Ranked 78th worldwide in the Art & Design subject area in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
IED is the largest network of European Arts & Design Schools
Founded in Milan in 1966, IED – Istituto Europeo di Design – is today one of the largest international networks for education in design and creative disciplines.
With 11 campuses across Italy, Spain and Brazil, IED combines the richness of Italian cultural heritage with a global outlook and a strong connection to each local context.
As a Benefi t Corporation, IED pursues economic sustainability alongside a clear public-benefit mission, reinvesting its profits in education, research, innovation and social impact. Its educational model blends solid theoretical foundations with hands-on studio practice, real industry projects and close collaboration with companies, cultural institutions and emerging innovators.
IED’s transdisciplinary and inclusive approach is guided by sustainability, diversity and purposeful technology, shaping design as a driver of responsible and positive impact on people, society and the environment.
IED is part of leading global organisations in the fi elds of art and design education, including Cumulus, WDO and ELIA, which strengthen the institution’s international presence and academic reputation.
Every year, more than 10,000 students from over 100 nationalities join our creative community. Through international mobility, professional mentoring and a vibrant network of more than 200,000 alumni, IED off ers a truly global learning experience that prepares students to thrive in an evolving creative landscape.
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