Milan is synonymous with design, and no wonder. It unites a rich history with a continued vital role in the global design landscape that is always respectful of the past but has an eye towards the future. This unique approach to research and experimentation is also reflected in the Milano Design School, where participants are challenged with projects from bespoke hand-crafted furniture to high-end design for interiors, products, and visual graphics.

All courses at Istituto Marangoni Milano Design School are underpinned by a contemporary aesthetic and a good dose of luxury and fashion found across the city. This approach is closely linked to the city’s Design District and the vast community of designers who are drawn to study, work and live in this inspiring environment, leading to a unique mix of cutting-edge design, technology, and business acumen.

Istituto Marangoni provides a diverse range of inspiring undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Interior, Product and Visual Design for students to succeed and thrive in a first-rate educational environment.

Interior Design courses at Istituto Marangoni blend trends, industry developments, project management, function and contemporary style. Learners work on design or renovation projects that span residential, commercial or leisure sites. Along with furnishings, lighting and colour, they learn how to mix atmospheres, culture, and a creative vision, with an eye to user experience and sustainability.

Product Design courses combine heritage, craftsmanship and creativity with manual and digital skills to develop luxury furniture, bespoke or one-off items. Along with technical drawing, 3D modelling, and prototype development on CAD, participants investigate the influence of Italian style on design, the use of sustainable materials and renewable resources, and new manufacturing processes.

Visual Design courses address consumer demands and real-world case studies for industry-ready designers. Learners work on video animation, interaction and motion graphics to promote a vision, product or event in today’s arena. They analyse new consumer habits, phygital retail and the latest digital tools to reach today’s “bicultural consumers”, blending digital features with in-store experiences.

These undergraduate programmes are for participants looking to enter the fashion, design, and art industries. They provide comprehensive knowledge and all the necessary skills to develop a career in the desired area of expertise.

These full-time postgraduate programmes provide highly specialised skills to support participants’ careers in the fashion, luxury and creative industries. They are aimed at those who have already completed an undergraduate degree and want to learn more or professionals who want to widen their knowledge of a particular topic.

These courses explore the techniques and theory related to fashion, design, styling, and business, meeting the needs of those with limited time or participants with little or no prior experience or relevant studies.

Semester courses provide an opportunity to see the world, experience new cultures, learn a new language, visit neighbouring countries, and make new lifelong friends. Undergraduate and graduate courses (4-5 months) offer participants the opportunity to learn critical skills from international experts and experience different education systems.

Foundation courses allow participants to develop critical, independent thinking and practical skills to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies. At the end of the course, participants learners the necessary preparation to apply for a Three-Year or Master's Degree programme.

Istituto Marangoni offers short courses of various levels and lengths covering several topics to suit all preferences. These courses are also the perfect introduction to fashion programmes, to progress into higher education or to develop a career plan.