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Istituto Modartech is a higher academic and professional training centre in the Fashion and Communication fields in Italy, authorized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research – MIUR – to issue academic degrees in Higher Education in Art, Music and Dance sectors – AFAM. In addition, the training offers courses legally recognized at European level, with a wide educational offer. The institute offers students a unique learning experience, between craftsmanship and technology, that combines design creativity with hands-on skills, in the territorial context of one of the most important fashion districts in Italy. A complete training and a laboratorial approach which has its strength in the teaching staff coming from the academic and professional world, in a continuous dialogue and in constant comparison with the business world. The training solutions and activities are cut on the most requested profiles on the market, putting the passion, the aptitudes and the growth of each student at the centre of it all.
A global and interdisciplinary vision oriented towards research, experimentation and planning.
Istituto Modartech is a school of recognized excellence in the Italian university scenery. The collaboration with outstanding institutions and companies of the territory – the Institute of Bio robotics of the Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, the Piaggio Foundation, the G. Gronchi Library – led to the creation of a Training Centre for Creative Disciplines at Pontedera, point of reference in the design, culture, innovation and research. Partnerships also with national and international schools: Istituto Modartech is part of the main networks that include the 20 Italian and the 30 most prestigious institutes in the world in fashion and design training.
Creativity and Technique Multidisciplinary vision Craftsmanship and Technology Innovation and Sustainability
An advanced artistic and specialized cultural education. Where vision becomes a project, in a journey of experiences and creative dialogue with the world of work.
Limited enrolment to encourage maximum interaction, discussion and experience, enhancing the passion, attitudes and characteristics of each student. Teaching staff from the academic and business system, with many years of working experience in the field and certified by Modartech for training responding to the labour market’s demands. Spaces and professional structures: laboratories, fabrics-leather-footwear archive, tech area, library, auditorium, exhibitions area. Latest-generation technologies and software applied to the specialization sectors, to acquire specialist skills that can be spent in a concrete working environment. Sector conferences, seminars and workshop with experts of the professional world. Guided visits to trade fairs and international exhibitions, museums and companies. Network of hundreds of companies in the industry that cooperate in the teaching and training, setting up work experiences, apprenticeships, educational projects and partnerships. Events, international competitions, fashion shows for promoting students, career day dedicated to meeting companies to bring students towords specific and concrete professional opportunities. Internship at the end of the course to complete the training path and consolidate the skills acquired during the training. A full hands-on immersion into the creative and production processes, in close contact with industry professionals in Italy and abroad. Issuing of Academic Diplomas equivalent to the Graduation Degree, Qualifications Recognized at European level, Professional Certifications. JOB PLACEMENT - The Placement office constantly supports the matching between Modartech students and internship/job opportunities offered by the companies.
WORK IN PROGRESS
A Network
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500
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A school interconnected with the business world. With a strong network of over 500 companies, Modartech offers its students a unique insight into the design system. Istituto Modartech has appointed an Advisory Committee, composed by top experts and professionals from the fashion and communication sector: the Advisory Committee works to provide key information and a fresh perspective, used by Istituto Modartech to plan academic courses always in line with the needs of the business world.
Work experiences and job placement advisory support lead to 87% of students finding employment at the end of their courses. Versace
Benetton
Dolce & Gabbana
A selection of companies in the Modartech Network
Armani
Emilo Pucci
Valentino
Max Mara Ikea
Kartell
Etro
Calvin Klein
Antonio Marras
Vespa
Diesel
Stefanel Prada Piaggio Group
Fendi
Patrizia Pepe Liu Jo
H&M
Ermanno Scervino Ermenegildo Zegna
Stone Island Moncler Olivetti
Rai
Gucci
Ferragamo
Cimbali Roy Roger’s
Roberto Cavalli
Student
experience
My instinct took me to Istituto Modartech. A choice initially driven by instinct that then turned into a belief in pursuing the objectives that were given to me and that I set for myself. I trusted it and in return I received great opportunities and satisfactions. Laura Stellato - Designer A|X Armani Exchance
The desire to do design activities and practices beyond theory led me to choose Modartech. The lessons are held by professionists who teach their craft with passion and transmit the desire to learn different things every day. This allowed me to “plunge” into new experiences to pursue my passion. Francesca Vitrano - Graphic Designer Phi Yachts
I started to work with fabrics for fun, to create small items and over time I realized that I could not dedicate myself to anything else in life. For me Modartech was a great opportunity for growth that led me to know the entire production process and the professions of the fashion system, going towards the creation of the fashion product. Sara Piangatelli, Product Development, Valentino
Poste Italiane national contest for the adoption of new uniforms of over 36,000 postmen. “It was difficult, I put a lot of effort supported by my teachers. It is a huge emotion to know that all over Italy the postmen will be dressed in the uniform that I designed” Beatrice Bazzano - Designer winner of #Postestyle contest
I approached the corporate and managerial world, with a strong interest in marketing, a real passion, inspired by a sense of admiration towards this world. Thus, began my research and analysis of those that are the different educational institutions, research that led me to choose Istituto Modartech, a choice that I would absolutely and constantly redo. Federico Luci - Founder Tag Communication
Training
Courses Undergraduate Courses
Higher academic and professional training
Intensive Courses
Practical workshops on traditional and innovative design
Fashion Design
3 years with internship
Communication Design 3 years with internship
Fashion Design & Technology 3 months
Shoe Design & Technology 3 months
Postgraduate Courses
Create and develop your own fashion collection
Fashion Design Job Master 9 months with internship
Footwear and Bag Design Job Master 9 months with internship
Summer Courses
A creative and laboratorial training
Fashion Design and Pattern Making 2 weeks
Shoe Design and Pattern Making 2 weeks
Graphic & Fashion Promotion 2 weeks
Professional Courses Technical and practical skills
Short Courses
Updates and thematic programs Advertising Graphics
& Social Media Marketing
3 months
Web & Graphic Design
Fashion CAD
Pattern-Making and Haute Couture
Footwear CAD
CAD Apparel Pattern Making
Basic Dressmaking
1 years with internship 1 years with internship 1 years with internship
CAD Shoe Pattern Making 9 months with internship
2 months 2 months
4 months
Undergraduate Courses
Fashion Design Design research | Product development | Total look First Level Academic Degree / 3 years with internship From tradition to innovation. Recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education as a “First Level Academic degree” in Fashion Design, equivalent to a University Bachelor’s degree. Participants will be guided through a magic journey: from the idea to the final product, learning how to develop apparel, shoes and accessories fashion collections, while gaining strong and solid technical skills. A final internship completes the program. The student can customize his/her studies by choosing some areas of study based on his/her own attitudes and professional aims. Subjects, specific projects, workshop activities, internships and final thesis are customized in the study plan in order to acquire strategic and specialistic skills in Fashion System. STUDY PLAN / IN-DEPTH AREAS:
Fashion Design - Apparel design Fashion Technology - CAD Apparel Pattern Making Accessories Design - Shoes and Bags design Access requirements:
High School Diploma
Language:
ENG / ITA
Certification awarded:
First Level Academic Degree in Fashion Design, equivalent to the Short Degree (180 cfa)
Starting date:
OCTOBER
Undergraduate Courses
Communication Design Visual strategies | Digital Graphics | Fashion Certificate Legally Recognized at a European Level / 3 years with internship A specialist course to develop visual, digital and creative skills, starting from an awareness of communication mechanisms, using the most innovative graphics, web design and marketing professional tools. A special focus on Fashion world to influence every area, for an impacting, effective, emotional and persuasive communication. The course is designed for students who have a High School Diploma. A final internship completes the program. The student can customize his/her studies by choosing some areas of study based on his/her own attitudes and professional aims. Subjects, specific projects, workshop activities, internships and final thesis are customized in the study plan in order to acquire strategic and specialistic skills in creative communication professions. STUDY PLAN / IN-DEPTH AREAS:
Graphic design - Advertising graphics Web Design - Digital & New Media Fashion Communication - Fashion Marketing & Events Access requirements:
High School Diploma
Language:
ENG / ITA
Certification awarded:
Certificate Legally Recognized at a European Level (Standard EQF, level 5)
Starting date:
OCTOBER
Postgraduate Courses Innovative professional master courses based on the most updated technologies with deep roots in the Italian traditional craftmanship. A new format, combining lectures with practical workshops, guiding participants to discover the “making of” a Fashion or Footwear collection. Applied projects with selected companies, individual mentoring to support participants’ collection development, from the idea to the promotion and sales. A master that bridges the traditional boundary gap between school education and professional work. Studying and working daily with Italian professionals will let participants understand how Italian fashion products are designed, developed and produced. A final internship completes the program.
Fashion Design Job Master / 9 months with internship APPAREL AREA
Footwear and Bag Design Job Master / 9 months with internship FOOTWEAR, BAG AND ACCESSORIES AREA
Language:
ENG / ITA
Starting date: OCTOBER FEBRUARY
Intensive Courses Intensive three months courses with practical workshops on traditional and innovative design and drafting methods for the fashion and footwear sector. Plus, a work experience in Modartech design, pattern making and tailoring labs, supervised by Italian fashion company professionals. The objective of the courses is to achieve technical training for the development of an individual fashion or footwear collection. These are the perfect courses for students willing to learn while doing, with a balanced mix of classes, lectures, pratical work and indipendent research.
Fashion Design & Technology / 3 months APPAREL AREA
Shoe Design & Technology / 3 months FOOTWEAR AREA
Language:
ENG / ITA
Starting date: SEPTEMBER JANUARY
Summer Courses
A 2-week program providing participants with the opportunity to experience the world of Italian Design in a short period of time. The courses are open to students with little or no previous experience in the field. They can also be considered as an introduction to further studies. Why choose a Summer Course at Istituto Modartech? It’s a first step to discover your talent and start a career in Fashion. It’s a full immersion in a specialized field of Fashion. So, if you are already a professional willing to gain a basic knowledge in a different sector, this is the right course for you. Enjoy your holiday in Tuscany while discovering all secrets of the Fashion Industry.
Fashion Design and Pattern Making / 2 weeks APPAREL AREA
Shoe Design and Pattern Making / 2 weeks FOOTWEAR AREA
Graphic & Fashion Promotion / 2 weeks GRAPHIC DESIGN AREA
Language:
ENG / ITA
Starting date:
JULY
Professional Courses
Web & Graphic Design / 1 year with internship This course offers the possibility to acquire technical skills for the complete design of web advertising campaigns, using the most innovative communication tools for businesses, brands, products or services through web sites, social media, mobile apps and video.
CAD Apparel Pattern Making / 1 year with internship The aim of this course is to teach CAD Apparel Pattern Making, starting from paper pattern production techniques and acquiring CAD skills (Lectra) for the design and industrial production of collections.
Language: ITA
Starting date: JANUARY
Pattern-Making and Haute Couture / 1 year with internship The most complete course for learning traditional Haute Couture approaches. Give in to your creative side, develop your own style and produce unique items of apparel, acquiring advanced traditional dressmaking skills and pattern-making basics for clothing design.
CAD Shoe Pattern Making / 9 months with internship The training course for a high technical profile professional. Designed for acquiring specialist skills from design to production of patterns using traditional approaches and the latest CAD technology.
Language: ITA
Starting date: OCTOBER / APRIL
ISTITUTO MODARTECH IS A TRAINING AGENCY APPROVED BY THE TUSCANY REGIONAL GOVERNMENT, WITH UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY CERTIFICATION
Short Courses
Advertising Graphics & Social Media Marketing / 3 months Course to acquire basic approaches to the design of printed graphic materials and media, using leading software applications. Focus on the fundamentals of publishing business communication materials on social networks, their professional use and the adoption of the most common social web tools.
Fashion CAD / 2 months The aim of the specialist course is to train professional figures able to use CAD technologies for the management of patterns, both created on paper and then digitalised, and created directly on digital media by drawing from a company’s archive. Based on the technologies and most advanced tools for the fashion sector (professional suite Lectra).
Footwear CAD / 2 months Specialist course for the acquisition of specific skills in pattern-making software and for the development and transformation of footwear models. It provides training for CAD operators working in 2D and 3D design environments. Based on the professional suite Romans CAD.
Language: ITA
Starting date: APRIL
Basic Dressmaking / 4 months First level course to learn the basics of dressmaking and cutting skills to make articles of clothing through the entire production process of simple fashion products.
Language: ITA
Starting date: OCTOBER / APRIL
Tailor - made Courses & Private Lessons For training needs which for a variety of reasons are incompatible with the Institute’s established catalogue of courses, customised individual courses can be arranged. With the option of defining every aspect, from training needs to skills objectives and lesson timetable organisation. Custom and individual courses have a dedicated tutor and an advisory approach to acquire the skills necessary to achieve the predefined training goals. Private lessons in the Institute’s specialist areas can also be arranged.
A school of excellence In the heart of
Tuscany
Placed in Pontedera, in Piaggio’s industrial spaces where the iconic Vespa was designed and produced, between the historical and artistic towns of Florence and Pisa, Modartech is in the heart of Tuscany, full of innovation, culture and design. A unique land where clothing, luxury shoes, accessories and top quality leather producers are concentrated. There is a strong network of manufacturers and artisans, footwear design studios, high quality tanneries and hi-tech companies connected to Modartech. International students will have the opportunity to be immersed in such an environment for a once in a lifetime training experience.
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FLORENCE
Viale R. Piaggio, 7 - 56025 - Pontedera (Pisa) - Italy T +39.0587 58458 - info@modartech.com www.modartech.com