The France AD Art Schools Alliance is the largest network of creative arts, design, media, and cultural management schools in Europe. It is a large-scale European higher education network, consisting of 23 member institutions.

French Higher Education Institutions (14 schools):

· Da Vinci School of Engineering (ESILV)

· Da Vinci Business School (EMLV)

· Da Vinci School of Art and Design (EACD)

· Da Vinci Executive Education School (DEE)

· French Higher Institute of Perfumery and Cosmetics (ESPC)

· French National Institute of Gemology (ING)

· École de Condé (French Higher School of Art)

· French Higher School of Design (ECV)

· French School of Arts and Cultural Management (EAC)

· French Higher School of Publishing (Asfored)

· French Higher School of Advertising Design (ESP)

· French Higher School of New Media Design (ESD)

· SAE Creative Media Institute

· French Higher School of Media Arts and Technology (IMAAT)

· French Higher Institute for Future Skills (ISCOD)

· VISIPLUS Academy

Italian Higher Education Institutions:

· Italian Academy of Applied Arts and Design (IAAD)

· Italian Higher Institute of Design (Accademia Italiana)

German Higher Education Institution:

· Media University of Applied Sciences (MUAS)

Spanish Higher Education Institutions:

· Spanish Higher Institute of Media (CEV)

· Spanish Higher Institute of Audiovisual Arts (CES)

· Barreira A+D Higher Institute of Arts (Barreira A+D)

British Higher Education Institution:

· London Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP)

01. Publishing and Media Schools of the France AD Alliance

1. French Higher School of Publishing (Asfored - Association for the Development of Professional Training in the Communication and Publishing Industries)

The French Higher School of Publishing (Asfored) was founded in 1972 at the initiative of the National Publishing Union to meet the industry's training needs. Asfored collaborates with multiple higher education institutions and organizations in France, including the Faculty of Letters of Sorbonne University, HEC Paris, and the National Book Center, offering a diverse range of professional training programs. These partnerships provide students with extensive practical opportunities, contributing to the development of outstanding talent in the French publishing industry.

Asfored also works with the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs to organize training courses abroad and has launched various cross-border projects to support international publishing collaborations.

Location: Paris, France

Language: Courses offered in French

Tuition Fees: €8,000-10,000 per year; Preparatory program: €8,950

Key Advantages

International preparatory program (art courses + French language courses)

Bachelor’s Programs

Concept and Creation of Publications (Print and Digital Media)

Books and Cultural Heritage (Dual Degree)

Master’s Programs

Comic Book Creation and Publishing (European and Japanese styles)

Multimedia Publishing and Editing (Dual Degree)

Writing and Proofreading

Screenwriting and Literary Direction for Audiovisual Projects

Application Requirements

French Language Proficiency: B2 level required

Application Period: September to March

2. French Higher School of Advertising (ESP - École Supérieure de Publicité, Communication et Marketing)

The French Higher School of Advertising (ESP) was founded in 1927 and is the first advertising and media school in France, boasting a long history and extensive teaching experience. Its undergraduate and master's programs are officially recognized by both the French government (RNCP Level 6 and Level 7) and the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Most programs at ESP adopt a work-study apprenticeship model in collaboration with businesses, where students spend one day at school and four days working in a company. This model includes a full scholarship and a monthly salary ranging from €1,000 to €2,000.

Under this system, students gain over three years of work and internship experience before graduation, giving them a significant advantage in the job market compared to graduates from traditional programs. Furthermore, this model allows students to recoup their study abroad investment through their earnings, often leading to a substantial income during their studies.

Campus Locations: 6 campuses, including Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Nantes, and Barcelona.

Language: French language courses available.

Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €10,000 per year, with preparatory course fees at €8,950.

Main Advantages:

· International preparatory course (art-focused courses + French language courses).

Undergraduate Programs:

· Media and Marketing

· Event PR

· Advertising Creativity

· Digital Strategy

· Enhanced Media and Marketing (3rd year of the undergraduate program, with opportunities for changing specializations).

Master's Programs:

· Art and Digital Design Director

· New Media Advertising and Media Planning

· New Media Content Creation and Strategic Planning

· Media Innovation and Digital Marketing

· Image and Influence PR Media

MBA Programs:

· Art and Digital Design Director

· Media Strategy

· Brand Strategy

· Online Business Strategy

· Corporate and Institutional Image Media

Admission Requirements:

· French: B2 level required

· Application Period: September to March

02. Luxury Sector Schools in the French AD Network

1. French School of Art and Culture Management (EAC - École d'Art et de Culture)

Founded in 1985, the French School of Art and Culture Management (EAC) is a benchmark institution for training professionals in the art market, cultural management, heritage conservation and restoration, and the luxury industry.

Its curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical employment needs and adheres to the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). EAC offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA programs, ensuring internationally recognized qualifications and career opportunities.

The French School of Art and Culture Management (EAC) was established in 1985 and has since become a leading institution in France for the development of fields such as art market management, cultural management, cultural heritage conservation and restoration, and luxury goods management.

Campus Locations: 7 campuses, including Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Rome, London, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Language: English and French language courses available.
Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €10,000 per year.

Undergraduate Programs:

· Art Market Project Management

· Cultural Project Management

· Luxury Goods Project Management

Master's Programs:

· Art Market Management (English/French taught)

· Cultural and Art Market Management MBA (English/French taught)

· Cultural Management (English/French taught)

· Luxury Goods Management

· Luxury Goods Management MBA

Admission Requirements:

· English: IELTS 6.0

· French: B2 level required

· Application Period: September to March

2. French Higher School of Perfumery and Cosmetics (ESPC - École Supérieure du Parfum & de la Cosmétique):

The French Higher School of Perfumery (ESPC) was established in 2011, with campuses in Paris and Grasse. The school offers Master's programs in Perfumery Development and Management, Cosmetic Formulation Development and Management, and Perfumery and Cosmetics Marketing. Additionally, in collaboration with Paris-Saclay University, they offer a dual Master's in Life Sciences and Chemistry, enabling graduates to gain expertise across the entire process of perfume and cosmetics development and marketing, including creation, production, quality assurance, marketing, project management, and sales. The Master's diploma (RNCP 7) is recognized by the French government and the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Campus Locations: 2 campuses, including Paris and Grasse (the birthplace of French perfume)

Language: French language courses available

Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €10,000 per year, Foundation Year €8,950

International Foundation Program (Art-related courses + French language courses)

Combined Bachelor's and Master's Program (5 years):

· Perfume Product Development and Management

· Cosmetics Industry Development and Management

Master's Programs:

· Life Sciences and Chemistry (Top 10 Master's programs in France)

· Perfumery and Cosmetics Marketing

Admission Requirements:

· French: B2 level required
Application Period: September to March

2. French National Institute of Gemmology (ING - Institut National de Gemmologie)
The French National Institute of Gemmology (ING) was originally founded in 1962 by researchers, professionals, and gemstone enthusiasts as the French Gemmological Association. In 1967, the school was officially established, offering a wide range of gemmology programs. Since its founding in 1967, ING has been a leader in the field of gemmology, training countless professionals in the jewelry industry.

Campus Locations: 2 campuses, including Paris and Lyon

Language: French language courses available

Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €10,000 per year, Foundation Year €8,950

International Foundation Program (Art-related courses + French language courses)

Bachelor's Program:

· Gemmology Specialist (Jewelry Appraisal + Jewelry Design)

Master's Program:

· Jewelry Design (Transfer to sister institution in Italy)

· Luxury Goods Management

Admission Requirements:

· French: B2 level required

Application Period: September to March

03 French AD Alliance Design Schools

1.École de Communication Visuelle (ECV) – Higher School of DesignFounded in 1984, ECV is a highly recognized institution for design education, offering diplomas fully accredited by the French Ministry of Education and the Chinese Ministry of Education. The school aims to provide students with an art education that is highly recognized by the design industry, fostering creative thinking and ensuring future professional success. ECV believes that the most effective way to learn design is through sharing and exchange, inviting many successful professionals to teach, creating a creative environment where students can learn knowledge and skills and engage in numerous internships to apply what they have learned, thereby enhancing their professional abilities.

Campus Locations: Paris, Bordeaux, Nantes, Lille, Aix-en-Provence, Strasbourg in France, and international campuses in Shanghai, Madrid, Barcelona, Turin

Language: Offers courses in both English and French

Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €10,000 per year

Bachelor’s Program:

· Visual Communication (English/French), New Media, Interior Design, 2D/3D Animation Film, Game Design

Master’s Program:

· Graphic Design (English/French), Art Direction, Illustration Design, Advertising Design, Typography Design, New Media Art Direction, UI/UX Design, Front-End Development Direction, New Media Project Management, Interior and Set Design, 2D/3D Animation Film Design, Game Art and Design

Admission Requirements:

· English: IELTS 6.0

· French: B2 level required

Application Period: September to March

2.École de Condé (EDC) – Condé School of Art
École de Condé, established in 1990, is the largest applied art school in France. The school specializes in training professionals in fields such as art design, graphic arts, and cultural heritage restoration. The institution offers bachelor's and master's programs in fields like graphic design, interior design, product design, fashion design, illustration and comic design, animation and game design, photography, and cultural heritage restoration, with the illustration program being particularly well-known. Both bachelor’s and master’s degrees are accredited by the French government and the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Campus Locations: 12 campuses, including France (Paris, Lyon, Nancy, Nice, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Marseille, Rennes), Italy (Turin, Bologna), Spain (Barcelona, Madrid)

Language: Offers courses in both English and French

Tuition Fees: Master’s €8,000 - €10,000 per year

Bachelor’s Program:

· Cultural Heritage Preservation and Restoration (5-year program) + Tuition: €7,250 - €7,850 per year

Master’s Program:

· Fashion Design (English/French), Interior and Environmental Design & Luxury Scene Design (English/French), Fashion Buying and Supply Chain Management, Screen Design, Animation Design, Industrial Product and Furniture Design, Cultural Heritage Preservation and Restoration, Art Fashion Design and Brand Creation, Graphic Design, 2D-3D Animation Film Design, 3D Animation Film Design, Game Design

Admission Requirements:

· English: IELTS 6.0

· French: B2 level required
Application Period: September to March