QS World University Rankings® by Subject Art & Design: NABA is the Best Italian Academy of Fine Arts, in the Top 100 worldwide

Key Info

The deadline for the application is May 28th

Scholarship up to 6000€

Discover NABA's new scholarships - a boost for your academic future! NABA is committed to fostering excellence in academic disciplines by supporting highly motivated and talented students by offering scholarships that partially cover tuition fees for the first year and beyond. Don’t miss this chance to advance your academic journey with us! 

HOW TO APPLY - Long Story Short

DEADLINES

  • The deadline for sending applications is May 28th, 2025
  • Candidates who have been awarded a scholarship must enrol within 7 days after the official communication, otherwise the scholarship will be cancelled.
  • Start your journey in NABA in October, 2025!

 

HOW TO

  • Fill out the Application Form: you can find the link in the brochure! 
  • Prepare Documents: Include your Curriculum Vitae, Artistic/Professional Portfolio, Motivation Letter, Previous Transcripts/Mark Sheet, University Degree Certificate or First-Level Academic Diploma, Valid Passport Copy, and Certificate of English or Italian knowledge (level B1.2).
  • Submit Application
  • Receive Confirmation
FAQ

Can I apply without a final diploma?
Yes, as long as you complete it by the end of A.Y. 2024/25.

Is the application free?
Yes, there’s no application fee.

Can I combine this with other scholarships?
No, it cannot be combined with DSU or other NABA financial aid.

How do I apply?
Apply at competition.naba.it or by email to int.info@naba.it. After applying, you’ll receive a confirmation within 48 hours.

Master of Arts

Explore our programmes

Course
Master of Arts
<p><span data-contrast="auto">NABA's Master of Arts are your gateway to specialisations in visual arts, curating, design, fashion, communication, and advertising. These dynamic two-year programs </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">blend intensive classroom learning with hands-on workshops</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The <strong>February intake</strong> is an accelerated option, allowing you to complete your studies in just one and a half years without losing an academic year.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Plus, you'll obtain a </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">prestigious Second Level Academic Diploma</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> from our AFAM (Alta Formazione Artistica e Musicale) program, recognised by the Ministero dell&rsquo;Istruzione, dell&rsquo;Universit&agrave; e della Ricerca, and you'll earn 120 credits valid for further studies even abroad.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">Our courses are:&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Creative media production</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Digital and Live Performance</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Fashion and costume design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Fashion Design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Interior Design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Product and service design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Social Design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Textile design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">User experience design</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Visual Arts and Curatorial Studies</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Visual design and integrated marketing communication</span></li> </ul>
Academic Masters

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Course
Academic Masters
<p class="" data-start="168" data-end="394"><strong data-start="168" data-end="277">NABA's Academic Masters are designed to launch your career in today&rsquo;s most innovative creative industries</strong>, combining specialized training with real-world projects in collaboration with top-tier professionals and companies.</p> <p class="" data-start="396" data-end="609">These intensive one-year programs offer a fast-track opportunity to gain practical expertise in high-demand fields such as fashion marketing, contemporary art, user experience design, and sustainable innovation.</p> <p class="" data-start="611" data-end="856">At the end of the program, you'll earn a <strong data-start="652" data-end="691">First Level Academic Master diploma</strong>, part of Italy&rsquo;s AFAM (Alta Formazione Artistica e Musicale) system, recognized by the <strong data-start="779" data-end="818">Ministry of University and Research</strong> and valid across Europe and beyond.</p> <p class="" data-start="858" data-end="976">You'll also receive <strong data-start="878" data-end="897">60 ECTS credits</strong>, enabling access to further postgraduate study or professional specialization.</p> <p class="" data-start="983" data-end="1024"><strong data-start="983" data-end="1023">Our Academic Master programs include</strong>:</p> <ul data-start="1026" data-end="2071"> <li class="" data-start="1026" data-end="1171"> <p class="" data-start="1028" data-end="1171"><strong data-start="1028" data-end="1057">Fashion Digital Marketing</strong><br data-start="1057" data-end="1060" /> Learn to craft digital strategies and content for fashion brands across social media, e-commerce, and mobile.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1317" data-end="1468"> <p class="" data-start="1319" data-end="1468"><strong data-start="1319" data-end="1356">Fashion Styling and Communication</strong><br data-start="1356" data-end="1359" /> Explore the languages of style, photography, editorial and branding to shape the image of fashion in media.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1470" data-end="1630"> <p class="" data-start="1472" data-end="1630"><strong data-start="1472" data-end="1500">Contemporary Art Markets</strong><br data-start="1500" data-end="1503" /> Dive into the business side of art with curatorial, managerial, and marketing training for galleries, museums, and art fairs.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1632" data-end="1780"> <p class="" data-start="1634" data-end="1780"><strong data-start="1634" data-end="1667">Photography and Visual Design</strong><br data-start="1667" data-end="1670" /> Blend theory and image-making to create impactful photography projects for cultural and commercial contexts.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1782" data-end="1908"> <p class="" data-start="1784" data-end="1908"><strong data-start="1784" data-end="1810">User Experience Design</strong><br data-start="1810" data-end="1813" /> Combine research, strategy, and interaction design to build human-centered digital solutions.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1910" data-end="2071"> <p class="" data-start="1912" data-end="2071"><strong data-start="1912" data-end="1952">Sustainable Innovation Communication</strong><br data-start="1952" data-end="1955" /> Focus on the intersection of sustainability, branding, and communication to shape responsible creative strategies.</p> </li> </ul>

Alumni Voices

Academic Masters in Communication and Graphic Design
TATIANA KAMAL
CREATIVE DESIGNER - TBWA\RAAD, DUBAI, U.A.E

“NABA was a big turning point for me thanks to the cultural diversity, professionalism of its staff and high standards of education. The chance to work closely with big professionals from International creative markets and to be professionally oriented and exposed to International competitions helped me to improve on both professional and personal levels.”

Master of Arts in Design
CEM YILMAZ
Industrial Designer - Whirpool

NABA is the place that made me a better designer and a better creative person thanks to all the professors, industry collaborations, workshops and the fantastic times that I 've spent there. For me NABA is the place that I confirmed my passions into the one place.

Master of Arts in Visual Arts
NICOLAS VAMVOUKLIS
Artistic Director at K-Gold Temporary Gallery - ARTWORKS Curatorial Fellow at Stavros Niarchos Foundation

"During my postgraduate studies at NABA, I had the chance to develop my research under the guidance of established art professionals and participate in inspiring projects built in partnership with major cultural institutions. In addition, the curriculum included a wide range of courses related to the contemporary art system (publishing and exhibition design, among others) that provided me with leading-edge thinking and experimental practice in curatorial studies".

NABA is the best Italian Academy of Fine Arts

For the 2025 edition, NABA has once again been recognised by QS World University Rankings® by Subject as the first and only Italian Academy of Fine Arts among the world's top 100 universities in the field of Art & Design. 

Achieving this exceptional result for the fifth consecutive year reaffirms the excellence of NABA’s distinctive educational methodology, driven by a strong commitment to research and an ongoing connection with the artistic and professional landscape.