Florence Institute of Design International: Graphic Design School in Florence, Italy (1 yr, 2 yr or 3 yr)

  Italy

• Florence: 
Florence

Term: Fall, Spring 

Description: Graphic Design school students develop an understanding of color and composition, design, typography, and drawing. The one year graphic design course is a basic but intensive two (2) semester course that addresses all of the fundamentals of the design profession.The school's second and third years are much more thorough in exploration of graphic design concepts. Larger projects are developed during with a more detailed approach to creative problem-solving and the ability to offer solutions that are effective in the business of commercial graphics.

Each one year graphic design course is 30 weeks in duration. Emphasis at the school is placed on learning the concepts and skills for creating computer graphics, web design, and illustrations. The program provides a theoretical and practical approach to education offering professional skills, theoretical foundation, and general education to aid students in the development and maturation of their artistic abilities and to solidify their technical skills. Tools include software such as Adobe PhotoShop, Macromedia, Adobe Illustrator, 3d Studio MAX and other applications.

The Florence Institute is an international school of Italian design providing both masters and academic level design courses. The Institute specializes in a wide range of courses of Graphic Design, Interior Design and Architecture for students from across Europe and around the world. We focus on today's international students with all classes taught in the English language. Our staff has a respected reputation for dynamic teaching methods, motivating course material and interactive learning.

Highlights: Field Trips:
The Field trips form an integral part of the Florence Institute's curriculum. The school is located in close proximity to some of Florence's most important museums and cultural sites. Students are required to attend all field trips that are scheduled for classes in which they are enrolled and should budget and additional 100 Euro per semester for various travel and ticket cost.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 8000 (USD 4000 per semester)

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Scholarships are Available. The Florence Institute awards financial aid in the form of grants based on need to qualified applicants. The amount of financial aid grants awarded each semester varies with a minimum of 10% of the students receiving grants. Apply early to improve your chances of receiving financial aid. To be considered for a grant you must: 1) Be qualified for one of the Institute's programs as per the admissions page. 2) Submit either: a) a portfolio or b) an essay: a. Portfolios should include 3 projects (renderings, drawings, arte, or models) b. Instead of a portfolio, academic students can submit a 150 word essay explaining Why I wish to study design in Florence Requirements for Financial Aid: In order to avoid a reduction in their financial aid award, during the academic year, students are required to carry a B average in all classes.

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is 1 week

The Florence Institute of Design International: Interior Design School in Florence Italy's Mission Statement: As a private Italian institution, we focus on Italy's international students with all classes taught in the English language. Quality interior design and graphic design education is provided as a result of professional staff, excellent resources and personalized instruction. The design school's philosophy is to provide a quality facility offering the highest level of education and design resources.

Year Founded: 2007