France1/ BACHELOR'S DEGREE – ART
2/ MASTER DEGREE – ART
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates of our programmes primarily work in the art sectors under various statuses: self-employed (liberal professions, artist-author), employees in the public sector, either at the state or local level.
They may simultaneously or successively pursue professions related to the field of creation and its transmission:
In the International class, French lessons are provided within the school itself, with the partnership of Alliance Française.
| HOURS OF FRENCH CLASSES (per week) | 9 hours |
| HOURS ACADEMIC / METHODOLOGY CLASSES (per week) About 8 hours of French language practical art workshops |
8 hours |
| TOTAL HOURS (per week) | 17 hours (minimum) |
Optional workshops are possible
The ESÄ hosts nearly 300 students across Lille and Dunkerque, offering a dynamic and innovative art education. Its programmes span the National Diploma of Art (DNA), equivalent to a Bachelor's, focusing on artistic experimentation, theory, and technical skills, and the Higher National Diploma of Plastic Expression (DNSEP), which deepens artistic research and interdisciplinary projects addressing societal, environmental, and scientific issues.
Emphasizing the interaction between theory and practice, ESÄ fosters professional integration, international mobility, and research through strong academic and cultural networks. Students develop unique artistic practices while engaging with a vibrant, collaborative environment rich in cultural and professional exchanges.
Website: http://esa-n.info
| Year | Bachelor (any track) | Master (any track) |
| Classes Internationales | 3,800 € | |
| Y1 | 850 € | X |
| Y2 | 850 € | X |
| Y3 | 850 € | X |
| Y4 | X | 850 € |
| Y5 | X | 800 € |
| Grand Total | 2,550 € | 1,700 € |
Note: In addition to tuition fees and the CVEC, other expenses should be anticipated throughout the course, depending on artistic research, in order to complete personal creative projects.
The institution assists students in receiving all necessary information about their arrival, including details on accommodation, transportation, and social security. Students are encouraged to reserve a room on the private market with the support of the international desk.
Student mentors are available to welcome newcomers and facilitate smooth integration into the school, helping with day-to-day life.
As part of the partnership with the Alliance Française, students can participate in cultural activities, while practical workshops, including studio visits and museum tours, further enrich their experience. During their time at the university, students receive support from the entire teaching staff, with particular assistance from the language professor.
Recruitment: Takes place from October until June through online interviews.
Academic Calendar: One entire year from September 2026 to June 2027