Partner of the Chamber of
Commerce and Industry of Nantes, L’École de design Nantes Atlantique is a
private institution for higher education dedicated to design professions, in
association with l’Université de Nantes.
Founded in 1988 and recognized by the State, the school is a non-profit
organization.
Le Diplôme de design Bac +5: All the masters in design (MDes) programs offered by L'École de
design Nantes Atlantique lead to a truly recognized Master's level degree
in design; certified by the French Minister of Higher Education and
Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications
Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or
RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
Partner of the Chamber of
Commerce and Industry of Nantes, L’École de design Nantes Atlantique is a
private institution for higher education dedicated to design professions, in
association with l’Université de Nantes.
Founded in 1988 and recognized by the State, the school is a non-profit
organization.
Le Diplôme de design Bac +5: All the masters in design (MDes) programs offered by L'École de
design Nantes Atlantique lead to a truly recognized Master's level degree
in design; certified by the French Minister of Higher Education and
Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications
Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or
RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
They are organized in 6 sessions: January session: until January 31, 2023 February session: from February 1 to February 28, 2023 March session: from March 1 to March 31, 2023 April session: from April 1 to April 30, 2023 May session: from May 1 to May 31, 2023 June session: from June 1 to June 30, 2023
The selection process is organized as follows: 1. Online application and payment of the application fees (€50); 2. Uploading all the required documents for application; 3. Application file review; 4. If your application is accepted, an interview will be organized.
L'École de design Nantes Atlantique is located near the city center of Nantes, in the heart of the creative district in a working area of more 11 500 m². L’École de design is open to students from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am till 9:00 pm. Students have access to all classrooms and workshops, except when these one are not available during regular teaching classes.
Equipment accessible to the students: ›› Computer rooms: 120 workstations with DTP (Desktop Publishing), CAD(Computer Aided Designed) and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing ) softwares & cintiq screens ›› Model-making workshop (300 m²) ›› Digital workshop (VR equipment) ›› Motion Capture studio ›› Sound studio ›› Photo studio ›› Cafeteria
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
The International Class / 3rd year of DN MADE welcomes French students and international students of various nationalities who wish to complete a French undergraduate degree, through the third (which is the last) year of Bachelor level studies. Its purpose is also to welcome students from our partner schools for an academic exchange semester. Students from all over the world who have completed a minimum of two years in spatial, interior, product, visual communications, interaction design or graphic design are eligible to apply. Students are organized into one of three DN MADE programs, depending on their previous studies:
The undergraduate course taught in French are organized over three years, as the first part of the five-year curriculum:
The 1st year of undergraduate studies Dedicated
to the basic learning of design and creation. 4 design and project
methodology workshops are offered in Digital Design, Graphic Design,
Space Design and Product Design. These 7-week workshops allow students to refine their choices for their future careers and further studies in 2nd and 3rd year.
2nd and 3rd year levels of undergraduate studies: The
2nd and 3rd year of the undergraduate course are organized around 4
major design specialization. Students will be able to personalize their
course according to their skills and appetences through an option
system, by choosing one design specialization, and one option related to
the specialization. Undergraduate course taught in French
MDes (master programs), a two-year postgraduate course: MDes programs taught in French or in English, based on thematic approaches Postgraduate course taught in French or in English
All our master programs lead to the Master’s level degree in design,
certified by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and
registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles
(the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7
Master’s degree.
Our master programs (MDes) are based on thematic approaches, organized in two years. All our master programs lead to the Master’s level degree in design,
certified by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and
registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles
(the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7
Master’s degree.
We offer 4 programs taught in English, for students who completed 3 years of studies in design equivalent to 180 ECTS credits:
3
programs within our international studios; focusing on the exploration
and acceptance of different cultures within an applied,
interdisciplinary context.
These MDes programs are taught
in English, and are open to students who have completed Bachelor's
degree or equivalent in industrial design, graphic, interaction, product
or spatial design. A successful completion of this 2-year full-time
programs leads to our Master's Degree in Design which is fully accredited and certified by the French Minister of Higher Education.
Completing a Master’s degree program at L’École de design means:
Obtaining an internationally and nationally recognized qualification;
Access
to the corporate world through the alumni network, the school
partnerships with companies and the innovation and design centers;
Opening to the world of research within the Design Labs and the associated research chairs;
The
guarantee of acquiring a technical expertise in innovation in the areas
covered by the MDes programs and gaining the management skills required
for a young designer.
L'Ecole de design Nantes Atlantique
L'École de design Nantes Atlantique, 44200 Nantes France
# 201-230QS WUR Ranking By Subject
3Undergraduate programs
8Postgraduate programs
$9900Average tuition fee
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About L'Ecole de design Nantes Atlantique
Partner of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Nantes, L’École de design Nantes Atlantique is a private institution for higher education dedicated to design professions, in association with l’Université de Nantes.
Founded in 1988 and recognized by the State, the school is a non-profit organization.
L’École de design Nantes Atlantique offers various degree programs, depending on the level of studies and the chosen course:
All the masters in design (MDes) programs offered by L'École de design Nantes Atlantique lead to a truly recognized Master's level degree in design; certified by the French Minister of Higher Education and Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
The DN MADE, National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design is a state-controlled degree and leads to the award of an Undergraduate Diploma after three years of studies.
The International Class / 3rd year of DN MADE is a one-year course taught in English which brings together students from all different design and cultural backgrounds in three DN MADE.
Our four core values
Acquisition of professional design skills
The skills gained during the 2-year MDes programs are based on different abilities:
To apply online: https://en.lecolededesign.com/apply/
Have any questions? Contact us: [email protected]
About L'Ecole de design Nantes Atlantique
Partner of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Nantes, L’École de design Nantes Atlantique is a private institution for higher education dedicated to design professions, in association with l’Université de Nantes.
Founded in 1988 and recognized by the State, the school is a non-profit organization.
L’École de design Nantes Atlantique offers various degree programs, depending on the level of studies and the chosen course:
All the masters in design (MDes) programs offered by L'École de design Nantes Atlantique lead to a truly recognized Master's level degree in design; certified by the French Minister of Higher Education and Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
The DN MADE, National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design is a state-controlled degree and leads to the award of an Undergraduate Diploma after three years of studies.
The International Class / 3rd year of DN MADE is a one-year course taught in English which brings together students from all different design and cultural backgrounds in three DN MADE.
Our four core values
Acquisition of professional design skills
The skills gained during the 2-year MDes programs are based on different abilities:
To apply online: https://en.lecolededesign.com/apply/
Have any questions? Contact us: [email protected]
University information
Applications are open from December 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 on our application website
They are organized in 6 sessions:
January session: until January 31, 2023
February session: from February 1 to February 28, 2023
March session: from March 1 to March 31, 2023
April session: from April 1 to April 30, 2023
May session: from May 1 to May 31, 2023
June session: from June 1 to June 30, 2023
The selection process is organized as follows:
1. Online application and payment of the application fees (€50);
2. Uploading all the required documents for application;
3. Application file review;
4. If your application is accepted, an interview will be organized.
L'École de design Nantes Atlantique is located near the city center of Nantes, in the heart of the creative district in a working area of more 11 500 m². L’École de design is open to students from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am till 9:00 pm. Students have access to all classrooms and workshops, except when these one are not available during regular teaching classes.
Equipment accessible to the students:
›› Computer rooms: 120 workstations with DTP (Desktop Publishing), CAD(Computer Aided Designed) and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing ) softwares & cintiq screens
›› Model-making workshop (300 m²)
›› Digital workshop (VR equipment)
›› Motion Capture studio
›› Sound studio
›› Photo studio
›› Cafeteria
More information about the school environment and our facilities on our website
Student life
For more information about the student life please go to the page "Studying in Nantes" on our websiteTuition fee and scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
L'Ecole de design Nantes Atlantique is one of the top universities in 44200 Nantes, France. It is ranked #201-230 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2022.
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
Students from all over the world who have completed a minimum of two years in spatial, interior, product, visual communications, interaction design or graphic design are eligible to apply.
Students are organized into one of three DN MADE programs, depending on their previous studies:
• 3rd year International Class / DN MADE Digital Media Design
• 3rd year International Class / DN MADE Retail & Interior Design
• 3rd year International Class / DN MADE Industrial Products
The completion of this 3rd year program leads to the obtention of the DN MADE, National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design which is a state-controlled degree and leads to the award of a bachelor degree after three years of studies.
Undergraduate Design studies (1)
DN MADE : National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design, Major in Digital Design
DN MADE : National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design, Major in Object Design
DN MADE : National Diploma in Fine Arts, Crafts and Design, Major in Space Design
• Le Diplôme de design Bac+5 is based on a five-year curriculum, divided into two cycles:
Undergraduate level: a three-year undergraduate studies in French
MDes, a two-year postgraduate course taught in English or French
The undergraduate course taught in French are organized over three years, as the first part of the five-year curriculum:
The 1st year of undergraduate studies
Dedicated to the basic learning of design and creation. 4 design and project methodology workshops are offered in Digital Design, Graphic Design, Space Design and Product Design.
These 7-week workshops allow students to refine their choices for their future careers and further studies in 2nd and 3rd year.
2nd and 3rd year levels of undergraduate studies:
The 2nd and 3rd year of the undergraduate course are organized around 4 major design specialization. Students will be able to personalize their course according to their skills and appetences through an option system, by choosing one design specialization, and one option related to the specialization.
Undergraduate course taught in French
MDes (master programs), a two-year postgraduate course: MDes programs taught in French or in English, based on thematic approaches
Postgraduate course taught in French or in English
All our master programs lead to the Master’s level degree in design, certified by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
Our master programs (MDes) are based on thematic approaches, organized in two years. All our master programs lead to the Master’s level degree in design, certified by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and registered in the Registre National des Certifications Professionnelles (the French directory for vocational qualifications or RNCP) as a Level 7 Master’s degree.
We offer 4 programs taught in English, for students who completed 3 years of studies in design equivalent to 180 ECTS credits:
One program taught in Nantes, France:
3 programs within our international studios; focusing on the exploration and acceptance of different cultures within an applied, interdisciplinary context.
- MDes International Design Strategy Design / Brazil Studio
- (MDes International Design Strategy / China Studio) Due to the health situation & to Chinese legislation, this program will not open for the academic year 2023-2024
- (MDes International Design Strategy / India Studio) Due to the health situation this program will not open for the academic year 2023-2024
These MDes programs are taught in English, and are open to students who have completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent in industrial design, graphic, interaction, product or spatial design. A successful completion of this 2-year full-time programs leads to our Master's Degree in Design which is fully accredited and certified by the French Minister of Higher Education.Completing a Master’s degree program at L’École de design means:
Master (MDes) (1)
MDes Care Design
MDes City Design
MDes Digital Design
MDes Food Design
MDes International Design Strategy / Africa Studio
MDes International Design Strategy / Brazil Studio
MDes International Design Strategy / Le Studio France
MDes Media Design
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