French National School for Advanced Studies in Design (ENSCi Les Ateliers)

Global Exchange School

Note: All exchanges with ENSCi Les Ateliers, both incoming and outgoing planned for semester 1 of the school year 2020-2021 (September 2020 - February 2021) are cancelled or postponed until further notice due to the COVID-19 health crisis.

At-A-Glance

What

Global Exchange School

Where

Paris, France

When

Final dates announced on exchange school's website.

Spring Semester

February — July

Fall Semester

September — February

Who

Open to RISD students

Juniors + Seniors. Minimum 3.0+ GPA required.

Eligible RISD Departments

Industrial Design
Textiles

Links

University Website
Exchange Website
Fact Sheet

Academic Credits

Minimum 12 RISD credit equivalency

Instruction Language

French
English

Some English instruction

About ENSCi

Courses

ENSCi offers an interdisciplinary design approach with individualized programming and project-based learning. Interdisciplinary approach means their curriculum is not structured in separate “majors” or tracks.

Language

Classes are mainly conducted in French. One major project studio is English-speaking. For successful exchange, it is recommended to have at least basic French language ability.

Level required in French: A2 - An ability to deal with simple, straightforward information and begin to express oneself in familiar contexts. Example: the student CAN take part in a routine conversation on simple predictable topics.

Level required in English: B1 - The ability to express oneself in a limited way in familiar situations and to deal in a general way with non-routine information. Example: the student CAN ask to open an account at a bank, provided that the procedure is straightforward.

National College of Art and Design (NCAD)

Apply for Global Exchange & AICAD

The entire application process will be completed using an online application portal. Apply the semester before you plan to attend.

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1:1 Advising Session

Have questions? The RISD Global team is available to meet for a 1:1 advising session. We can give you more information about your study options, help you figure out which program makes sense for you, and assist you with the application process.

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