Pays de la Loire, NantesDN MADE (Diplôme National des Métiers des Arts et du Design) - Numérique, Objet et Espace
This national degree allows students to pursue further studies in a Master's program or to enter the job market as creative professionals in design and innovation.
Depending on their specialization (Digital, Object, or Space), graduates can work as UI/UX designers, product or industrial designers, interior or spatial designers, motion or interaction designers, or in other related creative fields.
The DN MADE prepares students to address contemporary technological, social, and environmental challenges through design.
| HOURS OF GENERAL FRENCH CLASSES | 370 hours |
| HOURS OF SPECIFIC FRENCH CLASSES | 120 hours |
| HOURS OF DESIGN CLASSES | 200 hours |
| TOTAL HOURS | 690 hours |
A leading force in higher education, L'École de design Nantes Atlantique shapes creative and responsible innovators for a changing world. Founded in 1988 by the Nantes St-Nazaire Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the school views design as a strategic driver for social, technological, and environmental transformation.
Recognized by the French State and a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles, it stands among the few design schools awarded the EESPIG label for public-interest higher education. As a non-profit institution associated with Nantes University, it trains future-ready professionals committed to building a sustainable and meaningful future through design.
Website: https://lecolededesign.com/en/home
Fees of the Classes Internationales: 5500 €
| Year | Bachelor (any track) | Master (any track) |
| Y1 | 8900 € | X |
| Y2 | 9900 € | X |
| Y3 | 9900 € | X |
| Y4 | X | 9900 € |
| Y5 | X | 9900 € |
| Grand total | 28700 € | 19800 € |
Additional Fees:
L'École de design Nantes Atlantique was awarded the Bienvenue in France label with the maximum score of three stars by Campus France, recognizing its commitment to welcoming international students.
The school provides full guidance to help students prepare for their arrival through access to Feel Français, a specialized platform offering a wide range of services such as accommodation, banking, phone plans, visa assistance, health insurance, and transport.
The school also partners with the CROUS, which manages university residences, reserving several rooms for international students upon request.
To ease integration, international students can be paired with a buddy/mentor who assists them before and throughout their stay in France. These buddies are dedicated and enthusiastic guides, helping newcomers adapt to their new life in Nantes.
Academic Intake: 1
Academic Calendar: September 15, 2025 to May 28, 2026