iLa has reimagined traditional pedagogical methods to ensure both students and professionals achieve their career aspirations.

Through holistic, flexible, and dynamic learning experiences, the academy supports individuals to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the luxury industry.

HOLISTIC METHODOLOGY

Our multi-disciplinary approach to education guides our students on a rich cultural journey through the world of beauty, fashion, and luxury.

Holistic Pedagogy is an educational approach that focuses on the overall development of a learner, addressing their intellectual, emotional, social, physical, artistic and creative potential. It emphasises the interconnectedness of these aspects, aiming to educate the ‘whole person’ rather than just imparting academic knowledge or technical skills. 

Key principles of holistic pedagogy include:

Student-Centered Learning

Recognizing individual strengths, passions, and learning styles.

Integration of Disciplines

Bridging knowledge from various fields to provide a broader understanding.

Experiential Learning

Using real-world experiences, such as projects, internships, or hands-on activities.

Emotional and Social Growth

Encouraging collaboration, empathy and self-awareness.

Creativity and Innovation

Fostering imagination and originality to solve complex problems.

Mind-Body Connection

Supporting mental and physical well-being as part of the learning process.

In essence, holistic pedagogy prepares learners not only for careers but for meaningful, balanced lives, equipping them with the adaptability and resilience needed for personal and professional success.

Stage 1

Digital Content. Dynamic teaching from top industry professionals, created around the demands of the industry to boost your skills and maximise employability. This section integrates research methodology with creative thinking, combining cultural, technical, business, creative and analytical perspectives. It builds a strong conceptual foundation, preparing students to move into the next fully immersive, practice-based stage.

Stage 2

Mentorship Programme. Industry professionals will be your mentors via project-based teaching to develop your creative ideas, originality, critical thinking and technical skills. You will learn to synthesise design and communication, enabling you to interact effectively with your colleagues and the wider industry. This stage should be completed in person if possible, in either London or Rome.

Stage 3

Internship Acceleration. An internship is recommended following completion of the course. Based on students’final project outcomes and a selection process, iLA Academy supports applications and gives students access to its professional network in Italy and internationally. The Academy presents relevant internship opportunities and provides guidance in preparation and application. For students unable to attend in person, remote placement options can also be arranged.

Programme Approach and Career Development

The programmes are designed to facilitate the development of your confidence, rooted in your understanding and skills in your discipline. Scenarios are provided to investigate, discover and develop your strengths, making you highly employable or equipped sufficiently to undertake an entrepreneurial career within your chosen field.

Diverse Learning and Assessment Methods

The programme will provide you with a variety of learning and assessment
experiences that will promote your intellectual, imaginative, analytical and critical judgement.

Critical Thinking and Communication Skills

The programme will faciliate you to develop a critical point of view as well as help refine your presentation and communication skills, which you will be able to test and demonstrate in a variety of forms throughout the course duration.

Independent Learning Through Projects

Projects to encourage your independent learning through investigation, enquiry and problem solving.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Group projects will help to enhance your interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Personalised and Group Tutorials

Tutorials and group tutorials to facilitate shared experiences and best practice.

Enriching External Experiences

Study trips, external projects and competitions present you with another dimension to your learning experience.

Reflective Learning

The combination of different learning and teaching methodologies is employed in order to strengthen and promote the reflective learning model and encourage the acquisition of generic transferable skills.

Industry Insights from Experts

Guest speakers provide you with a full, broader and real perspective on your specialist field of study.