FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

IN WHAT LANGUAGE ARE THE COURSES HELD?

All the courses (both introduction and intermediate) are taught in English. Although we do not require a specific level of English to be able to attend the course, you need to have good conversational English.


WILL I NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN ITALY?

Most non European Union Citizens are required to apply for a student visa prior to leaving their home country. Applications should be made at your nearest Italian Embassy or Consulate. When you apply, be prepared to submit the following documents in their original form (no photocopies are accepted):

- valid passport
- letter of acceptance at NABA (the International Relations Office will provide it)
- proof of sufficient funds to support your stay in Italy (bank documentation).
- private health insurance
- proof of accommodation while in Milan (provided by NABA if it is booked through us)

NOTE: We advise you to contact the nearest Italian Consular Authorities for further information as requirements are often subject to changes. This process can take one month or more, so please make sure you start with all the procedures in time.
Follow this link to find your nearest consulate:
http://www.embassyworld.com/embassy/directory.htm


HOW CAN I PAY FOR MY COURSE?

You can either choose to enrol online or to follow the bank transfer payment procedure.

ONLINE PAYMENT PROCEDURE

Go to the “How to enrol page” of this site. Click on the link to start the online enrolment procedure. You will have to fill out an online booking form on a secure server and follow the online payment procedure through which you will be guided step by step.
Once you have completed your booking you will be able to print your application. Please make sure you sign it and send it to us per fax (+39 02 97 37 22 33), e-mail (summer@naba.it) or post to finalise your enrolment.
Bookings cannot be confirmed until full payment has been received. Before making your travel arrangements please make sure that your booking has been processed and that the course is running.

BANK TRANSFER PAYMENT PROCEDURE

Download the application form, print it, fill it out in block letters and send it to the fax nr.: +39 02 97372233.
Click here to download the application form
When you make the bank transfer payment of the course tuition, please remember to specify the cause of payment by writing the participant's name and the full name of the course in the bank transfer statement (ex. "John Smith – Summer Courses 2010 - Introduction to Product Design").
Please note that all bank charges are your responsibility along with any charges related to the transfer of these funds (conditions “OUR” on payment order).
In case NABA does not receive the full tuition amount, you will be asked to pay the missing amount cash upon arrival directly to NABA Administration Office. Payment settlement is a condition to admission into class.
Send a copy of the bank transfer payment to the fax nr.: +39 02 97372233.

Here you will find the bank details:

Nuova Accademia s.r.l.
Via C. Darwin, 20 20143 Milano - Italy
Banca Popolare di Novara - Agenzia 10 - Milano
Account No. 000000020020
ABI 05608
CAB 01610
CIN G
Swift code: NVRBIT21131
IBAN: IT68 G05608 01610 000000020020

IS THERE A CANCELLATION POLICY?

All cancellations must be made in writing according to the following deadlines:

- Before April 30th: full refund of the tuition fee minus the 150 € registration fee;
- Before May 31st: refund of 70 % of the tuition fee minus the 150 € registration fee;
- Before June 15th: refund of 50 % of the tuition fee minus the 150 € registration fee.

In case of withdrawal from the course, an official withdrawal letter written by the enrolled student shall be sent to NABA Summer Programs Registration Centre (summer@naba.it).

Please note that the “Cancellations and Refunds” policy related to the Paris to Milan “From Haute Couture to Prêt-à-porter” program is the following:

All cancellations need to be made in writing and received before the dates below:
- Prior to April 20th: full refund of tuition payment minus application fees (150 €) and any bank charges;
- Prior to May 20th: refund of tuition payments less 20% penalty;
- After May 20th: no tuition refunds.

Cancellations shall be emailed to NABA at paris-milan@naba.it and to Parsons Paris at summer@parsons-paris.com

NABA reserves the right to:
- amend or cancel courses, change course location or substitute lecturers and tutors.
- make any changes that in our absolute discretion we consider necessary or appropriate for reasons of operational efficiency or due to any other circumstances that are beyond our control.

If we cancel a course then we shall endeavour to give as much notice as possible. We shall refund the course tuition fees paid in full but we shall not be liable for any other consequential loss.


WHAT DO I GET AT THE END OF THE COURSE?

A certificate of attendance will be awarded as long as you have completed at least 80% of your course. Absences for health reasons will have to be documented by showing a doctor’s certificate.


HOW ARE THE COURSES STRUCTURED?

INTRODUCTION LEVEL COURSES (RESEARCH STUDIO)
An in-depth research process will develop during this 2-week period. Seminars will help students interact with other students from the various courses offered. External visits relating to the course will enable students to connect with the active fashion & design trends within the environment around Milan. These could include either a fashion or design company, a showroom, a gallery or museum, or a particular exhibition of interest.
Students will create an individual sketch-book/personal journal using methods of research that will be taught in the first week. During the second week students will complete this preparation, including a mood & color board that will also be used as the final presentation to the 2-week course. Students wishing to remain for the Design Studio block will use their Research Studio development to begin their Design Studio work. These courses will concentrate on experimentation within the creative design process.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (DESIGN STUDIO COURSES)
An in-depth design process will develop during this 2-week period. In general the quality of education should be equivalent or superior to a second year of college studies (BA) in design. Seminars will help students interact with other students from the various courses offered. External visits relating to the course will enable students to connect with the active fashion & design within the environment around Milan. These could include either a fashion or design company, a showroom, a gallery, or an exhibition of interest.

Students will create an individual portfolio using methods of design developing from individual research. Students that have participated in the Introduction Level Session will be able to use their work to start this course session. Students directly enrolling onto the Design Studio level should already have basic knowledge in how to carry out research and understand trends with Fashion and Design in mind. Students will be expected to present a portfolio of works that will be used as the final presentation to the 2-week course. These courses will concentrate on experimentation within the creative design process.

“A FOCUS ON …“ COURSES
Theme-based courses centred around a specific topic, be it Ethical Fashion, African Cinema, Physical Computing, Retail Management or Brand Consulting. These courses require a strong interest in the topic dealt with, as well as motivation towards the subject. They can be both Introduction and Intermediate Level.


STUDYING IN MILAN: WHY?

The city of Milan is synonymous with cutting edge fashion and design. It is the heart of modern Italy. Surrounded by a centuries old environment it also provides an outstanding opportunity for students to explore the possibilities of tomorrow within the context of an evolving European/world culture. Milan is the place where to attend international events, exhibitions and trade fairs such as the International Furniture Fair. The creative industries, embracing international Design studios, cool hunting agencies, communication and graphic design companies, television production companies, theatres, art galleries, museums and industrial production, make Milan a unique place to experience creativity and understand production processes.
Milan’s central location provides easy access to major Italian cities such as Rome, Florence and Venice and historical attractions like La Scala theatre and Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper are easily accessible from NABA.