NABA

International Academy of Art and Design

NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, is an international design school offering a wide range of creative programs in design, art, fashion, and media.

With campuses in Milan, Rome and London, students can spend time in some of Europe’s most creative cities. The Milan campus is situated in the lively Navigli district, whilst the Rome campus is located in Ostiense, a former industrial area that has become a hub for contemporary art and culture. The London campus is situated in Here East, an award-winning centre for innovation in the heart of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

With over 6,000 students, of which 35% are international, NABA offers a multicultural and inspiring environment where creative talents from around the world come together.

NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, was founded in 1980 and is Italy’s largest private art academy with campuses in Milan and Rome. Since 1981, the school has been legally recognised by the higher education system for art and music (AFAM, Alta Formazione Artistica e Musicale), regulated by the Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR). Over the years, NABA has received numerous awards and accolades, as well as accreditations and international recognition.

Programmes

Marketing and Management for Creative Industries

July 28, 2026 Bachelor Graphic Design NABA Milan Language: English

The bachelor’s program trains professionals who can drive innovation within creative sectors using smart technology as a key tool for designing the strategies, services, and products of the future.

Fashion Design

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Fashion Design NABA Milan London Rome Language: English

NABA’s bachelor’s programme in fashion design aims to prepare students for professional careers in the Italian and international fashion industry.

Film & Animation

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Game Design & Film Media NABA Milan Rome Language: English

The programme aims to prepare artists and professionals for audiovisual creation. Particularly within film, covering both live-action productions, animations, and all traditional, contemporary, and future applications.

Set Design

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Media Set Design NABA Milan Language: English

Students are introduced to the fascinating world of set design and costume design for theatre, media, and live events.

Fashion Marketing & Management

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Fashion Business NABA Milan London Language: English

The programme aims to train a professional who can manage the interdisciplinary complexity of the fashion system and connect the idea and development phase of the product to marketing, communication and distribution strategies.

Comics & Visual Storytelling

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Graphic Design NABA Milan Rome Language: English

This bachelor’s degree prepares future comic artists, graphic novel authors, and visual artists, equipping them with the skills required to create engaging stories and develop their own personal style.

Design

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Design NABA Milan London Rome Language: English

NABA’s bachelor’s programme in Design follows the principle of “learning by doing” and blends theoretical studies with experience-based workshops, covering product, innovation, and interior design.

Creative Technologies

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Game Design & Film Media NABA Milan Language: English

Study Game Design and Creative Technologies at NABA in Milan. The bachelor’s programme focuses on CGI and prepares students for careers in game design, VFX, and 3D.

Painting & Visual Arts

July 27, 2026 BA & 1-year programme Fine Arts NABA Milan Rome Language: English

NABA’s bachelor’s programme in Painting and Visual Arts explores the evolution of contemporary art and connects it to various areas of production, providing a broad understanding of art in different social contexts.