MADE offers a range of English-taught study abroad programs for international students who wish to spend a semester or summer in Syracuse, at the heart of the Mediterranean.
Whether your interests lie in Fine Arts, Design, Interdisciplinary Mediterranean Studies or Italian Studies, MADE programs combine academic learning with direct engagement with Sicily, its cultural heritage, creative communities and contemporary challenges.
Programs are available during the Fall Semester, Spring Semester and Summer Program.
How the Program Works
Students choose one of MADE's study tracks and complete a series of required courses designed to provide a common academic foundation while supporting their individual interests.
| REQUIRED COURSES | TRACK OF CHOICE |
|---|---|
| Italian Language & Culture | Art / Design |
| Directed Undergraduate Research | Interdisciplinary Mediterranean Studies |
| Italian Studies |
Directed Undergraduate Research
As part of the program, students have the opportunity to undertake a Directed Undergraduate Research project, earning academic credits for an individual research project developed with the support of MADE faculty and field mentors.
The research can be connected to the student's chosen study track and may take different forms, combining academic research, artistic and visual practices, fieldwork and interdisciplinary approaches.
Areas of study
FINE ARTS & DESIGN Image  | INTERDISCIPLINARY MEDITERRANEAN STUDIES Image  | ITALIAN STUDIES Image  |
Program Duration
The Fall and Spring Semesters are available in two formats, lasting 12 or 15 weeks, allowing students to choose the option that best fits their academic calendar and study abroad requirements.
Students can join MADE for:
- Fall Semester (12 or 15 weeks)
- Spring Semester (12 or 15 weeks)
- Summer Program (5 weeks)
Customized & Faculty-Led Programs
MADE also works with universities, colleges and academic institutions to develop customized and faculty-led programs in Sicily.
Together with our partners, we design programs that respond to each group's academic goals, schedule and budget.
Programs can include courses, workshops, field visits, cultural activities, excursions and guest lectures, drawing on MADE's extensive network of artists, designers, researchers, cultural organizations and industry professionals.
Accreditation
MADE - The Rosario Gagliardi Academy of Fine Arts is a fully accredited international institution, recognized by the Italian Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR). In addition to full university degrees, the MADE School of Arts & Sciences issues ECTS transcripts for its international study abroad programs.