Bachelor in Set Design

Applications for the Feb 2027 intake close on Jan 22, 2027. Tuition is 25,012 USD per year.

The Bachelor in Set Design is a 3-year degree for students who want to work in theatre, events, or film. It's taught in English at Nuova Accademia Di Belle Arti in Italy and provides students with the skills to succeed in set design.

The curriculum includes design-related topics, photography, light design, and costume design. Students also participate in internships at theatres and leading companies, learning to develop professional dossiers, budgets, and production plans.

Graduates can work as Set Designers, Production Designers, Art Directors, or Exhibition Designers, in industries like theatre, film, or events, and for employers such as production companies, theatres, or museums.

NABA in Milan is a creative hub for students who want to study art, design and communication within the energetic context of Italy's design capital. Founded in 1980, the academy combines academic recognition with a practical, industry-linked approach to teaching. With campuses in Milan and Rome and roughly 3,000 students overall, NABA offers a multicultural learning environment where international exchange and contemporary practice shape studio-based education.

Programs span bachelor's and master's degrees across design, visual arts, fashion and media, with around 31 distinct options and a strong record of industry partnerships. Teaching blends project work, workshops and internships led by practicing professionals, giving students opportunities to build portfolios and real-world experience. Facilities emphasize studios, digital labs and exhibition spaces where students present work to peers, faculty and external partners.

For international applicants, NABA offers an immersive pathway into European creative industries and access to internships with leading firms and cultural institutions. Career services, portfolio guidance and a network of alumni working across design sectors support transitions into employment or further study. The academy's emphasis on experimentation, collaboration and practical outcomes makes it well suited to students who want hands-on training, international exposure and direct industry connections.