Master in Social Design

Tuition fees are 25,700 USD per year; applications for the Feb 2027 intake close on Jan 22, 2027.

The Master in Social Design is a 2-year degree that focuses on social development strategies. It's taught in English at Nuova Accademia Di Belle Arti in Italy and helps students understand how design can drive sustainable innovation and promote social evolution.

This program covers subjects like social design principles, sustainable innovation, and community empowerment. Students learn skills like design research, social impact assessment, and project planning. The program includes hands-on components to help students explore new design scenarios.

Graduates can pursue careers as Social Designers, Sustainability Specialists, Community Development Managers, Social Innovators, or Design Researchers. They can work in various industries, including non-profit, government, or private sectors, for employers like social enterprises, NGOs, or public administrations.

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.