Identity Brand Design Programme Postgraduate Programme By Strate Ecole de Design |TopUniversities
Starting Month

May-2026Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Design meaningful brands and experiences. Learn how to turn them into drivers of appeal by building value-driven, sustainable, and responsible experiences based on real user practices and engaged consumption. You’ll master the creation of tools and systems that respond to the urgent challenges of today’s transitions. Your mission will be to shape and represent what we collectively create and share—championing a fair and respectful society.

The Identity Design programme aims to enable students to:

  • Develop and master expertise across the key areas of design, addressing current and future challenges, through a multidisciplinary faculty and tailored programmes
  • Apply a project-based approach through a modular curriculum and flexible pedagogy, enabling tailored responses to real-world challenges, with a significant proportion of courses taught in English
  • Integrate human and social sciences, as well as life sciences, by approaching design with a critical perspective to better analyse and address contemporary issues
  • Engage with research by benefiting from the expertise of a dedicated research team and integrating the latest advancements in design into the curriculum
  • Embrace an ethical approach to design and develop awareness of the social and environmental responsibilities of future designers
  • Collaborate within a dynamic ecosystem, interacting with a strong network of partners and companies to continuously align and enrich the programme with current design industry expectations.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Design meaningful brands and experiences. Learn how to turn them into drivers of appeal by building value-driven, sustainable, and responsible experiences based on real user practices and engaged consumption. You’ll master the creation of tools and systems that respond to the urgent challenges of today’s transitions. Your mission will be to shape and represent what we collectively create and share—championing a fair and respectful society.

The Identity Design programme aims to enable students to:

  • Develop and master expertise across the key areas of design, addressing current and future challenges, through a multidisciplinary faculty and tailored programmes
  • Apply a project-based approach through a modular curriculum and flexible pedagogy, enabling tailored responses to real-world challenges, with a significant proportion of courses taught in English
  • Integrate human and social sciences, as well as life sciences, by approaching design with a critical perspective to better analyse and address contemporary issues
  • Engage with research by benefiting from the expertise of a dedicated research team and integrating the latest advancements in design into the curriculum
  • Embrace an ethical approach to design and develop awareness of the social and environmental responsibilities of future designers
  • Collaborate within a dynamic ecosystem, interacting with a strong network of partners and companies to continuously align and enrich the programme with current design industry expectations.

Admission Requirements

14+

Admissions

1. Applicants from the French high school system

(in France or French schools abroad)

Applications must be submitted through the Parcoursup platform.

2. Applicants from an international or non-French high school system

You can apply either through Campus France or directly to Strate.

The admission process is designed to assess your creativity, motivation, and potential. It includes:

  • A high school diploma (or equivalent)

  • A motivation letter outlining your interest in design

  • A creative portfolio presenting your projects, ideas, or visual thinking

  • A 45-minute individual interview with our admissions team

  • Proof of English proficiency (minimum B2 level)

Parallel Admissions (Advanced Entry)

Join Strate during your studies

Have you already completed one or two years of higher education (e.g. foundation programme, applied arts, BTS, IUT, business or engineering school)?
You may be eligible to join Strate through parallel admissions.

Each year, a limited number of places are available (outside Parcoursup) for entry into the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year, for students wishing to continue or redirect their studies towards design.

Strate welcomes students from a wide range of academic backgrounds. Entry is possible from art and design schools, as well as engineering or business programmes.

Admission is subject to:

  • The relevance of your academic background

  • Your portfolio and motivation

The validation of the required number of ECTS credits for the intended year of entry

May-2026

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,060

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