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Choosing to study in the applied arts is not an insignificant act. It means committing to an artistic course whilst pursuing a professional objective: to joining the professions centred on creation and innovation.
During the foundation year, students are encouraged and guided to develop their curiosity, sense of analysis and creativity. This forms the basis of their choice of professional specialization.
Drawing is an essential skill required in the field of design.
The foundation year course reaches beyond a purely technical training, teaching the multi-faceted aspects of this discipline.
It helps the student refine their study plan and outline their professional future.
On entering the foundation year, the student leaves behind the school timetable to follow a series of interactive workshops that are divided into three main sections:
Throughout the course, the student works on developing a personal project and building up a portfolio.
The teaching staff on the foundation year course are all practising professionals.
Crédits ects Semestre 1 | Crédits ects Semestre 2 | |
---|---|---|
Professional culture | ||
Introduction to graphism | 3 | - |
Creating a portfolio | - | 3 |
Workshops | 1 | 1 |
Initiation à l’espace* | 3 | 3 |
Culture Professionnelle | ||
Art history | 2 | 2 |
Semiologie | 2 | 2 |
Drawing and speaking (English) | 1 | 1 |
Participation à la vie de l’école | - | 1 |
Sémiologie de la couleur | - | 2 |
Atelier optionnel : gravure, photographie, modelage, vidéo, impression 3D ou observatoire des tendances | 1 | 1 |
Modèle conceptuel | - | 1 |
Techniques | ||
Academic Drawing | 2 | 2 |
Drawing from observation | 3 | 2 |
Introduction to spatial constructs | 3 | 2 |
Computer design | 3 | 2 |
Dessin analytique | 3 | 2 |
Recherche colorée | 3 | 2 |
Totaux | 30 | 29 |
Enrollment with the Foundation year is outside the APB system
The academic year starts mid-september and finishes mid-june.
The course runs on a 4 day week, leaving the student time on the 5th day to visit exhibitions, work on projects or have a part-time job.
Foundation year classes are limited
For whom?
Open to students preparing or having the International Baccalaureate or equivalent national school leaving or university entrance qualifications
How and when ?
Admission is based on an interview procedure that takes place each year from January through to July (also in September depending on available places).
To make an appointment for interview (the interview takes place at the school or via Skype): Telephone: +33 1 53 06 88 00 or complete the form
How much?
The cost of the application fees depends on the student’s nationality (or residency status)
Application fees :
Home or E.U students: 450 €.
International non-E.U. students: 450 € + 400 € administrative costs
Tuition fees:
6500 €
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