Studying in Rome
Where creativity designs the future
Studying in Rome means immersing yourself in a city that inspires, experiments, and innovates every day.
In the heart of the Italian capital, amidst millennia of history and contemporary energy, IED Rome shapes the creatives of tomorrow. Here, different disciplines intertwine with culture and experimentation, offering a unique educational experience.
Choosing an IED course in Rome means:
- Accessing real-world opportunities
Rome is home to institutions, global events, and major productions. Studying here opens doors to collaborations and meetings with professionals and creatives from all over the world.
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Developing cross-disciplinary and contemporary skills
IED Rome promotes interdisciplinarity. Courses integrate various skill sets to shape professionals capable of facing the challenges of the future, with a strong focus on sustainability, technology, and the evolution of creative languages. -
Taking part in real-world projects with tangible impact
Throughout the year, students participate in interdisciplinary initiatives that connect learning with the real world:
- IED Roma Design Awards, an accolade recognising the best projects developed annually with the patronage of ADI (Associazione per il Disegno Industriale)
- IED Factory, cross-disciplinary workshops led by international artists with a final exhibition
- La Città Insegna, a series of public lectures held in both ancient and modern locations across the capital
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Studying where culture is everywhere
In Italy’s most visited city, every corner tells a story. Living and studying here means being surrounded daily by a wealth of artistic and cultural heritage that inspires and fuels creativity. IED Rome’s three campuses are located in iconic districts: San Giovanni, Pigneto, and Testaccio. Here, tradition and modernity coexist amid galleries, regenerated spaces, street art, and cultural gathering spots.
From First Level Academic Diplomas to Master’s degrees, Second Level Academic Diplomas, and Continuing Study Programs: with IED you can choose the path that’s right for you.
Explore the areas of study at the Rome campus
Immerse yourself in a creative environment where you can design spaces and products that bridge innovation and tradition, drawing inspiration from the Eternal City and tapping into its vast artistic, architectural, and cultural heritage.
Study in a city where every street corner tells a story and art lives alongside contemporary visual languages. Choose a multidisciplinary path that combines technique, vision, and visual culture in a unique and stimulating context.
Train in a one-of-a-kind setting where elegance and creativity intertwine with history, art, and contemporary visions. Experience the entire city as a space for research and experimentation, shaping professionals who can interpret and anticipate the languages of the future.
Study Communication in Rome, engaging with languages, media, and strategies in a complex and layered city. This course will help you develop critical thinking and interpret the present.
News
The numbers behind IED Rome
+1.200
students
+600
lecturers
14
Master's programmes
14
First Level Academic Diplomas
3
Second Level Academic Diplomas
+60
partnerships each year with local organisations, institutions, associations, and companies
+10
events per year promoted across the city
+90%
graduate employment rate
A school made up of people
Laura Negrini
Max Giovagnoli
Gianfranco Bombaci
Paola Pattacini
Lorenzo Terragna
Alberto Iacovoni
Andrea Contini
Pietro Cagnazzi
A widespread campus inhabited by spaces with a strong identity: two campuses hosting the Visual Arts and Design courses are located between the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano and the Pigneto neighborhood, known for its nightlife and cultural vibrancy. The third campus, which houses the Fashion and Communication schools, is located in the heart of Testaccio, a popular neighborhood that has maintained its authenticity over time thanks to the redevelopment and conversion of many buildings.
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Our laboratories
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CINTIQ LABS
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COMPUTER LABS
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PATTERN-MAKING WORKSHOP
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LEATHER GOODS AND CUTTING AND SEWING WORKSHOP
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TAILORING AND KNITTING WORKSHOP
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TEXTILE LAB
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FASHION PHOTO STUDIO
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FASHION PHOTO STUDIO
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FASHION COMPUTER LABS
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LISTENING LAB
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SOUND LAB
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ENGRAVING ROOM
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CINTIQ LABS
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DARK ROOM
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PHOTO STUDIO
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FAB LAB
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SCANNER LASER 3D - G-SCAN
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ANIMATION WORKSHOP
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Jewel Design Lab
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PAINTING AREA
At the service of our students
Services, meetings, personalised information desks and dedicated teams: living well to learn better.
IED Roma, through a network of affiliated residential accommodation, supports you in finding well-connected accommodation with the location of your course of study.
IED cares about the all-round well-being of its students, and with this in mind, in recent years it has activated didactic and extra-educational support services to help make the study experience integrated, participatory and mindful.
Discover the services available to you to get in touch and learn more about IED, find your way through your admission process and the important steps you will need to take to successfully start your IED journey.
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Where to find us
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Via Alcamo Historic Hub
Our Spaces
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Via Casilina hub
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How to get there
Walking
The historic center is compact and perfect for exploring on foot: only 2.5 km separate the Colosseum from Piazza di Spagna. This makes daily and cultural life even more accessible for those who choose Rome as their city for education.
Metro
The metro is the fastest and most convenient way to move between neighborhoods: the three active lines – A (orange), B/B1 (blue), and C (green) – efficiently connect the historic center with the main areas of the city.
Bus and tram
Rome's bus and tram network is extensive and well-connected with the metro, allowing for easy movement between the city's neighborhoods. It's a convenient solution to reach areas not served by the metro and to move flexibly throughout the day.
Scooters and e-bikes in sharing
For those looking for a sustainable and smart solution, Rome offers a wide network of scooters and e-bikes in sharing. Available in various areas of the city, they are ideal for short urban trips and easily integrate with other public transport. A practical way to move independently, avoiding traffic and waiting.
IED Roma Design Awards
IED Roma Design Awards is the recognition addressed to the best projects developed annually by the students of IED Roma.
It had its first edition in 2019 at the behest of Laura Negrini, Director of the seat, to reward talent and show the results of the students' commitment and creativity to the entire IED community as well as the outside world.
IED Factory
The annual event organised by IED Roma that offers a cutting-edge design experience with internationally renowned professionals and artists.
An intensive week of cross-disciplinary workshops on a contemporary theme, open to all second-year students.
Annual events
Rome Film Fest
Every autumn, the Auditorium Parco della Musica hosts one of the most anticipated film events, featuring premieres, red carpets, and international guests. It also includes Alice nella Città, a section dedicated to younger generations.
Romaeuropa Festival
Two months of performances from around the world: dance, theater, music, visual arts, and new technologies. One of the most important contemporary art festivals in Europe.
Videocittà
Festival dedicated to visual innovation and the audiovisual industry. An immersive experience among video art, installations, live performances, and digital experimentation.
Maker Faire
The reference event for technological innovation and creativity. Hundreds of inventions, experiments, and meetings between makers, companies, and enthusiasts.
Spring Attitude
Festival of electronic music and new sounds. It brings emerging talents and international artists to the stage, always looking towards the future.
Più libri più liberi
The national fair of independent publishing. Over 500 publishers, hundreds of events and meetings hosted in the scenic “Nuvola” by Fuksas.
Romics
The major event dedicated to comics, animation, and video games. Four days of meetings, previews, and activities with the main industry players.
Map your interests
Discover the IED campuses and all the places of creativity, fashion and culture
- Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
- Palazzo Massimo
- Terme di Diocleziano
- Palazzo Altemps
- Musei Capitolini
- Mattatoio
- Museo MACRO
- Cimitero Acattolico
- Giardino degli Aranci
- Coppedè
- Teatro dell'Opera
- Galleria Borghese
- Città dell'Altra Economia
- Musei Vaticani
- Centrale Montemartini
- Auditorium Parco della Musica
- Ara Pacis
- Palazzo delle Esposizioni
- Scuderie del Quirinale
- Casa del Sole
- Centro Congressi Roma La Nuvola
- Gazometro
- MAXXI - Museo nazionale delle arti del XXI secolo
- Gianicolo
- Pigneto
- Ghetto Ebraico
- Monti
- Trastevere
- Villa Ada
- San Lorenzo
- Teatro India
- Casa del Cinema