Overview

A year to discover his passion

For more than 50 years, the first year of Penninghen has been one of the most emblematic and renowned courses in art and creation. The Preparatory Year in Applied Arts programme is offered by Penninghen.

First year integrated, common to the three courses offered at school, the preparatory year leaves one year for each to:

check their taste for creative studies
acquire the fundamentals of applied arts
validate their level of skills
choose their orientation in one of the three programmes offered at Penninghen.

One year to discover workshop work

The workshop practice from the preparatory year develops:

the dynamics of collaboration
the spirit of cohesion

Supervised by 20 teachers, all working professionals, the 300 students are divided into 4 workshops of 75 students each.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Language and Creation

Space language

Observation drawing

Graphic language

Artistic culture

Communication

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paris, France

Disciplines

Visual Arts Liberal Arts Art Education View 3 other preparation in Art Education in France

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The first year is open to all students who have completed higher education (French Bac equivalent). The first academic year gives students an opportunity to develop their passion for art and design.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10990 EUR / year

≈ 10990 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

10990 EUR / year

≈ 10990 EUR / year

Living costs

Paris

France

1195 - 1778 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

A year to discover his passion

One year to discover workshop work

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Paris

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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