| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Foundation Year in Art & Design is a preparatory program for international students seeking to pursue art and design studies in Italy. It provides a foundation in art, design, and architecture, enhances Italian language proficiency, and prepares students for the academic requirements of Italian undergraduate programs. The program offers two options, a 9-month fall semester and a 6-month spring semester, and includes hands-on learning experiences, portfolio development, and access to Syracuse Academy's language and culture program.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Foundation Year in Art & Design
is a preparatory program designed for international students who wish to enroll in an Italian university in the field of Art and Design. It aims to:
- Enhance students' knowledge of the Italian language and culture.
- Provide a foundation in the fundamental concepts of art, design, and architecture in Italy.
- Prepare students for the academic requirements of Italian undergraduate programs. The program offers two options:
- Fall Semester: Starts in September, lasts 9 months, includes 660 academic hours of on-site learning.
- Spring Semester: Starts in January, lasts 6 months, includes 420 academic hours of on-site learning.
Outline:
Content:
- The program focuses on foundational skills in art, design, and architecture.
- It includes courses in drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, digital media, design theory, and Italian language.
Structure:
- The program is divided into modules, each with a specific focus.
Assessment:
Assessment methods:
- The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including exams, assignments, presentations, and portfolios.
Teaching:
Teaching methods:
- The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, interactive workshops, individual and group projects, and portfolio development.
Faculty:
- The program is taught by experienced faculty members with expertise in art, design, and education.
Unique approaches:
- The program emphasizes hands-on learning experiences and encourages students to develop their own creative voice.
- It provides access to Syracuse Academy's language and culture program, offering an immersive Italian experience.
Careers:
Career paths:
- The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in the art and design fields, including:
- Fine artist
- Graphic designer
- Illustrator
- Photographer
- Architect
- Art historian
- Museum curator
- Art teacher
Opportunities:
- The program provides students with the opportunity to:
- Build a strong portfolio.
- Gain valuable skills and knowledge.
- Network with professionals in the art and design industry.
- Apply to undergraduate programs in Italy and other countries.
Outcomes:
- Graduates of the program have gone on to successful careers in various art and design fields.
- The program has a high success rate in helping students gain admission to undergraduate programs in Italy.
Other:
- The program grants conditional pre-enrollment in the MADE Program | Fine Arts and Design Academy in Siracusa, Sicily.
- Students may choose to apply to any university or design academy in Italy after completing the program.
- Depending on the university, students may need to provide additional documentation or pass an entrance exam.
FALL track: 9-month on-site program: September 2023 – June 2024 Tuition Fee: € 7,500 Application Fee: € 350 SPRING track: 6-month on-site program January 2024 – June 2024 Tuition Fee: € 5,600 Application Fee: € 350 2nd instalment (50%) is to be paid within 60 days after the start of the program. NB. In the unlikely case of visa denial, the Tuition Fees are fully reimbursable.
