Design L'École de design Nantes Atlantique

Overview

Study in English alongside students from France and around the world, develop your creative practice in Nantes, and prepare to work as a designer in an increasingly global industry. 

Choose your design pathway 

Choose your area of specialisation from the start of your Design degree from L'École de design Nantes Atlantique and develop your expertise with a transdiciplinary approach. 

• Space & Industrial Design - Explore objects, products and environments through creative, technical and functional approaches, at the crossroads of industrial design, space design and scenography. 

• UX & Graphic Design - Explore user experiences, interfaces, visual identities, media contents and communication, placing users and their needs at the heart of your design process. 

Why choose the International Bachelor of Design? 

1. Learn by doing 

A hands-on approach to Design. Work on real-world projects, experiment in 700 m² of dedicated workshops in a unique 11,500 m2 campus, develop prototypes and collaborate with design professionals and partner organisations.

With a network of more than 1,000 national and international partner companies and organisations, you will engage with real design challenges throughout your studies. 

An integrated 2-to-4-month internship allows you to step into a professional environment, apply your skills and build your first professional network. 

2. Invest in your future 

5 scholarships covering 50% of tuition fees are available for the 2027 intake of the International Bachelor in Design. 

Awarded for the entire duration of the program, these scholarships recognise international students who demonstrate academic excellence, a strong portfolio and outstanding motivation. 

3. Study in a leading design school 

Ranked among the top 4 French design schools in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 – Art & Design, L’École de design Nantes Atlantique offers an inspiring environment to develop your creative practice and prepare for an international career. 

Located in Nantes in a creative area, the school is at the heart of a vibrant ecosystem where design, innovation, culture and entrepreneurship come together. 

The Bachelor opens the door to start a design career but also offer the possibility to postgraduate studies in France or abroad, including further study within L’École de design Nantes Atlantique.