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Summer 3 weeks I 2027

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4 Credits
| Course #: IED 1

Introductory level

Fashion Design and Creative Methodology is a summer course, taught in English, in which you’ll combine research with practical experience in group projects to develop an idea for a finished garment.

The course includes special visits, preparing your own print for the final garment, the targeted use of sketching as a tool, and doing research for a collection with the option to produce a 3D garment.

In this course you’ll develop your own creative universe using different methods and exercises, including a mystery trip to boost your research skills. You’ll gain confidence with the moulage technique, and learn the most effective methods to create your own collection.

Subjects:

Creative research

3D experimentation

Collection

Sketchbook

Creative prints and colour Lab

Contact Hours:
4 Credits
| Course #: IED 2

Advanced level

This Fashion Trend Forecasting Summer Course in English gives you a dynamic and practical approach to observing, collecting and using signs of change to predict fashion trends in the near future.

In workshops, exercises, tutorials and on excursions you’ll learn the theories, methodologies and how to use the most effective tools from international guest lecturers and professional designers with extensive experience in trends, design and forecasting.

The course is organised into three steps:

  • Scanning and compiling. Students practice primary and secondary forecasting techniques, looking for the first signs of change.
  • Connecting and verifying. Empirical forecasting exercises to connect the dots with the information collected.
  • Implementing and generating. Draw final conclusions and experiment with the methods and means to present the work.
Contact Hours:
4 Credits
| Course #: IED 3

Advanced level

The Summer Course in Graphic Design in Branding helps you to take your first steps in visual identity design and learn to use print or digital media in a strategic, responsible way to create a better user experience.

In this course, taught in English, you’ll be working with case studies and other types of projects, using the best materials, tools and technologies to create the most effective graphic design and visual communication.

A learning experience based on case studies and other design methodologies, such as Visual Design Thinking. Particular emphasis is placed on observing, analysing, comparing, creating and developing strategies, resources and methodologies to design visual identity systems for products, exhibition spaces, branding, wayfinding, corporate identity, event design, social and digital media.

In this course, you’ll be encouraged to explore new creative avenues, design trends and adopt a designer’s (knowledge-based) way of thinking, to plan and design in a responsible way and play a pro-active role in transitional design for a sustainable future.

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