Fashion Summer Courses in Milan, Italy

  Italy

• Milan: 
Milan

Term: Summer 
Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: July & August

Description: Italy is home to some of the best fashion designers in the world such as Armani, Dolce&Gabbana, Valentino, Fendi, Versace and so many more. Just a few weeks in Milan is all you need to become truly inspired by the amazing style that is Milanese.

The Summer programmes are perfect for students in or out of school who have a limited amount of time and would love to learn more about Fashion in the Fashion capital of the world.

What will I learn?

In this intensive course you will receive a detailed introduction into the Italian fashion industry:

* Visit the top designers boutiques and analyse the latest trends.
* Learn how to draw from our experts.
* Take your new skill of drawing and develop your illustrations into highly stylised fashion designs.
* Learn about the various types of textiles and materials used by designers.
* Discover the importance of colours.
* Construct your own mood and story boards.
* Learn how to draft basic technical drawings for your designs.

Highlights of the Course

Orientation
SDC staff hosts an orientation day where we walk you through the city and show you all the major sites and places that you may need to go during your stay. At orientation we will also educate you on day to day life in Italy, health and safety and Italian customs and culture.

Language
The course is taught in English by International lecturers from around the world. No need to study Italian before you arrive. Nothing stopping you from learning a little while you're here!

Social days
Each week you will have a planned social event by the College where all students will get together and do something exciting. Weekends are free so students like to travel a little and see all the treasures of Italy.

Learning in the City
Summer in Milan is beautiful! We don't waste all our time inside the Campus. Some lectures and assignments are conducted outside in parks, piazzas, cathedrals or even in a castle.

Where will I stay?

If you require accommodation SDC will assist you according to your budget. Apply in advance as accommodation can fill up closer to summer time with the popularity of these courses.

Highlights:
Top 10 reasons why students choose Style Design College:

1. Many students want to study in Italy but don't want to struggle with the language. SDC lecturers are International mother tongue English speakers. Students who don't speak English love coming to SDC to learn English in a fun, fashion environment.

2. The inspiring, creative environment of the Campus situated in the centre of the city gives students so much inspiration to design innovative masterpieces.

3. The SDC Campus has a fun and social atmosphere where students from around the world can make friends and explore Milan and other interesting places in Italy together.

4. SDC Fashion courses contain everything you need to know so there is no need to take a variety of modules or courses.

5. SDC is internationally accredited so once you receive your certificate of attendance for your summer course it is recognised as coming from a reputable institution.

6. Due to SDC's international accreditation students can transfer credits from/back home to their institutions. This means you can transfer any credits from your summer course for specific subjects and use your credits back home.

7. SDC is equipped with all the latest technology and resources

8. As there are a few different departments in the College you will work with other students from Interior Design or Photography in a variety of projects.

9. SDC has other Campuses around the world so each student becomes part of an International network.

10. SDC has a highly acclaimed International reputation and has produced many successful designers so if you want to make it in the fashion industry joining SDC is already one step in the right direction. Remember to be the best you have to study with the best.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: please email

Accomodation, language lessons and stationery charged additionally

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 26

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Style Design College's Mission Statement: Style Design College is an internationally accredited Design and Photography College. This acclaimed institution trains students to be famous fashion designers, interior designers and photographers using top International lecturers. Courses are structured so that students who graduate are able to find work in the industry or even start their own businesses. Each year hundreds of students from around the world are attracted to the SDC Campuses due to their reputation, social and creative environment and quality of higher education.

Year Founded: 2005