Footwear Design
Specialise in one of the key markets of the fashion system with the latest know-how, techniques and trends
Barcelona
ESP
Postgraduate
Language
Spanish
Start date
October 2026
Frequency
Evening
Fruition
On campus
Duration
6 Months
Course Coordination
Lambert Perera, Estefanía García
Price
€6,600
Step into a field with its own unique personality and priorities. Discover what goes into every stage of a footwear design project, from the initial idea to marketing and communication strategies.
This Postgraduate programme in Footwear Design opens the doors to a specialisation in a singular, competitive sector where knowledge of the product, materials and components, and how the fashion industry functions are essential, whether you’re managing a footwear fashion brand or a footwear production project.
In this programme you’ll learn all the strategic concepts you need to design and develop any kind of footwear product, managing every stage of the process all the way to production control and finishing. The programme includes a visit to a tannery and an artisan’s workshop where you’ll see how shoes can be made-to-measure, so you’ll experience every aspect of the sector, from industrial production to bespoke shoemaking.
Information to decide
Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the production process creating your own footwear collection, taking your creative talent to new heights, experimenting with new technologies and exploring traditions of old.
The aim of this programme is to guide you through all the stages involved in the creation and distribution of a footwear collection, combining theoretical learning with practical training and masterclasses led by industry professionals.
You will develop your own collection project based on a given brief, allowing you to fully integrate and apply the practical knowledge gained throughout the course.
You will be trained by a faculty made up of renowned professionals specialising in key areas of footwear design, production and distribution, helping you shape a creative and forward-thinking approach.
Students will also have access to all workshop services for the development of their final collection, including specialised labs (laser cutting, laser and 3D printing, digital printing...) and an exclusive assisted footwear workshop, equipped with industry-specific machinery and supported by a technician during non-teaching hours.
This postgraduate course is specially designed for individuals with a strong passion for the fashion world, particularly in the field of footwear design. It is ideal for those who pay attention to detail and strive for precision in every aspect of their work.
It is aimed primarily at product, fashion or industrial designers, as well as Fine Arts graduates seeking to specialise in footwear. Basic knowledge of Adobe software is required.
One of the most valuable aspects of this course is its broad range of career opportunities: from positions in start-ups and design studios to footwear manufacturing companies and consulting firms. Over 80% of graduates currently work in the sector, at companies such as Sokito, Camper, Casas or Tempe, or have founded their own brands, such as Juliettes, Eeclat or Sin.Par.
Studying footwear design in Barcelona puts you right where the action is, in close contact with some of the biggest Spanish and international footwear brands. This cosmopolitan region is home to some of the world's top fashion brands.
IED collaborates with several of these brands, so studying at IED Barcelona is a great opportunity to see some of the top professionals in the sector at work, learn from their experience, and develop a solid network of contacts.
This postgraduate takes a comprehensive approach to sustainable design, fully integrated throughout the entire design process, from the selection of materials to preparing the business model and determining the associated services.
Syllabus
What will you learn?
Throughout the course, you will be provided with a comprehensive and integrated perspective, in which each subject contributes to a holistic learning journey. Based on this approach, the programme is structured into four main areas of knowledge: design, business, innovation and funding, marketing and communication, and project development.
This experience is enhanced by access to assisted workshops outside of class hours, enabling students to optimise their learning and develop their academic projects in a practical, hands-on environment.
Subjects
Design Module
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Design
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Materials and Technology
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Pattern Making
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Footwear Workshops
Marketing and Communication Module
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Project Communication
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Business, Finance and Innovation
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Marketing
Project Development Module
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Final Project
Masterclasses
The school offers students access to a wide range of specialised workshops to support the development of their final collections. These include facilities for laser cutting, 3D and laser printing, digital printing, and an exclusive assisted footwear workshop — one of a kind in today’s footwear training landscape. This workshop is equipped with dedicated footwear machinery and supported by a technical assistant (outside teaching hours), offering all the tools necessary to bring projects to life.
Inside the labs
+6
Fashion Labs
+3
Hybrid Lab
+2
Media Lab
+2
+4
Printing Lab
Projects
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