The way we dress is an effective form of non-verbal communication that can convey a variety of messages about our identity, including our cultural background and personal values. In the Masterstudio Fashion Design, students embark on a creative journey to explore the intersection of cultural identity and innovation in fashion.
Factsheet
- Degree
- Master of Arts FHNW in Masterstudio Design
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Learning mode
- Onsite
- ECTS credits
- 90
- Next start
- 14.9.2026
- Duration
- 3 to 4 Semester
- Teaching language
- English (B2 or equivalent)
- Place
- Campus HGK Basel
- Application fee
- CHF 200.- (incl. aptitude assessment and enrolment)
- Semester fee
- CHF 750 (CH); CHF 1.000 (EU); CHF 1.250 (Not-EU/EFTA)
At a glance
- Students are encouraged to challenge traditional fashion norms and question established ideas about gender, body image and sustainability.
- Bold, thought-provoking designs that reflect current social issues are developed.
- By working with experts across various disciplines, students gain the tools to address complex challenges in the fashion industry.
Projekt: Giulia Marcotuillo
Photo: Camilla Fivian
Projekt: Emmber
Photo: Tiago Aguiart
Why study this?
Goals and benefits
Career prospects
Projekt: Anastasia Bull
Photo: Katharina Halser
Projekt: Naomé Tahmaz
Photo: Tiago Aguiart
Structure and programme contents
The study programme
Target audience
Infrastructure
Masterstudio Design
Projekt: Livia Simoni
Photo: Salome Bänziger
Projekt: Andreaa Tron
Photo: Tiago Aguiart
Programme Head &Lecturers
Contact
International
International Office
Requirements and admission
Admission requirements
Information of the aptitude assessment + dates + study regulations
FAQ online registration
Advising and information events
Contact
Team Masterstudio Design MA (ICDP)
- Phone
- +41 61 228 40 80 (Central office)
- info.msd.hgk@fhnw.ch
Information events
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Registration
Thank you for your interest in studying at the Basel Academy of Art and Design. The application deadline for a Master's degree programme beginning in the fall semester 2026/27 has expired on March 29, 2026. The next application window for the fall semester 2027/28 opens on November 1, 2026.
Masterstudio Fashion DesignSeptember 2026
- Date
- 14.9.2026
- Duration
- 3 to 4 Semester
- Place
- Campus HGK Basel
- Application start
- 1.11.2025
- Final application date
- 29.3.2026
- Notes
- The application window has been extended until 29 March 2026.
Masterstudio Fashion DesignSeptember 2027
- Date
- 20.9.2027
- Duration
- 3 to 4 Semester
- Place
- Campus HGK Basel
- Application start
- 1.11.2026
- Final application date
- 15.3.2027
Institute Contemporary Design Practices (ICDP)
FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland
Basel Academy of Art and Design
Institute Contemporary Design Practices (ICDP)
Freilager-Platz 1, Postfach
4002 Basel
Campus HGK Basel
FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland
Basel Academy of Art and Design
Freilager-Platz 1
4142 Münchenstein near Basel