DNA and DNSEP
The National Diploma of Art (DNA): Short cycle of the course, it corresponds to 180 credits (Bac +3) and confers the degree of license. Studies are organized in semesters, each corresponding to 30 credits. Diplomas can be awarded with the mentions Ceramics or Contemporary Jewelry and prepared on a work-study basis.
The Higher National Diploma in Plastic Expression (DNSEP): Long cycle of the same course, it corresponds to 300 credits (Bac +5) and confers the degree of Master. Studies are organized in semesters, each corresponding to 30 credits. Diplomas can be awarded with the mentions Ceramics or Contemporary Jewelry.
The Art option
It offers a course that takes place gradually, from the first to the fifth year: from learning a plastic language to acquiring a vocabulary suitable for carrying out a singular and autonomous project. Teachers – artists, designers, theorists, historians – work to cross disciplines which involve the student in complex plastic thinking and diversified practices. In this sense, the School is a place of experimentation, exchanges and resources, where knowledge and practices are transmitted and where courses are built together.
The Design option
Centered on the question of object design, the Design option aims to establish a capacity for adaptation, research and project development in design creation situations. It is based on project-based teaching, that is to say practice through subjects aimed at mastering research methodologies and developing proposals. The aim is to raise student awareness of the social, ecological and economic dimensions of design.
The Ceramics mention
The ceramic mention crosses both options and draws on the fields of art and design to take a unique look at contemporary creation. The ceramic workshop brings together the entire production chain (modelling, turning, molding, casting, glazing, decoration and firing).
Contemporary jewelry
Only issued in Limoges, the Contemporary Jewelry designation represents a real opportunity for recognition and attractiveness. Ensad Limoges is the only school, with that of Strasbourg, to offer this type of specific training in the field of contemporary artistic creation in general, and more particularly within higher education in art schools.
alternating
For the past three years, Ensad Limoges has offered the opportunity to prepare for the DNSEP through a work-study program. Currently, only the second cycle (Master 2 and 1) is eligible for this program. Finding an employer is the student's responsibility, and the Limousin Academic CFA assists the company in signing the apprenticeship contract.
The work-study program takes place at a pace of two weeks at school and two weeks at the company, but can be flexible depending on the company. The latter may be located in the region or in another region.
The school supports the student and adapts the curriculum to suit the context. While this type of training is a valuable experience and provides concrete preparation for professional life, it requires daily commitment and is aimed at organized and motivated students.
Hyphenation
The gap year is an optional system which allows students to suspend their training for an academic year, with the aim of acquiring new skills, having professional or associative experiences, etc.
