BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN PRODUCT AND INTERIOR DESIGN

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Academy of Fine Arts GB Tiepolo

Program Overview

If you’re someone who enjoys thinking about how spaces feel and how products fit into everyday life, this program is a really strong starting point. It brings together interior design and product design, helping you understand not just how things look, but how people actually live, move, and interact within spaces.

Curriculum structure

Year 1

You start by building your creative foundation, learning how to observe, sketch, and think like a designer. Through areas like design fundamentals, artistic disciplines, and visual representation, you begin to understand how ideas are developed and communicated visually.

Year 2

This is where things become more hands-on and applied. You’ll start working on real design problems, combining interior design concepts with product development, and learning how to balance creativity with function and practicality.

Year 3

In your final year, you move closer to industry-level work, focusing on independent projects and refining your design identity. You’ll work on advanced projects that bring together functional, technological, and aesthetic elements, preparing you for professional practice.

Focus areas (in a string):

Interior design, product design, spatial planning, contemporary living, design innovation

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Creative thinking, spatial awareness, problem-solving, design development, ability to create functional and aesthetic solutions

Professional alignment (accreditation):

Recognised diploma in Design and Applied Arts (DAPL06) within the Italian higher education system

Reputation (employability rankings):

Rooted in Italy’s globally respected design culture, known for combining creativity, craftsmanship, and practical design thinking

Official Program Link:
https://accademiatiepolo.it/en/programs/interior-design-and-architecture/

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

What you’ll really enjoy about this program is how practical it feels from the beginning. You’re not just sitting through theory — you’re constantly working on ideas, building concepts, and learning how to design spaces and products in a way that actually makes sense in real life. The whole approach is very hands-on and studio-based, so you start thinking like a designer early on, not just studying design.

As you move through the course, your projects become more advanced and realistic, pushing you to balance creativity, functionality, and technical thinking — just like you would in a real design studio. By the time you graduate, you’re not just learning design… you’ve actually been practicing it throughout:

Project-based learning: You’ll regularly work on designing interior spaces and products, building real-world design experience
Studio-style environment: Classes are structured like a design studio, where you present ideas, get feedback, and refine your work
Creative experimentation: You’re encouraged to explore different concepts, test ideas, and develop your own design style
Real-world design thinking: Projects focus on combining aesthetics, usability, and technical elements, just like industry expectations
Portfolio development: Everything you create contributes to a strong professional portfolio, which is key when applying for jobs
Industry-relevant projects: Your work is aligned with modern living trends and user needs, making it practical and up-to-date

🔗 Program & Facilities Link:
https://accademiatiepolo.it/en/programs/interior-design-and-architecture/

Progression & Future Opportunities

By the time you graduate from this program, you won’t just understand design — you’ll have actually practiced it in a way that prepares you for the real world. Since the course combines interior and product design, you’re not boxed into one path, which gives you the freedom to explore different areas depending on what you enjoy most.

Typical roles include: Interior Designer, Product Designer, Furniture Designer, Spatial / Exhibition Designer:

Support when stepping into work: The academy helps guide students as they transition from university into the design industry
Skills that actually matter in the industry: You’ll be trained to think practically, balancing creativity with how designs work in real life
Right environment for design: Studying in Italy means you’re surrounded by a culture that values design, especially in furniture and interiors
Recognised qualification: The DAPL06 diploma is part of the Italian higher education system, giving your degree solid credibility
Strong starting point: You graduate with a portfolio that can help you enter design studios, work with companies, or even begin freelancing

Further Academic Progression:

If you decide you want to specialise more, this degree sets you up well for the next step. You can go on to pursue a Master’s in Interior Design, Product Design, or other related design fields, helping you deepen your expertise and open up more advanced career opportunities.

🔗 Official Program Link:
https://accademiatiepolo.it/en/programs/interior-design-and-architecture/