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36 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in France

Across France, 16 universities offer 36 Arts, Design & Architecture programs; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Université Paris-Saclay, Université du Maine and Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Diploma
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France

Assistant.e Architecte - EPS-AA

Ecole des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris — Course OverviewThe Assistant.e Architecte diploma program at Ecole des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris (EIVP) offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of arc...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2Bachelor's Degree
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France

Bi cursus ingénieur.e et architecte

Ecole des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris — Course OverviewThe Bachelor's degree in engineering and architecture at École des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris offers a comprehensive education that integrates the pri...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
3Diploma
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France

LP Architecture et Conception - EPS-AA

Ecole des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris — The LP Architecture et Conception program at the Ecole des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris offers an immersive experience into the world of architectural design and urban...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
8Bachelor's Degree
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#78 in France France

Licence Arts plastiques

Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) — The Licence Arts plastiques at Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) is an engaging and comprehensive program designed to explore various forms of visual arts. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
9Bachelor's Degree
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#78 in France France

Licence Arts plastiques - ATI (L3)

Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) — The Licence Arts plastiques - ATI (L3) program at Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) is designed to immerse students in the world of visual arts and artistic p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
10Bachelor's Degree
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#78 in France France

Licence Arts plastiques - Photographie (L3)

Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) — The Licence Arts plastiques - Photographie (L3) program at Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) is designed for students who have a passion for visual arts and p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
11Bachelor's Degree
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#78 in France France

Licence Cinéma

Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) — Programme OverviewThe Licence Cinéma at Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) offers a comprehensive exploration into the world of cinema, combining theoretical k...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
14Foundation
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#113 in France France

BTS TEXTILE INNOVATION

Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles — The BTS Textile Innovation at Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of textile engin...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
15Master's Degree
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#113 in France France

SPECIALIZED MASTER IN MANAGING INNOVATION AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT IN FASHION - MIm

Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles — The Specialized Master in Managing Innovation and Product Development in Fashion (MIm) at Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles is designed to equip...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
16Bachelor's Degree
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#113 in France France

TEXTILE ENGINEER

Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles — The Bachelor's Degree in Textile Engineering at Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the textile...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
17Master's Degree
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#122 in France France

Diplôme d'Etat d'Architecte (DEA)

Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy — Course OverviewThe Diplôme d'Etat d'Architecte (DEA) is a comprehensive Master's program that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful car...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
18Bachelor's Degree
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#122 in France France

Diplôme d'Etudes En Architecture (DEEA)

Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy — The Diplôme d'Etudes En Architecture (DEEA) at the Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
19PhD / Doctorate
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#122 in France France

Doctorat en architecture

Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy — Le Doctorat en architecture à l'École d'Architecture de Nancy est un programme de recherche approfondi qui permet aux étudiants d'explorer des questions complexes liées à...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
21Master's Degree
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#122 in France France

Master Design parcours Verre Design Architecture

Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy — The Master in Design parcours Verre Design Architecture at Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy focuses on the innovative application of glass in architectural design. This prog...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
23Master's Degree
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#124 in France France

Sound Design Master's Program

Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique/Musique — The Sound Design Master's Program at the Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique/Musique offers an immersive experience into the diverse world of sound arts. Thi...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
24Bachelor's Degree
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#127 in France France

Bachelor IIM

Ecole Superieur d'Ingenieurs Leonard de Vinci — The Bachelor in International Management (IIM) at Ecole Superieur d'Ingenieurs Leonard de Vinci provides students with a comprehensive education in the dynamic field of i...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — Université Paris-Saclay at #71 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. Université Paris-Saclay has the largest research record in this group, with 15,531,107 citations and an h-index of 1,071. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 15 master's, 12 bachelor's, 3 diploma and 3 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 94% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (88% of courses with a stated intake). Institute Français de la Mode offers the widest choice, with 6 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Arts, Design & Architecture in France?

Université Paris-Saclay (QS World #71), Université du Maine (#64 in France) and Université Vincennes Saint-Denis (Paris VIII) (#78 in France) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Arts, Design & Architecture course take in France?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in France?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Arts, Design & Architecture courses in France?

Institute Français de la Mode, with 6, ahead of Ecole d'Architecture de Nancy (6).

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