in Italy, Brazil and Spain, here you can study in English, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese.
The European Design Institute in Milan (IED Milan) is one of the largest, oldest and most prestigious universities in Italy in this network. It is registered in the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is a part of international and national professional organizations. The programs, specially developed for the Institute, are simultaneously based on accumulated theoretical knowledge and are oriented to practical application, combine historical traditions and innovative approaches. The aim of the institute is to select the most creative, talented, gifted students and give them a quality education so that their love for creativity could grow into a prestigious high-paying profession.
The total number of students reaches 9000 people - they are representatives of 80 countries around the world, a friendly international team of students in love with their work. In the Institute there are 4 faculties:
- Design
- Fashion
- Visual arts
- Communication.
Studying is conducted in both English and Italian (information in the detailed description of each program). Bachelor's degree is available for 3 years - the document is accredited by the national Ministry of Education (Diploma Accademico di I Livello).
Do all universities have an ESL supportive program for foreign students? Do you think is it important?
Usually yes, in one form or another ESL is taught by the university, as well as supporting classes / seminars for foreign students, a pre-sessional English course.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in IED Milan European Institute of Design
SHORT-TERM COURSES
For summer short courses of improvement of professional skill and a level of knowledge students can arrive on several various specialties:
- Fashion Design
- Graphic design
- The profession of a fashion stylist
- Interior and Showroom Design
- Graphic Design and Portfolio
- Fashion events and PR
- Marketing in Fashion
- Design Experience.
Applicants must provide the admission committee with a diploma of higher education, an IELTS certificate of 5.0 or TOEFL (iBT) of 61, it is highly desirable to have a portfolio and personal resume. The cost of studying depends on the chosen specialty.
Duration of studying - 1 month (4 study weeks).
BACHELOR
A bachelor's degree is available in the following specialties:
- Graphic Design
- Fashion Design
- Photography
- Product design - Italian / English to choose from
- The profession of a fashionable stylist
- Interior Design
- Communication in the field of fashion
- Fashion Marketing
- Design of vehicles
- Creation of video and film production
- Design of jewelry.
Duration of studying - 3 academic years, the registration fee is paid separately. Requirements for applicants are as follows:
- Certificate of secondary education
- Motivation letter
- Passing a personal interview
- Personal Portfolio (desirable)
- Certificate of IELTS from 5.5 or TOEFL IBT from 68.
At the Milan Institute, you can get a bachelor's degree in the following specialties:
- Graphic Design ITA
- Interior Design
- Car Interior Design
- Fashion Design
- Product design (Brand Management and Communication ITA)
- Communication in the fashion industry is a profession of stylist and PR (Fashion Communication - Styling)
- Marketing in the field of fashion - product management and retail chains (Fashion Marketing).
Duration of study - 1 academic year, a registration fee is paid separately. Requirements for applicants are as follows:
- Diploma and Bachelor's Degree (Higher Education)
- Personal Portfolio and resume
- Motivation letter
- IELTS certificate from 5.5 or TOEFL IBT from 68
- Certificate of sufficient level of the Italian language (from advanced).
A bachelor's degree is available in the following specialties:
- Graphic Design
- Fashion Design
- Photography
- Product design - Italian / English to choose from
- The profession of a fashionable stylist
- Interior Design
- Communication in the field of fashion
- Fashion Marketing
- Design of vehicles
- Creation of video and film production
- Design of jewelry.
Duration of studying - 3 academic years, the registration fee is paid separately. Requirements for applicants are as follows:
- Certificate of secondary education
- Motivation letter
- Passing a personal interview
- Personal Portfolio (desirable)
- Certificate of IELTS from 5.5 or TOEFL IBT from 68.
At the Milan Institute, you can get a bachelor's degree in the following specialties:
- Graphic Design ITA
- Interior Design
- Car Interior Design
- Fashion Design
- Product design (Brand Management and Communication ITA)
- Communication in the fashion industry is a profession of stylist and PR (Fashion Communication - Styling)
- Marketing in the field of fashion - product management and retail chains (Fashion Marketing).
Duration of study - 1 academic year, a registration fee is paid separately. Requirements for applicants are as follows:
- Diploma and Bachelor's Degree (Higher Education)
- Personal Portfolio and resume
- Motivation letter
- IELTS certificate from 5.5 or TOEFL IBT from 68
- Certificate of sufficient level of the Italian language (from advanced).
SEMISTRIAN PROGRAMS
Curriculums for the duration of 1 semester can be both effective upgrading of qualifications, as well as preparation for more serious and long curricula, full adaptation to the new environment. The course duration is 15 weeks, full-time education is provided, mainly in English. The beginning of classes is in September. The following specialties are provided:
- Interior and roomy design
- Italian contemporary design and trends
- Fashion design - collection building
- Fashion design - research and creativity
- Fashion jewelry.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The Institute specialists understand that it is difficult for foreign students to find suitable housing, and they are ready to help in choosing the accommodation option and to find the right option.
Many residences and hostels located near the educational building work with the university on partnership agreement and provide IED Milan students with the best rooms. Each residence or hostel has well-equipped common kitchens, cozy living rooms for joint recreation and socializing, comfortable rooms with all the necessary furniture. If necessary, you can reserve options for B & B (with breakfast), choose the most suitable for you area of the city. The cost of living is always specified on an individual basis.
Subjects, specialties
Facilities and equipment at IED Milan European Institute of Design
For the whole world, Milan is the center of art, fashion, creativity, industry and finance. It was here that the legendary Leonardo and Bramante, Marinetti and Boccioni (founders of futurism) worked, the brothers Castiglioni, Magistretti, Armani and Versace. Arts and culture are at the base of this city, they are the foundation of his life, industry, pragmatism, creative spirit. And also there are many famous universities of Milan.
Admission dates and extra charges
Compulsory enrollment fee is paid.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
The requirements for applicants differ depending on the chosen program.
1) Basic programs (1 year):
- TOEFL certificate (450 points) or its equivalent
- Secondary education certificate.
2) Undergraduate:
- TOEFL certificate (500 points) + a certificate of sufficient knowledge of the language in which the studying will be conducted Italian, from advanced
- Secondary Education Certificate
3) Master:
- TOEFL (from 500 points) or its equivalent
- Personal Portfolio (Not less than 10-15 works on design with detailed description and the date of implementation of each)
- Diploma of Higher Education (bachelor's degree)
- Personal resume
- Experience from 2 years in the chosen specialty is desirable (in some cases it can replace the bachelor's degree).
4) Summer programs.
A package of documents from applicants for the next year is accepted from December 1 to August 31 (minimum 3 months before the expected start of classes). The package should include:
- Advanced level of English.
- A completed application form
- Passport and its copy, 4 passport-size photographs
- Medical certificate
- Receipt for the prepayment of the educational course
- Secondary school certificate
- Certificate of sufficient level of English + the language in which the studying will take place
- Portfolio.
Additionally, applicants pass a telephone interview with a representative of the Institute, so that he can be convinced of the level of the language.
Please note that all basic documents (certificates, medical certificate) must be translated into Italian and notarized. In the diploma and the certificate should be a list of studied disciplines, the number of hours each.
Literature and references
- Istituto Europeo di Design — Wiki
- IED: quanto costa la retta e come entrare all’Istituto Europeo di Design
- Ied: nuovo campus a Milano (nell’ex macello), 100 milioni per nuove sedi e formazione
- L'Istituto europeo di design (Ied) inaugura l'anno accademico in piazza: "Portiamo alla città la nostra esperienza ed energia"
- LE SCUOLE DI FORMAZIONE ALLA MILANO DESIGN WEEK: I PROGETTI DI ISIA FAENZA E IED
- A Milano il primo campus internazionale IED
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Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
