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

Art and design exhibition featuring two central rocks sewn with printed fabrics

23 October 2026

“Valor Ancestral: Latam Creative Talent 2026” makes a stop at IED Barcelona

Following its presentation at IED Madrid and ahead of its move to IED Kunsthal Bilbao, the latest edition of the international exhibition, an initiative promoted by IED since 2022, was on display to coincide with the Barcelona campus’s activities as part of Barcelona Design Week.

Carousel of models on the catwalk of a fashion show

23 October 2026

Acceptance Letter, the label founded by IED Barcelona lecturer Jeakyong Sim, wins the 080 Barcelona Fashion / Rec.0 competition

The label has been recognised as the best emerging local fashion proposal in the 15th edition of the initiative, which has previously awarded IED alumni such as Guillermo Justicia and Elna Solans.

22 October 2026

One student and four alumni from IED Kunsthal Bilbao, alongside two alumni from IED Madrid, awarded scholarships to study at Central Saint Martins

The selected designers have taken part in an intensive two-week programme in London, linked to the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum's Transmissions project.

Female model posing on a rock wearing a white wool wide-sleeved sweater

22 October 2026

IED Barcelona alumna Andrea Trescolí showcases two looks that put sustainability into practice in fashion at Rec.0

From 4 to 7 November, she will showcase her creations entered in a competition for emerging designers who use materials and processes aimed at reducing waste, as part of the festival’s Fashion Design Schools Exhibition at the Igualada Leather Museum (Barcelona).

06 October 2026

150 students begin the 2026–2027 Academic Year on IED Barcelona’s Master’s, Postgraduate and Foundation Courses

The Welcome Event for Master’s and Postgraduate students took place on 1 and 2 October, featuring a new edition of the “Designing for the Many” workshop and the opening lecture. Foundation students received their welcome on 5 October.

06 October 2026

Public Program IED.60, October 2026

This month, IED’s Public Program continues to take design beyond the classroom, creating opportunities for dialogue with audiences, cultural institutions, businesses and professional communities.

02 October 2026

AQU Catalunya grants favourable accreditation to IED Barcelona’s Bachelor of Arts in Design

Once again, IED Barcelona has received a favourable report from the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency (AQU Catalunya), certifying the quality of the Bachelor of Arts in Design (Título de Grado en Enseñanzas Artísticas Superiores de Diseño) delivered by the centre.

02 October 2026

IED Lands in Mexico with Federico Antelo

From 10 to 22 October, the IED Madrid Fashion Director brings talks and workshops to Mexico's top design events.

Fashion sketch with four male silhouettes

02 October 2026

IED Barcelona Alumni Albert Porta named finalist in Sangue Novo

ModaLisboa’s platform and competition for emerging young designers has selected him to present his collection “Branco” on 9 October at Pátio da Galé in Lisbon.

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Exhibitions and Festival

06 October 2026 - 01 September 2027

Barcelona

“The Beetle Bottle” and “Mis queridos Ascos” at “Matter Matters. Designing with the World”

The projects created by IED Barcelona alumni Abdelaziz Moustafa (Product Design) and Violeta Mata (Fashion Design) have been selected to be part of this exhibition at the Museu del Disseny-DHub.

Exhibitions and Festival

08 October 2026 - 31 October 2026

Turin

IED Torino x Torino Design City

From October 8 to 31, 2026, IED Torino will take part with three student projects exploring ecological and environmental transition, as part of a programme of exhibitions, talks and workshops focused on design and innovation.