How to Prepare for Your Admission?

JOINING ECV THIS FALL

Studying at one of ECV’s 6 schools allows you to access high-quality French education, experiment, and enhance your creative talent. With campuses in Paris, Bordeaux, Strasbourg, Aix-en-Provence, Nantes, and Lille, ECV has chosen to establish itself in the heart of major French cities that are creative, dynamic, and open to the world.

Are you an international student wanting to study visual creation in France? Our International Office is here to guide you through the entire admission process. If you are from outside the European Union, you will need to apply for a student visa through the French consulate in your home country.

We accept applications throughout the year, depending on available spots.
For students from outside the European Union, we recommend submitting your application before the end of June to allow enough time for consular formalities and to arrive in France on time.

• September: Opening of international admissions
• Courses run from September to June.

STUDYING IN FRANCE

Required Level of French

If you hold a B2-level certification (TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF), you can directly join one of our Bachelor’s or Master’s programmes (Design, Animation, Game, Digital) after educational validation. If your French proficiency requires improvement, your admission will be transferred to the SAF programme – French, Art & Design.

This intensive French learning programme is combined with specialised courses for an entire academic year, allowing students to reach the required French level and develop their artistic practice.

Required Level of English

For admission to the following programmes:

• Foundation Year in Design
• Only English – Bachelor in Graphic Design (3rd Year)
• International Master – Graphic Design for Art Direction

You need to demonstrate a B2 level or equivalent.

ECTS Credits

The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a learning measurement system designed to clearly demonstrate acquired knowledge and skills. The value of ECTS credits is determined based on student workload and learning outcomes. In other words, credits reflect the amount of effort required to learn course content and achieve academic objectives.

One ECTS credit typically corresponds to 25 to 30 hours (including both class time and personal study). For example, a 6 ECTS credit course means you have dedicated 150 to 180 hours to complete it. These numerical references make it easier for students to showcase their academic achievements when applying for international study programs, further education at a different institution, or employment opportunities.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

Download the application form and send it via email to admission@ad-education.com, along with all the required documents. Incomplete applications will not be processed. You can also submit your application through our website.

Step 1: Preparing Your Application

Download the application form and send it by email to admission@ad-education.com, attaching all the required documents. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

• Required Documents:
• A resume (CV)
• A cover letter
• A portfolio of work
• Photocopy of passport or ID card
• Certified copy of diploma or degree + academic records (or a copy of your two most recent transcripts if you have not yet graduated)
• Official French language certificate
• Photo ID

Step 2: Application Review & Interview (in French or English, depending on the program)

The first step is an evaluation interview where the candidate receives detailed information about their chosen academic program. A second interview will be scheduled with the program director to assess the candidate’s level of French or English, depending on the selected course.

Step 3: Admission to the School

After the admission interview and submission of the required documents, candidates will receive a response within 8 days.
If admitted, an admission email will be sent with details on the enrollment procedure. The candidate will have 15 days (flexible deadline) to confirm their decision.

Admission to the SAF – French, Art & Design Program: A pre-admission letter will be issued for the chosen Bachelor or Master program, along with confirmation of admission to the French, Art & Design preparatory program.

Step 4: Enrollment in the Program

Once the tuition fees have been paid, an official enrollment notification will be sent within 72 hours, allowing the student to begin the visa application process in their home country.

A final admission email will be sent with financial details for enrollment at the chosen school.
Deadline for tuition payment: September 1st

SAF – French, Art & Design Program Requirements

To confirm admission to an ECV program after completing the SAF program, the student must provide:

• TCF level B2 certification before June 30th (latest by July 31st)
• Evaluation of the “Introduction Workshop” module
• Certificate of participation in the SAF program

NEED MORE INFORMATION?

For further inquiries, please contact:

• International Office – AD Education
• Email: admission@ad-education.com
• Phone: (+33) 7-61-40-72-02