Graphic Design Summer Courses
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-04 | - |
| 2024-01-15 | - |
| 2024-09-02 | - |
Program Overview
This 4-week summer course provides a comprehensive introduction to graphic design theory and its application. Students gain foundational knowledge and skills in creating two-dimensional artwork and visual graphics, exploring fundamental design principles and the planning process. The course includes an examination of graphic design from around the world, with a focus on Italian design.
Program Outline
Graphic Design Summer Course
Degree Overview:
- Objective: Provides a comprehensive introduction to graphic design theory and its application.
- Target Audience: Students interested in beginning their graphic design studies, or those currently studying marketing or advertising who want to expand into visual arts.
- Outcome: Students gain the foundational knowledge and skills to create two-dimensional artwork and visual graphics.
Outline:
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Levels: Basic
- Language: English
- Course Schedule:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00-13:00 (graphic design)
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 13:00-14:00 (optional Italian language)
- Content:
- Fundamental design principles
- Planning process
- Creating innovative two-dimensional artwork and visual graphics
- Examination of graphic design from around the world, with a focus on Italian design
- Modules:
Other:
- The course is offered in June only.
- Exact dates are available on the academic calendar.
- Students can combine the course with Italian language lessons for 3 hours per week.
Florence Institute of Design International - FIDI
Overview:
FIDI is an international design school located in the heart of Florence, Italy. It specializes in courses related to graphic design, architecture, furniture design, and interior design, attracting students from across Europe and the world. FIDI offers a range of programs, including master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and diploma courses, all taught in English.
Services Offered:
FIDI offers a variety of programs, including:
Bachelor's Degrees:
BA Interior Design and BA Graphic Design, issued in collaboration with Goldsmiths, University of London.Master's Degrees:
Details on specific master's programs are not provided in the context.Diploma Courses:
Details on specific diploma courses are not provided in the context.Summer Courses:
Short, intensive courses in graphic design, digital illustration, architecture, and furniture design.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that FIDI is located in an elegant setting in the center of Florence, making it an ideal place to study abroad. The school emphasizes dynamic teaching methods, motivating course material, and interactive learning.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Immersion in Italian Design Culture:
FIDI's courses are designed to provide a deep understanding of Italy's rich design heritage.International Environment:
Students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn and collaborate.English Language Instruction:
All courses are taught in English, making it accessible to a wider range of students.Study Abroad Opportunity:
Students enrolled in universities can apply to study abroad at FIDI.Academic Programs:
FIDI's key academic programs include:
Graphic Design:
The school offers both bachelor's and summer courses in graphic design.Architecture:
FIDI provides summer courses in architecture, focusing on drawing, observational skills, and architectural theory.Furniture Design:
The school offers summer courses in furniture design, covering concepts, production, and prototyping.Interior Design:
FIDI offers a bachelor's degree in interior design.Other:
sUMMER REQUIREMENTS
To register to the summer courses we require that you complete only the summer applicaiton form (Online Summer Application). No other documents are required.
