Introduction
The specialized preparatory program at Académie Charpentier offers an immersive and inspiring year dedicated to artistic exploration and the development of a personal visual language. A true springboard to public higher education in the applied arts, it enables students to acquire the essential foundations in drawing and spatial design, while developing discipline, curiosity, and creative confidence, in a supportive, intimate setting.
FurtherEducation
At the end of this preparatory year, students can take the entrance exams for prestigious public schools of applied arts or architecture, both in France and abroad.
Competition participation rate: 2024–2025 academic year: 100/100
Pass rate: 2024–2025 academic year: 100/100
Those who wish to continue their studies at the Académie Charpentier also have the option, depending on the level they have achieved, to enter directly into the second year of the Interior Design program, which leads to a degree recognized by RNCP38011 at Level 7.
Why Choose This Prep Program
Small, intimate classes
Promoting individualized support and close monitoring of each student's progress.
A Comprehensive and Progressive Education
Covering all the fundamentals: analytical drawing, outdoor sketching, life drawing, composition, color, and volume.
A Stronger Visual and Spatial Culture
Combining technical excellence, aesthetic sensibility, and creativity.
, and realistic, targeted preparation
During the competitive exams (oral and practical tests), with teaching methods and guidance provided by instructors from the professional world.
Depending on the level achieved, students may be eligible to enter thesecond year of the Interior Architecture program, leading tothe RNCP 38011 Level 7 certification.
Program Details
- Drawing workshops: analytical drawing, outdoor sketching, painting.
- Exploration of visual and spatial art: perspective, the visual representation of space, graphic design, illustration, typography, morphology.
- Artistic expression and the development of a personal artistic language, based on sensitivity, observation, and creativity.
- 5 workshops / 2 lectures: to explore various artistic fields through an immersive experience in contemporary creation.
- 2 practice exams: to simulate real exam conditions in preparation for the selected exams.
- Open Workshops: The opportunity to attend the open workshops featuring live models, offered daily by the Académie de la Grande Chaumière, free of charge.
The key moments
Preparing the Personnel File
Aims to bring out each student’s unique artistic voice: their vision, sensibility, and approach. More than just technical mastery, the program values creativity, critical thinking, and a coherent artistic journey, all supported by an attentive team.
In a nutshell
- 60 ECTS
- Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)
- Start of the school year: September or a delayed start in January
- Tuition: 9,800 € + 490 € registration fee
- Admission: Open to high school graduates from all academic tracks
