Bachelor's Degree in Interior and Product Design

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Accademia italiana

Program Overview

If you’re someone who enjoys both creativity and practical problem-solving, this program at Accademia Italiana is a really strong fit. It’s designed to help you move from raw ideas to real, functional interiors and products—so you’re not just designing, you’re learning how things actually work in the real world.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

So, in your first year, you’re really building that creative foundation. You’ll explore subjects like design research analysis, history of interior design, and materials and their use, which help you understand how design evolves and why certain choices matter. At the same time, you’ll start working on basic projects—sketching, experimenting, and learning how to turn ideas into something structured.

Year 2

By the second year, things get a lot more hands-on and practical. You’ll start working on real design scenarios like interior furniture design for private spaces, commercial and public spaces (like restaurants, museums, hotels), and even survey and restructuring of spaces. This is where you begin using digital tools more seriously and start thinking like a designer who can actually execute ideas, not just imagine them.

Year 3

In your final year, everything comes together. You’ll focus on advanced work like product design and prototyping, visual and graphic communication of your designs, and most importantly, building a professional portfolio. This is the stage where you prepare for the industry—whether that’s working with studios, entering competitions, or starting your own creative path.

Focus Areas

Interior Design, Product Design, Spatial Design, Furniture Design, Materials & Technology, Digital Design Tools, Visual Communication

Learning Outcomes

Strong creative thinking, practical design execution, ability to design and restructure spaces, product development and prototyping skills, confidence with design software, and a polished professional portfolio

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The degree is recognised by the Italian Ministry of University (MUR), which means it holds official academic value and is internationally recognised.

Reputation (Employability & Industry Exposure)

What’s nice here is the exposure—you’re not learning in isolation. The school connects students with industry professionals and real design contexts, including guest lectures and collaborations with well-known brands like Kartell and Poltrona Frau. That kind of environment really helps when it comes to building confidence and employability.

Official Program Link:
https://www.accademiaitaliana.com/en/departments/design-courses/design-degree

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Accademia Italiana, learning feels very hands-on from the start—you’re not just sitting through lectures, you’re actually designing, experimenting, and building things as you go. The whole program is built around real practice, where you develop ideas, test them, present them, and refine them using the same approach designers follow in the industry.

What also makes a big difference is the environment—you’re studying in cities like Florence and Rome, which naturally become part of your learning. Museums, architecture, exhibitions… they’re not separate from your course, they actually feed into your projects and creative thinking.

And as you progress, this practical exposure becomes more structured and career-focused:

Internships (real industry exposure):
- Curricular internships during your degree (usually in summer)
- Additional 3–6 month internships after graduation, often leading to job opportunities
Live projects & industry collaborations:
- Work on projects connected to real companies, studios, and institutions
- Take part in exhibitions and competitions where your work gets real visibility
Career support & networking:
- Career Days where professionals review your portfolio
- Direct interaction with industry experts, helping you build connections early
Workshops & creative activities:
- Regular workshops, events, and themed design projects
- Opportunities to engage in international or cross-cultural design initiatives
Studio-based learning & portfolio building:
- Continuous hands-on projects throughout the course
- Strong focus on building a professional portfolio you can actually use for jobs

🔗 Facilities & Industry / Career Support:
https://www.accademiaitaliana.com/en/internships-companies

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Accademia Italiana, the goal isn’t just to graduate—you’re expected to step into the design world with confidence, experience, and a portfolio that actually represents your work. By the end of the program, most students are already connected to the industry through projects, internships, and events, which makes the transition into a career feel much more natural.

You’ll typically move into roles such as Interior Designer, Product Designer, Furniture Designer, or Spatial/Exhibition Designer — and from there, you can grow into studio-based roles, freelance work, or even launch your own creative practice:

Career Support, Industry Links & Outcomes

Job Placement Service (direct career support):
- The university actively supports you with CV sharing and connecting you to companies looking for designers
Career Days & Graduate Exhibitions:
- Your final work is showcased to professionals who are actually hiring, giving you real visibility
Industry collaborations & network:
- Strong links with design studios, brands, and creative professionals throughout your degree
Graduate employability:
- A high percentage of students secure roles after graduation, thanks to practical experience and industry exposure
Real-world experience during study:
- Competitions, collaborative projects, and internships often lead directly to job opportunities
Long-term degree value:
- The qualification is officially recognised by the Italian Ministry (MUR), giving you credibility and flexibility to work internationally

Further Academic Progression:

If you decide to specialise further, you can move into Master’s degrees in Interior Design, Product Design, or related creative fields, either at Accademia Italiana or other top design schools globally. This is a great step if you want to deepen your expertise, move into leadership roles, or explore areas like design strategy, research, or teaching.