Language

Spanish

Start date

October 2026

Frequency

Evening

Fruition

On campus

Duration

10 Months

Course Coordination

Francesc Grau Tomàs

Transform your passion and creative universe into a profession, gaining the skills to design, produce and communicate your creations.

The Master in Fashion Design provides you with all the tools and knowledge to tackle the different stages of the design process – from the initial creative idea to the realisation of your own collection. You will also work on the communicative and strategic value of a fashion product in the context of a brand.

You will gain insights into fashion history and context, pattern making, printing, drawing, experimentation in knitwear and sewing workshops, draping, and mastering production processes. With this training, you’ll be able to apply theoretical and practical foundations of fashion design to develop coherent collections based on a concept and tailored to specific target audiences.

The programme’s different subjects will help you understand fashion as a system of trends, economic mechanisms, and communication strategies aimed at inspiring and captivating consumers.

Information to decide

A Master programme at one of the top fashion schools – and you’ll graduate with your own collection.

The programme is structured around practical learning, with each student working on projects that replicate real-world processes within the fashion industry.

Its methodology is rooted in experiential learning and project development. Through an experimental approach carried out in specialised workshops, students explore all stages of fashion design: ideation, development and garment realisation. The course combines hands-on sessions, personalised tutoring, and the completion of a Final Project focused on creating and producing a personal collection.

Experimentation with materials, innovation in pattern making, and the exploration of new creative languages are encouraged to develop a contemporary and individual approach.

Students also have access to assisted workshops beyond class hours, with resources and technical support available to optimise learning and project development.

This Master is designed for professionals and creatives from a wide range of backgrounds, with an artistic sensibility and an interest in fashion design. Whether your experience lies in visual arts, architecture, product design, communication, or social sciences, you will find the tools to shape your own voice within the fashion industry.

Previous experience in fashion is not required, but a critical and curious perspective on creative processes and industry trends is essential.

Applicants must submit a CV and a portfolio of fashion-related work, either academic or professional.

The Master in Fashion Design offers a comprehensive education that combines hands-on experimentation, project-based learning and a critical understanding of the fashion system.

Throughout the course, you will develop a personal collection while acquiring creative, technical and strategic skills essential for entering the fashion industry with a strong, independent profile.

The international environment and close contact with lecturers and professionals will help you build a solid and up-to-date vision of the field.

Access to specialised workshops, guidance from expert tutors, and the development of a final project will allow you to build a competitive and coherent portfolio aligned with current industry standards.

Syllabus

What will you learn?

The Master offers comprehensive training in the development of fashion collections, from initial research and concept definition to production. Through a practical approach, you will master all the essential techniques of fashion design, including design, material selection, prototyping, and garment construction.

You will also explore the evolution of fashion and trends to create a unique, industry-focused collection with a strong creative foundation.

Throughout the course, you will benefit from access to assisted workshops, allowing you to refine your skills and develop academic projects during the programme.



Fashion Culture Module

·       20th and 21st Century Fashion History

·       Research and Concept (Fashion Trends)

·       Styling and Accessories

·       Fabrics and Materials



Project Development Module

·       Creative Direction in Fashion Design

·       Fashion Design Project I (Menswear Collection)

·       Fashion Design Project II (Womenswear Collection)

·       Fashion Design Project II (Collection Design and Coordination)

·       Knitwear Collection Design + Knitwear Workshop

·       Printing (Screen Printing and Digital Printing)

·       Draping

·       Pattern Making

·       Garment Construction

·       Assisted Workshops in Sewing and Illustration



Fashion Representation and Communication Techniques Module

·       Fashion Representation Techniques I (Manual Fashion Illustration)

·       Fashion Representation Techniques II (Digital Fashion Illustration)

·       Photography

·       Fashion Project Communication (Professional Portfolio)

·       Introduction to Fashion Marketing and Communication

·       Production Management



Final Project Module

 The Final Master Project brings together all the knowledge acquired throughout the course. Developed individually, each student designs and produces their own collection from concept to finished garments, including the final presentation.

Students must choose the most suitable materials and develop the collection according to the selected brief.

Faculty

Course Leader

Francesc Grau Tomàs

Fashion Designer and Expert in Footwear and Accessories

Teacher

Georgina Cuadros

Fashion Designer

Teacher

Juan Carlos Grao Chamorro

Pattern Maker and Fashion Designer

Teacher

Willy Villacorta

Fashion photographer and lecturer specialised in visual identity and art direction

Teacher

Javier Casado

Expert in denim and menswear design

Teacher

Julia Pelletier

Artist and textile designer specialized in screen printing.

Teacher

José A. Guerrero

Fashion Brand Consultant

Teacher

Flora Ximenis

Fashion designer and lecturer specialised in creativity and trends

Teacher

Elena Castaudi

Designer and entrepreneur, co-founder of the independent design store On Land

Projects

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
Las florerías son el prisma

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
LIMEN

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
Coreografías Silenciosas
Una noia alça al vol la seva vestimenta de color taronja en un camp de blat

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
África en Globo
A cheerful young girl with open arms and a happy expression. She's wearing very big sunglasses and very colorful clothes standing in front of the tram tracks.

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
Viste el humor
DREAMLAND IED Barcelona Máster en Diseño de Moda Elena De Uña Alvarez

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
DREAMLAND
La vida secreta de un maricón americano Sebastian Elbers IED Barcelona

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
La vida secreta de un maricón americano
IED Barcelona Ascidia Esther Almeda

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
Ascidia

Fashion Design and Styling

Barcelona

Final projects / thesis projects
Mychorrizal

News

27 July 2026

IED Barcelona Graduation Day – Master's Degrees and Postgraduate Programmes 2026

Held on 23 July, the graduation ceremony marked the successful completion of this stage of academic study at the school for 67 students.

13 July 2026

IED Barcelona Takes to the Runway at 080 x Cruïlla

Three recently graduated Fashion Design alumni showcased four looks each at the festival’s fashion runway, demonstrating how the new creative voices of the future dress.

IED Ranked Among the World's Best Fashion Schools in 2025

10 July 2026

IED Ranked Top 20 Fashion School Worldwide 2026

IED has once again been ranked among the world’s best fashion schools in 2026: 18th place in the CEOWORLD ranking

10 July 2026

Degree Show 2026 opens IED Kunsthal Bilbao to talent, design and the city

Once again, the Papelera Building opened its doors to the public, showcasing the work developed by students over four years of study and turning the school into a meeting point for design, culture, industry and institutions.

03 July 2026

Substructure: IED in Paris to unveil the framework beneath the garment

Behind the Look: Dover Street Market Paris Hosts IED Milano's Three-Day Fashion Exhibition

03 July 2026

July: Exhibitions, Installations and New Horizons for IED.60 Public Program

With the arrival of July, IED Graduation Days enter their busiest phase across IED’s Italian campuses, bringing with them a series of public events designed to showcase the ideas, projects and research developed by students.

03 July 2026

IED Madrid Celebrates Its Avant-Défilé and Announces the 12 Young Designers Selected for the September Fashion Show

A professional jury selected the most outstanding projects that will be showcased at the fashion show next September.

01 July 2026

Three IED Designers Win at the 2026 Spanish Fashion Academy Awards

Alumni Ernesto Naranjo, together with faculty members Miguel Becer (ManéMané) and Juan Vidal, have been recognised at the third edition of the Academia de la Moda Española Awards for their outstanding creative work.

Shop window displaying two fashionable looks created with upcycling

01 July 2026

IED Barcelona’s sustainable fashion returns to Moda Re-

Once again, first-year students from the Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design, pathway in Fashion Styling, have created a series of looks by applying upcycling techniques to garments donated by the Fundació Formació i Treball.

Don't miss it

Open Day

07 September 2026 - 10 September 2026

Multiple

IED OPEN - THE FUTURE IS LOOKING FOR YOU

Online 7 - 9 September. In person (Italian campuses) -10 September.