Three-year courses
Two different pathways where you acquire soft skills to work in the world of design and visual communication.
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General information
The literal translation of “design” is “project”. Design concerns both the product itself, from the initial idea to the development and production phases, and the communication of the product itself and the activities that give it extra value on the market. Abadir's courses are multidisciplinary and provide you with the fundamental bases to work in the field of graphics, design, social media and digital environments, and to acquire essential skills for the contemporary job market.
All the lecturers are professionals in their field; the approach is both theoretical and practical, and is enriched by workshops created in collaboration with brands and companies, as well as extracurricular activities such as seminars, talks and meetings held by figures from the worlds of design, communication, business, contemporary art and culture.
Qualifications
Upon completion of the three-year course, you will obtain the First Level Academic Diploma DAPL06 in Artistic Design for Business, legally recognised by the MUR – Ministry of University and Research, equivalent to a First Level University Degree, which guarantees you access to First Level Master's degrees and postgraduate specialisation courses in Italy and Europe.
Stage
At Abadir we promote the cross-fertilisation of training and the world of work through a constant exchange with local, national and international companies.
The educational pathway includes a compulsory training internship of 100 hours (4 CFAs) which allows you to put into practice the theoretical teachings and skills acquired over the three-year period.
Erasmus and experiences abroad
Concessions
Super Early Bird registration
An advantage for the quickest: by completing the admission procedures and enrolling by the indicated dates, the first-year tuition fee is reduced.
Expiry date
30 April 2026
Early Bird Registration
Don't leave it to the last minute!
For a limited time, the first-year registration fee is reduced.
Expiry date
1st June 2026
Scholarships
To promote the right to education, we offer a range of financial incentives. Scholarships provided by Abadir cannot be combined with each other, whereas are compatible with grants provided by other organisations.
Digital Challenge
A merit-based scholarship that entitles you to a reduction in tuition fees from 25% to 50%. To apply, create your Self-Portrait and tell us about yourself in a creative way: your story, your interests, and your perspective on the world.
You can interpret the challenge literally or in an unconventional way, and use whichever technique you prefer. You don’t need to be able to draw or have a professional camera: you can create a collage, even by combining different materials; film a video focusing on yourself or your surroundings; or build a collection of objects or a map of places that represent you.
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Restart Bag
Training is an ever-evolving process:
If you have started a course of study and want to change direction, or if you already hold a degree or academic qualification, you are eligible for a 25% tuition fee reduction.
You will also be given credit for exams you have already passed, based on the compatibility between your previously attended course and our study plans.
ONLINE INFO DAY
2 July 2026
5:00 pm
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Design Challenge
If you are between 18 and 25 years old, live in Italy, do not already hold a degree and meet the other requirements set out in the call for applications, you can submit your application to try to compete for the allocation of one of the merit-based scholarships that will be awarded through a competitive design workshop (design challenge). With the design challenge you will be able to test your creativity and demonstrate your potential as a designer.
ERSU
The Regional Agency for the Right to University Education may also grant forms of partial or total exemption from tuition fees and contributions. For information on the financial concessions available and the selection criteria, consult the ERSU Catania website.
ERSU scholarships can be combined with all concessions awarded by Abadir.
IRFIS incentives
The Department of Education and Vocational Training of the Sicilian Region offers funding for enrolment in universities and academies based in Sicily, disbursed on the basis of the ISEE, renewable on the basis of merit for the years following the first, and granted without the need for financial guarantees.
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Job centre
An opportunity offered to male and female students who actively contribute to Abadir's activities.
The duties included in the work-placement bursary may comprise: creation of graphic or photographic material; support for the organisation and setting up of events, open days and exhibitions; mentoring within educational workshops and PCTO (pathways for transferable skills and orientation); reception and technical-logistical support for teaching staff, as well as other forms of collaboration that will allow you to develop your organisational and teamwork skills whilst receiving a reduction on the tuition fee.
Upcoming appointments
Find out about the three-year degree programmes, scholarships and financial support available by taking part, free of charge, in:
Open Day
15 September at 16:30
Attend the free Open Day and discover what it means to study at Abadir through the projects on display and the testimonies of students.
Open Week
6–10 July 09:00–18:00
Step into the beating heart of Abadir: during the open week you can visit the Academy’s main campus, get information on the three-year undergraduate courses, attend exam sessions and discover the projects of our students.
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Online Info Day
2nd July at 17:00
An opportunity to discover the Restart Scholarship, designed for those who want to change course or who already have a degree and want to open up new paths in the world of Graphic, Product and Interior Design.
To receive the access link for the call
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Admission and enrolment procedures
To enrol on our Three-Year Courses, follow these steps:
Information session
Book a meeting with our Guidance Team: you will be able to find out more about the study plans, career prospects, the services offered by the Academy and the financial aid available.
Online application
Complete the online application form and attach a cover letter describing your reasons for wanting to undertake one of Abadir's educational programmes. You can also attach a portfolio (optional).
Motivational interview
We will contact you again to arrange the date and time for the motivational interview, a chat to discuss your passions and ambitions for the future. Admission to Abadir does not require design skills: what we evaluate are your attitudes and potential.
Registration and enrolment
Once you have passed the interview, you can finalise your enrolment with the Abadir Academic Secretariat, who will provide you with the relevant forms and necessary information. Please wait for the confirmation email: if you do not receive it, check your spam or contact orientamento@abadir.net
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FAQ?
Abadir is a private academy authorised by the Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR) to award qualifications in Higher Education in the Arts, Music and Dance (AFAM). The Academic Diploma you will receive at the end of your three-year course is fully equivalent to a three-year university degree (Article 11 of Presidential Decree No. 212 of 8 July 2005). If you would like to find out more about higher education in Italy, please visit the website www.quadrodeititoli.it
Yes. Students are permitted a total of 20% of absences out of the total number of teaching hours for each subject. If this limit is exceeded, whether a student is allowed to sit the exam is at the lecturer’s discretion.
The programme includes both face-to-face lectures and workshops on campus, as well as online learning. Teaching is both theoretical and practical and may include individual or group laboratory activities, using computer software or hands-on exercises. During online lessons, students join via live stream and can interact with the tutor and the class using the digital tools provided by Abadir. Lessons take place from Monday to Friday, 09.00–13.00 and 14.00–18.00 (though a full-time commitment is not required every day), from late October to late January and from early March to late June.
There is no entrance exam, but you must attend a motivational interview and submit a personal statement. This process is designed to help us understand and assess your reasons for wishing to undertake one of Abadir’s study programmes.
All those compatible with our study plans can be recognised and you can also benefit from the Restart Scholarship. You will need to provide the transcript of passed exams and the relative syllabus.
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