A Creative Summer in Italy
The Creative School Cortona is a unique transdisciplinary learning experience in the heart of Tuscany, Italy.
Enrol in The Creative School’s transdisciplinary courses for a distinct opportunity to apply your creativity in a new environment and engage with international challenges. Learn about the cultural heritage of Tuscany through art, design and media in collaboration with local Italian industry partners and community members. The Cortona Experience is offered to you in partnership with Cortona On The Move. (external link)
Why go to Cortona?
Learn about the creative heritage of Italy and participate in field trips across Tuscany curated by local experts.
Apply your creative skills working on innovative projects with cultural and industry leaders.
Work with local clients on creative projects including the City of Cortona and affiliated organizations.
2025 Courses
How to Apply
Step 1: Sign-up for an info session
(via this form (external link, opens in new window) )
Step 2: Submit your application
(via this form (external link, opens in new window) )
The Cortona Experience
"It was an amazing experience where I could immerse myself in the local culture and work on a design project with that local first-hand knowledge. I enjoyed the food—pasta, gelato and pizza—and loved the daily nightly walks through the medieval town to the Gelateria with the group. This medieval town was beautiful."
Student Projects
Reimagining the 14th century Girifalco Fortress & selected sites of the historic town of Cortona
Amanda Moro & Raven Lucas
Marilou Vaillancourt
Noah Naami & Patricia Alves
Questions? Contact The Creative School International at global.creative@torontomu.ca