International Foundation Program

A pathway to Académie Charpentier

Study Design in Paris - even if your French is not perfect yet

All programs at Académie Charpentier are taught in French.

For international students who are passionate about Interior Architecture and Spatial Design but do not yet have the required French level, we offer a foundation program in partnership with Quantum Pathway Academy, an international preparatory program located in central Paris.

This preparatory program allows students to strengthen their French, develop academic and artistic skills, and prepare for entering Académie Charpentier.

A smooth transition to Académie Charpentier

Students enrolled in the program benefit from a structured pathway toward admission.

The program includes:

Conditional admission to Académie Charpentier

Intensive French language training

Introduction to art and design vocabulary

Academic methodology for higher education

Individual guidance throughout the program

By the end of the program, students are prepared to meet the language requirements and successfully begin their studies in Interior Architecture and Design.

étudiants progressant vers l'admission à l'académie charpentier

Quantum Pathway

Programme Details

Program Structure

Two entry periods are available each year in September and January

Intensive French Training

Listening and reading comprehension
Written and spoken expression
Preparation for official French exams (TCF / TEF / DELF)

Students are placed in small groups according to their starting level.

Art, Design & Academic Preparation

Academic methodology
Art and design vocabulary
Art history and cultural references
Portfolio preparation
Introduction to the professional environment

Tuition ranges from €8,500 to €10,500 depending on the duration.

étudiants préparant examens français dans une salle de classe

Admission to Académie Charpentier

At the end of the program, students must demonstrate the required level of French:

B1+
For entry into Year 1 or Year 2
B2
For entry into Year 3 or Year 4

Language level must be validated through an official exam (TCF or DELF) and a final interview.

Once these conditions are met, students receive their final admission confirmation to Académie Charpentier.

How to Apply

Apply to Académie Charpentier

Submit your application with all required documents online.

Receive conditional admission

If your academic profile is accepted but your French level is not sufficient yet.

Enroll in the foundation program

Complete the preparatory program at Quantum Pathway Academy.

Start your studies at Académie Charpentier

Once the required language level is reached.

Why choose this pathway?

Strengthen your French through intensive training

Develop the language skills needed to study and create in a French-speaking academic environment.

Build strong foundations for design studies

Explore art history, visual culture, design vocabulary and academic methodology, while preparing for internships and the professional world.

Prepare for a smooth transition into your studies

Take the time to adapt to life and study in Paris, refine your portfolio, and confidently begin your program at Académie Charpentier.