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Bachelor Graphic Design - Full English Programme in 3 rd Year

After learning the basics in the first year, students discover new subjects in the 2nd year, such as motion design, typography and page layout. At the end of the 2nd year and in the 3rd year of the programme, students are introduced to new techniques and tools that will enable them to carry out their first projects in publishing, visual identity, advertising, digital design and so on. In this way, they acquire the vocabulary that is essential for visual communication applications.

The 3 rd year of the Bachelor’s Cycle in Graphic Design, taught entirely in English, allows students to deepen and synthesize the skills they have acquired. The core subjects of the Bachelor’s programme are still present, but the subjects are more complex and involve a more global approach to artistic creation. Students are required to work in teams, and to present and defend their creative projects in front of juries.

The 5-year programme leads to RNCP qualification no. 39251 Artistic Director of Visual Communication Projects level 7 (Bac+5 level) registered by decision published on 27/06/2024

The 3rd-year Programme

Packaging

  • Visual Identity
  • Packaging
  • Graphic Design
  • Typography
  • Publishing/Layout

Art Direction

  • Digital Creation/Web Design
  • Infographics
  • Motion Design

Copywriting

  • Copywriting/Advertising
  • Visual Culture
  • Marketing
  • Strategy

Marketing

  • Photo/Video
  • Workshops
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Internships in France or abroad

Two periods of work experience are compulsory in the Bachelor Design Programme.

  • In Bachelor 2 – Graphic Design, students undertake a work placement in a company in order to gain first-hand experience of the professional world.
  • In Bachelor 3, a work placement abroad gives students the opportunity to try out new working methods.

The Graphic Design Bachelor: a 3-year programme

Year 1 (French)

First year of the Bachelor in Graphic Design, it prepares students for the school’s higher cycle. It also prepares students for entry to the major art and design schools in France and abroad. It is during this period that students develop their structure and make the most spectacular progress. The success of their future studies depends on how well this preparatory year goes.

The aims of this preparatory year are to:

➝ Nurture their graphic culture
➝ Develop a critical eye
➝ Experiment with gesture
➝ Develop personal writing skills
➝ Assert your creative talent

Course:

➝ Analysis drawing / Live Model
➝ Illustration / Graphic design / Creative design approach
➝ Exterior sketches and perspective / Documentary studies
➝ Color / Volume
➝ Art history / English

In Graphic Design Bachelor’s Programme, I discovered how designers from other countries worked, and I learned how I could complement their work

Marie, étudiante en Bachelor Graphic Design

Further studies

Following the International Bachelor’s Programme in Graphic Design, students can continue with a Master’s Degree and also take courses exclusively in English by joining the International Master program: Graphic Design for Art Direction!

How to apply?

Applications for the ECV are open from October. Places are limited until the end of September, subject to admission conditions. Admission to the ECV Master’s programme is based on an interview and presentation of an application file.

Prerequisites:

  • Degree: Baccalaureate +2/+3 or equivalent qualification in Design
  • Procedure: Send in your application for review, followed by an interview

Admission Process

Students who are EU nationals or French national

If you are a national of a country in the European Economic Area (EU plus Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein) or Switzerland, you do not need to obtain a student visa to study or do a work placement in France. You are free to enter France whatever the duration of your stay or studies.

Non-EU students

You need a student visa to study or do a work placement in France. Your final admission is conditional on obtaining a VISA at the end of the admissions process. For more information: admission@ad-education.com

1
Request for admission

Following your request for an online or phone appointment, you will be contacted within 24 to 48 hours to schedule the date of your admission interview remotely.

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Preparing your application

Before the interview, you must prepare your complete application file with the requested documents:

  • a portfolio of your personal work
  • a letter of motivation,
  • your most recent report cards and/or diploma
  • a CV

For full English programme:

  • Level of English: B2 equivalent
  • IELTS 5.5 – 6.0
  • TOEIC – Total 785 – 940
  • Cambridge English Scale 160 – 179
  • TOEFL iBT 72 – 94
3
Admission Interview

The admission interview will allow us to assess your motivation, your project, your level of general and artistic culture, and to discover your creative universe.

4
Application form

After the admission interview, you will be informed of the decision within a maximum of 8 days. This decision is valid for all of our campuses.

An enrollment form will be sent to you by email with a link to the 100% online admission platform. To confirm your registration, simply complete your personal information, sign all the required documents, and pay the registration fee*.

*These administrative fees are collected in the first year of registration. They may be deferred to the following year in case of failure to obtain a necessary diploma for registration. They are non-refundable and remain permanently with the school, even in the event of cancellation.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees can be paid in one, three, or six installments. Other payment arrangements may be agreed upon on a case-by-case basis. For apprenticeship programs, the company covers the tuition fees.

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Contact

Benjamin LEFORT
International Admissions Manager   |  
b.lefort@ecv.fr
Charlotte RICCIARDI
International Mobility and Erasmus Manager   |  
cricciardi@ad-education.com