Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fashion Styling - IED Barcelona

Course Summary School: Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)

Location: Spain,  Barcelona

Education: Bachelor's Degree

The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fashion Styling* explores fashion imagery from a contemporary and multidisciplinary perspective, where visual culture, technique and creativity intersect. Over three years, students develop editorial, commercial, audiovisual and digital projects, addressing areas such as trend research, art direction, fashion film, image consulting and photoshoot production.
The program combines cultural analysis with ongoing practical application supported by digital tools, enabling students to build a distinctive creative approach. It leads to an official British qualification awarded by the University of Westminster, reinforcing its international scope.
The academic structure provides a solid understanding of fashion’s visual codes while encouraging experimentation across formats from a critical perspective.
  • School: IED Barcelona
  • Location: Barcelona
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
  • Duration: 3 years (Full-Time) – Validated by the University of Westminster
  • Language: English
Teaching integrates lectures, workshops, media labs and project-based learning, alongside museum visits and a professional work placement.
  • Level 4: Cultural, technical and methodological foundations, including art and fashion history, image creation and styling fundamentals.
  • Level 5: Advanced photography and styling across multiple formats, audiovisual media and social platforms, plus work placement.
  • Optional Industry Year Out: 120-credit Industry Placement.
  • Level 6: Thesis, advanced fashion film, fashion business and Final Project, culminating in a professional portfolio.
The program prepares graduates to create compelling visual narratives and respond to industry demands shaped by digital culture, social media and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
*This program is currently undergoing formal validation by the University of Westminster. 
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