AFAM Institutions at JOB&Orienta 2025

The AFAM system (Higher Education in Art and Music) represents one of the most authoritative voices in Italian artistic and musical education. Recognized by the Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR), these academies and institutes preserve a wealth of knowledge and skills that bridges tradition and innovation—from visual arts to theatre, from music to design.

At JOB&Orienta, several of the most prominent AFAM institutions are present, offering students, families, and professionals a unique opportunity for direct engagement and dialogue.

Among them, Poliarte in Ancona reaffirms its focus on creativity and experimentation across different design disciplines, while the Accademia di Belle Arti SantaGiulia in Brescia presents courses that intertwine visual arts, communication, and new digital technologies. The Accademia di Belle Arti di Verona and the Accademia di Belle Arti di Udine G.B. Tiepolo embody the strength of locally rooted institutions that maintain a global outlook—combining tradition with innovation in artistic languages.

The NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, an international leader in fashion, design, and communication, joins the Accademia IUAD in Milan, which merges design culture, aesthetics, and managerial competence. The Accademia Costume e Moda, where traditional tailoring meets contemporary vision, and the Accademia Italiana, known for its focus on applied creativity in fashion and design, stand as two centers of excellence for those seeking to combine technical mastery and style.

Institutions such as the Istituto Secoli—a reference point for over seventy years in technical training for fashion design—and Istituto Modartech, which blends industrial know-how with innovation, highlight how hands-on craftsmanship remains a cornerstone of Italian education.

The LABA – Libera Accademia di Belle Arti di Brescia and the Trentino Art Academy interpret the languages of visual arts and design through a contemporary lens, emphasizing experimentation and interdisciplinarity. Similarly, the Scuola Italiana Design (SID) and IAAD – Istituto d’Arte Applicata e Design connect creativity and business, exploring the impact of emerging technologies on future professions.

In the field of performing and musical arts, the Accademia Teatro alla Scala in Milan stands out as a unique international institution, while the Saint Louis Music College, recognized by the MUR, trains professionals in modern and jazz music through high-level academic programs. The RUFA – Rome University of Fine Arts, also part of the AFAM network, offers courses ranging from visual arts to design, with an interdisciplinary and globally oriented approach.

Complementing these are institutions such as the Accademia del Lusso, specializing in high-end fashion marketing and design. Rounding out the sector, the IED – Istituto Europeo di Design and SAE Institute, both leaders in design, fashion, communication, and digital media education, bring to JOB&Orienta a dynamic exchange with the global creative industries.

Thanks to these outstanding institutions, JOB&Orienta confirms its role as Italy’s leading stage for higher artistic and musical education, offering students, families, and professionals a space to explore the vast opportunities within the AFAM system.