When does the Master of Arts in Design course start and how long does it last?

The Master of Arts in Design course starts in January, lasts 40 weeks, (final internship of 3 months within a brand included, granted to the most deserving students), and ends in November.

What is the deadline for application?

Applications must reach the Creative Academy by September 20th, 2010.

How much does the Master of Arts in Design course cost?

The tuition fee is 12.000 Euros (VAT included).

Are scholarships planned and if yes, how are they attributed?

Scholarships are planned. They will be assigned to the students of the main design schools worldwide and to the most deserving students.

How many places are available?

A maximum of 20 students will be admitted.

Is the participation to the final internship within a brand guaranteed?

Final internship is reserved only to the worthier students. It is hosted by the brands of Richemont Group.

What level of fluency in English is required?

Good command of the English language, written and spoken, is required and will be tested during a conversation.

Is there an age limit?

The optimum age bracket is 21 to 28 years of age.

Does previous professional experience or apprenticeship equate to a preferred qualification?

Yes, the master courses are reserved for students worldwide that have already completed an undergraduate course in Design (or equivalent). Previous work experience, even at apprenticeship level, is a preferred qualification

Which documentation is necessary for application?

  1. Application Form.

  2. Portfolio: students are advised to constitute a color printed portfolio which also includes some prints of sketches and hand drawings since the Jury is keen on hand drawings skills. 3D models are optional.

  3. A cd is optional.

  4. Curriculum Vitae

  5. Passport size photo x 2.

All documents should be delivered by regular mail. Portfolio and projects sent to Creative Academy will not be returned.

What is the selection procedure?

Applicants who qualify on the basis of their résumés will participate in a preliminary English interview. A jury of professionals from Richemont and Creative Academy meets in October and is in charge of the screening of the portfolios and CVs. The selected candidates will be informed immediately by telephone and all candidates will receive a notice letter.

Does the school provide lodging for students?

No. Information on Milan life and lodging can be found on Creative Academy website and contacting our former students can be a great help.

Is the attendance mandatory? What is the required daily attendance?

Yes, the attendance is mandatory. Lectures are from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The course requires 2-3 hours daily work, in addition to lectures, for study, preparation of cases and projects + some guided visits on Saturday.

Is a summer vacation planned?

Yes, during the month of August.

Is the Master of Arts in Design accredited at University level?

No, it is a postgraduated school specializing in luxury design. A Master of Arts Degree will be conferred at the completion of the course.

What particular skills students should have?

Hand drawing skills are considered very important as well as knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator (Corel Draw).

What is the duration of the internships?

The internships, as parts of the program, take place from the beginning of September to the end of November and have a total duration of 12 weeks. Only the most deserving students will have this opportunity.

Which companies will host the internships?

The internships will take place in the creative departments of the various brands of Richemont (Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Piaget, A. Lange & Söhne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Vacheron Constantin, Officine Panerai, IWC, Baume & Mercier, Roger Dubuis, Montblanc, Dunhill, Lancel, Purdey, Chloé, Shanghai Tang).

What is the main characteristic of this Master of Arts in Design course compared to others?

Firstly, this Master focus on luxury goods: jewellery, watchmaking hard products and fashion accessories. This very precise scope is the school’s primary distinguishing trait.

The second distinctive factor is the teaching programme, which is structured in such a way as to root theory into practice, in other words in the work world, to the brand and the final client. The Master is actually supported by the Richemont Group, one of the world’s leading luxury goods company, and not by any education or training organization.

As a matter of fact the Master Course offers a rich “know-how” by design and experimentation activities under the individual guidance of highly experienced tutors in the specific sector. The students are guided through the entire process that runs from the conception on through the design, the production and the communication of products.

Are there other information sources available?

A brochure presenting the targets and the organisation of the course is presently available. Apart from the website of the Creative Academy, the site www.richemont.com provides information on Richemont and its brands. The secretary’s office at the Creative Academy (info.italia@creative-academy.com - +39 02 30.26.421) is available for any further requests

Does the Master of Arts in Design course take place yearly?

Yes, from January to November.