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“My personal life experience and who I am today has been shaped by the different countries and educational systems I have experienced as a student, faculty and administrator. Every new country and its culture is a new challenge but also an exciting opportunity to grow. Studying abroad in Paris is an amazing opportunity, not only to improve your French language skills and be inspired by a dynamic contemporary scene, but also to form relationships that will lead your life in new directions. At Paris College of Art you will share classes with students from all over the world who will become lifelong friends and gain art and design career experiences in Paris that will enrich your international professional practice. Above all, this experience will open your mind to different points of view and cultures and strengthen your desire to travel and discover the world with your own eyes. Studying abroad is the first step into becoming a citizen of the world.�
Linda Jarvin, PhD Dean
Paris College of Art
PARIS COLLEGE OF ART
Paris College of Art (PCA), an American college with degree-granting authority from the State of Delaware and accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), has a dual mission: • To provide the highest international standard of art and design education taught within an American pedagogical paradigm, while being influenced and informed by our French and European environment;
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• To open up French educational opportunities to the world and international education to the French.
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Paris College of Art (PCA) promotes the artistic and intellectual maturation of promising students into exceptional professional artists, photographers, design managers, designers, and art historians through a rigorous art, design and liberal
arts education. Established in 1986 to provide American education to undergraduates in fine arts and design wishing to pursue their studies in Europe, today Paris College of Art continues to fulfill that mission. With the resources of our location in one of the world’s most resplendent cities, we emphasize an interdisciplinary approach to academic programs. We draw students from around the world and the spontaneous cultural diversity this engenders complements the program and fosters a critical sensitivity toward the globalization of visual culture and its impact on respective art and design fields. Our multicultural environment nurtures artistic practice as well as individual growth and the intimate size of our classes provides an optimum environment for developing the discipline and skills required for our students’ artistic pursuit.
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While our classes are taught in English**, we encourage students to study French so that they can take full advantage of their time in Paris. At Paris College of Art, we encourage students to develop personal expression through creative problem-solving and process-oriented research. Our methodology gives students a competitive advantage, both academically and professionally, while emphasizing ethical interaction with society as a whole. Through our international faculty of working professionals, we maintain close ties with the Parisian art and design culture. Special events, exhibitions and conferences bring students in intimate contact with their distinctive European setting.
* To learn more about our Undergraduate, Cer-
tificate, Summer, and Continuing Education programs visit www.paris.edu.
** Except CUPA, which is exclusively in French, and Atelier of Art, which is taught both in English and in French.
Paris College of Art offers: Undergraduate Degree Programs • Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts, Illustration, Photography, Communication Design, Fashion and Art History • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Design Management. Study Abroad Programs • Study Abroad at PCA • PCA Summer * • Center for University Programs Abroad (CUPA) Non-Degree Programs • Certificate Programs* • Atelier of Art • Continuing Education*
“There is no future without creativity and we have seen tonight that creativity belongs to youth. It is quite amazing to see so much talent coming from so many countries and so many visions of the world.” Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, PCA Fashion Show President 2012
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CAMPUS
Campus
While the larger campus is certainly Paris, with its museums, historical sites and contemporary art venues, the facilities of Paris College of Art are ideally suited for the creative endeavors proposed in the classroom. In Fall 2013 Paris College of Art (PCA) will expand its campus with the opening of the PCA Design Center located in the 10th arrondissement. The PCA Design Center will reunite all the academic departments under one roof. With an additional 2,550 fully air-conditioned square meters we will double our facilities including: an amphitheater able to seat 200, a new gallery space, student and faculty social spaces, a private landscaped courtyard, and many new light and airy classrooms with amazing views of Montmartre. With the addition of our new facilities, students of Paris College of Art (PCA) will have designated social/ eating spaces, out-of-class workspace, greater access to computer
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labs and new classroom facilities. All will enjoy the neighborhood of the PCA Design Center, with its easy access to the textile stores of Montmartre, one of the city’s best photo service stores just 170 meters from our front door, many theaters, performing arts studios, and the offices of many creative agencies as well as many cafes, traiteurs, and restaurants nearby. While embracing the new we will hold on to our past: the historic rue Letellier building will become PCA Studios hosting our 3D laboratory, photography studio and silver processes darkroom, print-making and textiles lab, studio classes as well as art studios for senior students.
left & opposite: PCA Design Center top: PCA Studios
Campus
PCA Design Center
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PARIS For the students of Paris College of Art the city around them is their campus, library, research center and laboratory. Every art and design discipline finds expression in the streets, shops, and cultural centers of Paris and moving through the city each day is an opportunity to observe new trends and find inspiration.
Paris is #1 in the QS TOPUNIVERSITIES Best Student Cities Ranking 2012: “…situated in the heart of Europe, Parisian graduates are targeted by a vast range of employers throughout the continent; and perhaps most importantly for students, all of this takes place in one of the most historic, culturally vital and beautiful cities imaginable…Paris is frequently rated as one of the most livable cities in Europe, and it scores highly in the quality of living indicator…it's also a city that excels in the things that come for free.”
Paris
FDI magazine ranks Paris among the three most important and influential cities in the world, and in the luxury industry we have the market cornered with 8 out of the 10 top international brands headquartered here. The 2012 summer issue of Monocle ranks Paris ahead of Berlin, London and New York for quality of life.
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top: Pont Neuf - left: The Eiffel Tower
Paris
Not only does Paris lead the way for international design and fashion, Paris is a forerunner in the concept store movement: Colette on the rue St. Honoré was one of the world’s first and has been followed in Paris by Merci, Kiliwatch and l’Eclaireur. In Paris small local boutiques still hold way against the tide of chain stores, and artisanal production, such as haute couture embroidery produced by la Maison Lesage, is highly prized. Paris, the birthplace of many artistic and design movements (Dada, Nouveau Réalisme, and Art Déco) continues today to be a major center for contemporary art, design and photography. Art fairs in Paris such as FIAC, Drawing Now, Paris Design Week and Paris Photo, draw artists, photographers and collectors from around the world and are must dos on the international art world calendar. France is known for great pictorial art, and this tradition informs the fields of illustration and graphic design: the
bande dessinée artists of France and Belgium are among the most influential in the field of comic art. Graphic design in France is characterized by its irreverence for commercialism and its use of the visual image to create impact and communicate. Access to the wealth of visual resources of these fields nourishes students’ visual vocabulary and feeds the growth of their own vision and style. France is deeply committed to the arts and culture and public spending in these sectors is among the highest in the world. This belief in the importance of art and design makes France and Paris in particular a great place to study artistic disciplines. “Paris was so photogenic I couldn't resist taking pictures of everything!” Emma Novotny, Study Abroad at PCA student from Ontario College of Art and Design, Canada
top left: Petit Palais - top right: Pyramide du Louvre right: Daniel Buren at Monumenta in the Grand Palais
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STUDY ABROAD AT PCA PCA offers an extraordinary Study Abroad program for college sophomores and juniors, or those with undergraduate degrees who wish to spend a semester or year experiencing the art, design, and culture of Paris.
Study Abroad at PCA
At PCA you can: • Investigate fashion design, textiles and the history of French costume in the original city of fashion; • photograph on the streets of the city where the medium was born; • develop your artistic vision while being exposed to classical and contemporary art; • expand you knowledge of design by being exposed to European design sensibilities and approaches; • and experience French design business realities first-hand.
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Studying full-time in English, Study Abroad at PCA students have the freedom of choosing from our vast array of courses to create a rigorous and stimulating curriculum that match
their academic needs and interests. Students can focus their studies in one departmental area or create a multidisciplinary selection. Courses tailored to improve French language skills as well as activities and events in the art and design world and everyday life, let you experience and be inspired by French traditional culture as well as the contemporary scene in France. With our location at the center of Europe, you will easily explore other European countries and enjoy their cultural heritage and influence, making your stay in Paris unforgettable. "Thank you for making my time at PCA unforgettable. The knowledge I have gained, inspiration I have found, and challenges I have faced have resulted in both academic and personal growth." Marnie Shanahan, Study Abroad at PCA
Student from Sydney College of the Arts, Australia
Study Abroad at PCA
UNIQUE TO THE STUDY ABROAD AT PCA PROGRAM STUDY ABROAD AT PCA STUDENT EXHIBITION Each semester, the Study Abroad at PCA students curate an exhibition of their work held in a professional gallery. Organizing the show with the help of the Study Abroad at PCA office, students learn how to create an exhibition and sell their artwork as well as gain an important addition to their professional CV. ”The highlight of my experience at Paris College of Art was the Study Abroad at PCA Student Exhibition. The faculty were more than helpful and very supportive. Everyone was so enthusiastic!” Justin de Lima, Study Abroad at PCA
Student from Ontario College of Art and Design, Canada
PARIS INSIDE / OUT To initiate students to Paris' thriving contemporary gallery scene and give them backstage access to the city's art and design community, we offer a one-credit course composed of excursions and guided visits to art exhibits and design workshops throughout Paris. Recent visits have included Hotel Martin Margiela,
Prada 24 hour Museum, Foundation Louis Vuitton, the Museum Ateliers and La Maison Rouge. “Paris Inside/Out not only offers a great choice and variety of visits, but is also an opportunity to learn more about the city we live in and is a passepartout* for places we would not have the chance to see otherwise.” Emilia Petrarca, Study Abroad at PCA Student from Vassar College, USA
FRENCH INSTRUCTION AND INDIVIDUAL TUTORING PCA offers four levels of French language courses that include outings such as French wine tasting and visits to sites particular to Paris like the Passages Couverts – enclosed shopping areas dating from the early 19th century. These outings not only help to improve student’s language skills, but also their general cultural knowledge. To help enrich student’s everyday life in Paris and accelerate their acquisition of the language, PCA also provides individual French tutoring.
Justin deLima, Study Abroad at PCA Student Exhibit, EOF Gallery
* skeleton key
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CULTURAL PARTNERSHIPS Paris College of Art has relationships with many of the greatest cultural institutions in Paris through which our students have exclusive access to library resources, studio facilities, internships, and research opportunities.
Partnerships / Career Services
photo: © Mathilde Roussel
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PCA has privileged partnerships with the following institutions. • Centre National d’Art et de Culture Georges Pompidou and Bibliothèque Kandinsky • Les Arts Décoratifs and Bibliothèque des Arts Décoratifs • IDEM Gallery and printing studio • École Lesage • Université Paris I / Panthéon Sorbonne • Centre de Recherche du Château de Versailles For more information visit the Partnerships section of our website: www.paris.edu
photo: © Philippe Migeat, Centre Pompidou
CORPORATE PARTNER PROJECTS AND CAREER SERVICES PCA stresses the value of networking as a vital tool to starting one’s career. Internships, through which students further their creative capabilities and are introduced to the professional aspects of their chosen areas of study, are an integral part of all of our academic programs. The Career Services Office and faculty in each department develop relationships in the industry to create internship opportunities and develop corporate projects for students. Corporate partnership projects give students an invaluable opportunity to showcase their ingenuity to corporate executives and such opportunities can lead to job offers and help students expand their professional contacts. Through participation in job search skills workshops (including resume & cover letter writing), projects, and internships Study Abroad at PCA students gain great insight into the professional market and develop job search skills geared toward working in Europe.
photo: © Olivier Thomas
Partnerships / Career Services
RECENT CORPORATE PARTNER PROJECTS FABRICA Fabrica, Benetton’s communication research center, invited Communication Design students to create animations for their Live Window Project that were put on display in Benetton flagship stores in Barcelona, Munich and Milan. AMERICAN RETRO In 2012 the Creative Director of American Retro challenged our Fashion students to design a mini-collection. American Retro offered three project winners an internship in their design studio and the first place winner is having one of her looks produced and commercialized by American Retro.. PARIS DESIGN WEEK Paris Design Week showcases new design innovations to the public. In 2012, PCA students had the opportunity to participate actively in the event’s week-long activities by giving design tours to international visitors all around the city.
STUDY ABROAD AT PCA STUDENTS RECENTLY COMPLETED INTERNSHIPS AT THE FOLLOWING COMPANIES • Alexander Wang • Architecture Bush • Diane von Furstenberg • Kenzo • Oscar de la Renta • Phillip Lim • Reed Krakoff • Paris Design Week / Maison et Objets • Seymour Projects • Muzéo Interior Design “I worked for Alexander Wang during the Womenswear Paris Fashion Week in March, and for 3.1 Phillip Lim Menswear Paris Fashion Week in June…I got to see firsthand how a company prepares for the run up for a fashion show and how the business is run in terms of selling to potential buyers. Doing these internships has helped me think about my career and has gotten me excited about my future in the fashion industry.”
top: Fabrica Installation at Benetton Store in Milan, video still - right: America Retro project winner, Maram Aboul Enein, Fashion Design, Junior
Ailis Mara, Study Abroad at PCA student
from National College of Art and Design, Ireland
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EXCHANGE NETWORK SCHOOLS Vancouver, BC, CANADA
Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Toronto, ON, CANADA
Ontario College of Art and Design
Rhode Island, RI, USA
Rhode Island School of Design
Seoul, South Korea Hongik University
Kansas City, MO, USA
Kansas City Art Institute
New York, NY, USA
School of Visual Arts
Philadelphia, PA, USA New Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C
National Taiwan University of Arts
University of the Arts
Baltimore, MD, USA
Maryland Institute College of Art
Lima, PERU
Corriente Alterna Escuela
Sydney, AUSTRALIA
Exchange Network Schools
Sydney College of the Arts
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Melbourne, AUSTRALIA
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
Universidad de Belgrano
Stockholm, SWEDEN
Konstfack
Glasgow, SCOTLAND
The Glasgow School of Art
Helsinki, FINLAND
Copenhagen, DENMARK
Aalto University School of Art & Design
Danmarks Designskole
Dublin, IRELAND
Rotterdam, NETHERLANDS
National College of Art & Design
Wimbledon, ENGLAND
Wimbledon College of Art
London, ENGLAND
Exchange Network Schools
Reykjavik, ICELAND
Iceland Academy of the Arts
Willem de Kooning Academy
Antwerp, BELGIUM
The Royal Academy for Fine Arts
Budapest, HUNGARY
Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design
Maholy-Nagy University of Art and Design
Zurich, SWITZERLAND Barcelona, SPAIN
Zurich University of the Arts
Elisava Escola Superior de Disseny
Jerusalem, ISRAEL
The Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design
Study Abroad at PCA is also open to students outside of our exchange network. Recently students have joined the program from:
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Art Center College of Design, USA American University, USA Bates College, USA Brown University, USA California College of Arts, USA Carnegie Mellon, USA Clark University, USA Colby-Sawyer College, USA College of Visual Arts, USA Columbia University, USA Columbia College Chicago, USA Copenhagen School of Design & Technology, Denmark Corcoran College of Art & Design, USA Cornell University, USA Georgetown University, USA George Washington University, USA Hamilton College, USA Kansas City Art Institute, USA
Minneapolis College of Art & Design, UK Oxford University, UK Pratt Institute, USA Reed College, USA Sage College of Albany, USA Sarah Lawrence College, USA School of the Art Institute of Chicago, USA School of the Museum of Fine Arts, USA Stanford University, USA Tulane University, USA University of Monterrey, Mexico University of California Los Angeles, USA University of Massachusetts, USA University of Michigan, USA University of the Arts London, UK Vassar College, USA Virginia Commonwealth University, USA Yale University, USA 13
Ebony Dallas
STUDENT INTERVIEW
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Sage College of Albany, USA
in the Tuileries
How has your Study Abroad at PCA experience affected your work?
I was able to take courses in different departments which allowed me to interact with students working in a range of disciplines from different backgrounds with varied motivations and experiences. I was encouraged to explore a variety of media and I learned to experiment without the harness of standard approaches.
Of the projects you did at Paris College of Art, which is your favorite?
My Sophomore Illustration Concepts project “Be your own Superhero” was my favorite. I chose to experiment with rotoscope animation and produced a spoken word reflection of the concept. It was a rewarding challenge!
What is your favorite hang-out in Paris?
I love strolling along the serene Quai Anatole France near the Musée d’Orsay with the view of the Seine. But my favorite hang-out would have to be in the metro. Sometimes I would remain after my stop and write poetry, sketch, and absorb my surroundings.
Was it hard to adapt to life in Paris?
I believe I adapted pretty well, although for the first few days I was nervous. Through my class trips to museums and gallery exhibitions I had the opportunity to view interesting works while becoming familiar with the city through trial and error.
Has Paris changed you?
Yes, definitely! I was able to become more independent - gallery hopping, grocery shopping, commuting and finding my way, despite my language deficiency, while experiencing French culture. Most importantly, I was able to grow and discover myself as an artist and as an individual.
What advice would you give to a student just starting out?
Explore, get lost and don’t stress over it, enjoy the feeling!
STUDY ABROAD AT PCA PORTFOLIO
Ellinor Brännström, Stockholm University, Sweden Fashion Design
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Niklas Sandstrom, Aalto University School of Art and Design, Finland Photography
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Celina Leroy, Maryland Institute College of Art, USA Fine Arts
Marnie Shanahan, Sydney College of the Arts, Australia Fine Arts
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Gabriella Demczuk , George Washington University, USA Photography
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Angelica Alzona, Rhode Island School of Design, USA Illustration
top left: Courtney Leverette, Pitzer College, USA / Fashion top right and bottom: Leetal Platt, New York University, USA / Fashion
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STUDENT LIFE The cultural diversity of Paris College of Art combined with our location at the crossroads of Europe makes studying here a uniquely rich experience for young artists and designers. Student life is a blend of structured classes, studio time and extracurricular events including guest speakers, gallery openings, social gatherings and the discovery of the world beyond the walls of the school. “I love being so close to so many different countries. When I leave, I'll miss how easy it is to travel around Europe.” Fuji Dresken, Study Abroad at PCA student from California College of the Arts, USA
Student Life
left: Creative & Experimental Drawing Workshop top: PCA Halloween Party
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Drawing upon the infinite resources the city has to offer the Student Life Office and Study Abroad Office organize special events including: evening outings to the theatre; museum, gallery and professional atelier visits; and weekend trips around Europe and in France. Recent student trips have included biking in the Loire Valley, visiting the Christmas markets in Bruges, exploring the art scene in Brussels, as well as excursions to nearby Giverny, Chantilly and Versailles. “It was a very interesting and exciting experience to get to go to the opera at Versailles. Walking through the halls at night seeing the old castle from the inside and sensing the atmosphere was incredible. The show was amus-
ing and entertaining and the costumes were beautiful.” Patrick S. Niemann, Study Abroad at PCA student from Copenhagen School of Design & Technology, Denmark
French Family Dinner: Every semester, Study Abroad at PCA students have the opportunity to spend an evening with a French family enjoying a home-cooked French dinner. “The French Family Dinner was definitely a valuable experience. I learned a lot about the French culture and especially the cuisine they enjoy. Particularly, the way French enjoy different kinds of cheese and how to eat them. It is interesting to experience a glimpse of the European lifestyle. I had a great time exchanging conversation about each other’s cultures.” Alex Kwok, Study Abroad at PCA student from Simon Fraser University, Canada
STUDENT LIFE OFFICE An important resource for students, the Student Life Office is both the center of student activities and a support network that helps students navigate the many practical aspects of life in Paris. The orientation program provides a week-long introduction to the French capital as well as an opportunity to meet fellow classmates, faculty and staff who form the school community. Student Life Counselors help stu-
Student Life
dents obtain residence permits (titres de séjour) and advise on such practical matters as banking, telephone and transportation systems, and also insurance and medical referrals. Study Abroad at PCA students must subscribe to French Social Security while in Paris, which provides very comprehensive health care coverage and to which they can add a complementary health insurance for a very reasonable cost. The Student Life office helps students find English speaking doctors and manage the administrative aspects of health care coverage. “You were always so helpful and we study abroad students could always count on you. Your welcoming attitude and involvement in study abroad student excursions was really an enjoyable experience.” Genevieve Lemoine, Study Abroad at PCA
student from Maryland Institute College of Art, USA
HOUSING For students who are new to Paris, finding a place to live here can be both exciting and challenging. The Student Life office provides several different housing options, designed to accommodate students' needs, preferences and budgets. Whether students wish to live in dormitory housing, in homestays or in independent apartments, Student Life provides individualized support in securing housing and settling in Paris. MEALS Paris is renowned for its food, and most PCA students take advantage of the city’s vast culinary offerings by preparing meals at home, eating in local restaurants or from take-
away shops in the neighborhood of the school. Additionally, through the CROUS, a public establishment of the French Ministry of Education, students have access to four restaurants and twenty university cafeterias where they can have a three-course meal for lunch or dinner for as little as three euros. SUPPORT SERVICES Learning Resources and Access At Paris College of Art, we aim to provide a quality learning environment for all our students and through our access initiative address the needs of students with disabilities. By making resources available to students of different abilities and through methods of assessment that are flexible enough to adapt to students’ individual needs, we strive to aid those with learning difficulties to achieve their full potential. On-Campus Counselor Students experiencing difficulty adjusting to life in Paris, in need of help with time management, and other personal matters can meet with the school’s psychologist for one-on-one counseling sessions on a completely confidential basis.
PCA Halloween Party
The Research and Writing Lab The Research and Writing Lab provides supplementary support for students working on written projects in the English language. Through individual appointments and periodic workshops, students receive coaching on all aspects of the writing process, from content and structuring to research and documentation.
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LIBRARIES / RESEARCH RESOURCES UNIVERSITÉ DE PARIS 1 PANTHÉON – SORBONNE
BIBLIOTHÈQUE KANDINSKY AT THE CENTRE POMPIDOU
Paris College of Art students have access to one of the most prestigious research facilities in social science, art and design in France. Students may receive guidance and support for research and development of their theses, as well as attend seminars and conferences.
Centre de Documentation et de Recherche du Musée National d’Art Moderne - Centre de Création Industrielle. Originally reserved for museum curators, under specific conditions the library exceptionally allows PCA students access to the collection, with the academic supervision of our instructors.
CENTRE DE RECHERCHE DU CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES The collaboration between the CRCV and PCA allows our students to access the research tools of the CRCV and provides guidance and support for their research. THE AMERICAN LIBRARY OF PARIS
Libraries / Research Resources
photo: © Georges Méguerditchian, Bibliothèque Kandinsky
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PCA students have access to the American Library of Paris, which houses a collection of more than 115,000 books, CD-ROM indexes, a periodicals collection of 450 titles (some of which date back to the 19th century) and over 350 current periodicals.
BIBLIOTHÈQUE DES ARTS DÉCORATIFS Demonstrating the school’s commitment to research in art and design, PCA supports the Bibliothèque des Arts Décoratifs through an annual donation dedicated to acquisitions for the collection. This partnership gives our community privileged access to the library’s resources.
top: Les Arts Décoratifs
Exhibitions & Events / Guest Lectures
EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS PCA GALLERIES The PCA Galleries are a vital component of the school, and offer a showcase for artists of all genres. As part of the institution’s cultural mission, the PCA Galleries present the work of local and international painters, sculptors, illustrators, photographers, and installation/multimedia artists as well as student work from all the departments.
“I will always remember the Fashion Show in the Cirque d’Hiver. It was really exciting and I was so happy I got a chance to be a part of it.” Ailis Mara, Study Abroad at PCA student
from National College of Art and Design, Ireland
GUEST LECTURES
ANNUAL END-OF-YEAR SHOW The PCA End-of-Year Show is a visual culmination of student work from each department, including Communication Design, Illustration, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Foundation, Photography, and Design Management. FASHION SHOW The 2012 Fashion Show, for which Jean-Charles de Castelbajac was the President, was held in a truly extraordinary venue: the Cirque d'Hiver de Paris - a preferred venue of Jean-Paul Gaultier, Kenzo and other top designers. The Fashion Design students produced a runway show and exhibited their work for all invitees, including members of the press.
Every academic department organizes guest lectures open to the whole community. Recent lecturers include: Jonathan Barnbrook art director & typographer David Carson art director / graphic designer Geneviève Gauckler illustrator/art director Marc Jacobs fashion designer Gabriele Pezzini designer/thinker, design consultant, formerly of Hermès Carine Roitfeld former editor-in-chief, French Vogue Evan Roth digital designer and artist Marjane Satrapi writer, illustrator, film maker, Persepolis
PCA Fashion Show, 2012
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STUDY ABROAD AT PCA PROGRAM CURRICULUM PCA offers an extraordinary Study Abroad program for college sophomores and juniors (2nd and 3rd year of a four-year Bachelors degree program), or those with undergraduate degrees who wish to spend a semester or year experiencing the art, design, and culture of Paris. Studying full-time Study Abroad at PCA students choose classes from our departmental offerings as well as classes specifically developed for the Study Abroad at PCA students community. Depending on what type of classes a student wishes to take at PCA, he/she selects to enter the Studio, Photography, Management of Design or Critical Studies Concentration. STUDIO CONCENTRATION • Communication Design • Fashion Design • Fine Arts • Illustration Students investigate the medium or media of their choice and an individual’s program could include classes from any and all majors, upon final approval of the Department Heads involved. PHOTOGRAPHY CONCENTRATION This concentration is for those who wish to explore primarily the medium of photography during their time at PCA.
Study Abroad At PCA Program Curriculum
MANAGEMENT OF DESIGN CONCENTRATION Investigating the intersections between management and design, the students take courses primarily in the department of Design Management.
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CRITICAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION Those interested in pursuing Critical Studies and Art History coursework apply for Critical Studies Concentration.
“I was able to take courses in different departments which allowed me to interact with students working in a range of disciplines from different backgrounds with varied motivations and experiences. I was encouraged to explore a variety of media and I learned to experiment without the harness of standard approaches.” Ebony Dallas, Study Abraod at PCA student from Sage College of Albany, NY, USA
The American Educational Credit System PCA offers programs based on the American system of education. Study Abraod at PCA students earn academic credit for courses they successfully complete. Credit load is calculated based on the number of in-class hours and the amount of homework required. Credits are differentiated into: studio credits for classes that require the creation of artwork; departmental credits for courses that contain material relevant to a student's major; critical studies / art history credit for classes emphasizing the development of critical, analytical, and writing skills. Critical Studies comprise Art and Design History, Social Sciences, Cultural Studies, French and English. Study Abroad at PCA students must take a minimum of 12 credits (4 to 6 courses) and may take up to 19 credits (6 to 8 courses) per semester. Please note: 1 American Credit is equal to .5 ECTS, therefor European students who need to take 30 ECTS per semester will need to take a minimum of 15 credits per semester (about 5 to 7 courses) at PCA. An 18 credit semester course load equals approximately 20 hours in class + 20 hours of homework per week. For more information about specific course offerings, visit our online course catalog: mon.paris. edu/ics/students/course-offerings.jnz
Photography Junior
Illustration Junior
Corcoran College
Rhode Island School of Deisgn (RISD) Junior Painting II
2
Drawing for Photography & Cinema II
2
Studio Concepts II
3
Photography and Other Arts
2
Creative & Experimental Drawing
2
Digital Photography Lab II
3
Contemporary Printmaking
2
Junior Seminar II
3
Paris Inside/Out
1
Constructed Realities
2
French I
3
Perspectives in Gender Studies
3
Total Credits
13
Total Credits
15
Graphic Design 3rd Year
Study Abroad At PCA Program Curriculum
SAMPLE STUDY ABROAD AT PCA STUDENT CURRICULA FROM 2011-12
Communications Junior
Aalto University
Fordham University
Information Design
2
Design II
4
Interactive Multimedia
3
Fashion Collection Management
3
Form: Core Lab
2
History of Fashion II
3
Collab II
4
Intro to Digital Photo & Lighting II
2
Poster Graphics
2
Digital Skills & Composition II
3
Web II
2
Paris Inside/Out
1
Total Credits
15
Total Credits
16
Interdisciplinary Sculpture Junior
Design Management, Junior
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
Parsons The New School for Design
Interactive Multimedia
2
Design IV
2
Junior Sculpture II
3
Macro Economics
3
4D Studio II
3
Managing Creative Organizations
3
Garment Construction II
3
Business Ethics
3
Art Since 1900 II
3
Fashion Collection Management
3
French II
3
Design Entrepreneurship
3
Total Credits
17
Total Credits
17
Fashion Design Junior
Practice of Art/ Interdisciplinary Field Studies Junior
NCAD Ireland
UC Berkeley
Junior Design Studio II
3
Junior Sculpture II
3
Digital Fashion Studio II
2
Creative & Experimental Drawing
2
Collection Concept Development II
2
Ceramics
3
Fashion Drawing IV
2
Survey of World Art and Design II
3
Intro to Digital Photo & Lighting II
2
Black & White Photography II
3
Surface Treatments on Fabric
2
French IV: Advanced Conversation
3
Printmaking for Fashion
2
Total Credits
17
Advanced Sewing Techniques
2
Total Credits
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APPLY TO STUDY ABROAD AT PCA I. COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION Complete the application in the "Apply" section of mon.paris.edu. The site will lead you through the process of applying; you will be required to provide personal and educational information and identify the program for which you are applying. Within two business days after submitting your application, you will receive a login and password that will allow you to keep track of the status of your application. Please follow the instructions on: mon.paris.edu to pay the application fee. Should you be unable to access the online application, you may download a paper version from our website and submit the credit card authorization form to pay the application fee. II. SUBMIT THE PERSONAL STATEMENT ESSAY Write a one-page statement that describes the work of an artist(s), photographer(s), design business(es), design manager(s), art historian, or designer(s) that inspires you. Also briefly describe why you would like the opportunity to pursue an education in art and design at PCA. III. SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS OF PREVIOUS STUDIES Send university transcripts to the Admissions Office, those who have completed less than two years of full-time study at another university, secondary school transcripts are required as well.
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IV. SUBMIT TEST SCORES: SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS
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All applicants for whom English is not their native language must submit results of either the TOEFL exam (the Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The minimum scores required for regular admission are: 92 on the TOEFL IBT exam or 6.5 band score on the IELTS exam. To obtain registration information and the earliest possible test dates for the TOEFL exam, visit www.ets.org. Our institution code is 8217. To find testing centers and register for the IELTS, visit www.ielts.org. Request that your score be sent directly to PCA.
V. SUBMIT A COURSE REQUEST / PRE-APPROVAL FORM The form must be completed by the student and home institution adviser. Select courses from PCA course offerings. The most up-to-date course offerings list can be found on http://mon.paris.edu/ICS/ Students/Course_Offerings.jnz Please note that elective courses offering may change from one semester to the next. VI. SUBMIT APPLICATION MATERIALS BY CONCENTRATION: Studio Concentration Submit 10-20 examples of your work that shows your readiness to undertake the studies for which you are applying. Your work should demonstrate drawing skills, conceptual skills, individuality, experimentation, and sensitivity regarding color. Photography Concentration In your portfolio, your work should demonstrate conceptual skills; technical skills (exposure, lighting, printing, etc.); individuality –(work created outside of school); experimentation (the ability to explore multiple and different processes and materials); sensitivity regarding color; knowledge and use of composition; perspective; focus; and depth of field. Management of Design Concentration Write a one-page (500 words) essay analyzing a well-designed everyday object or product, building, publication, advertisement or software. Explain why you think this item is well designed. You may consider such issues as the purpose and effectiveness, sustainability and environmental impact, as well as the social implications of the object. Please include a visual reference of what you analyzed in the Add Media section of the online application. Critical Studies Concentration Write a one-page (500 words) critique of a recent contemporary art or design exhibition you visited.
The Admissions Committee’s decision on applications is based upon evaluation of school transcripts, test scores, the Portfolio / Design Analysis Essay / Critical Studies Essay, and the Personal Statement. Each applicant is reviewed individually with regard to his or her own experience, academic achievement and potential for artistic growth. PCA seeks creative, academically responsible, and highly motivated applicants. ADMISSIONS DECISIONS The Admissions Committee will review an application once all required materials are received. Decisions are immediately mailed by post as well as sent via email. The status of the decision is also updated on our web portal. All materials submitted to the Admissions Office, including the portfolio, transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc. become the property of PCA and will not be returned to the applicant. ACCEPTED APPLICANTS
ALL TRANSCRIPT DOCUMENTS MUST BE:
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ADMISSION CRITERIA
• Written in English or be accompanied by
an official translation into English • Printed on secure transcript paper or on the letterhead of the school (not a copy) • Stamped with the school seal or other official marking • Notarized, signed or sent electronically by a school official (registrar, dean, counselor, etc.).
OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS MUST CONTAIN:
• Name and address of the school • Student’s name (must appear on every page of the transcript)
• Dates of attendance • Degree awarded, if any, and the date degree was conferred
• Names of individual courses completed • Number of contact hours per week for each course • Length of the term • Grade or evaluation received for each course • Grading scale (i.e.: A = Excellent, F = Failure) or a description of the grading system.
Admitted applicants receive information about housing, tuition and fees and other important matters in the online “Welcome Packet” that can be accessed on our web portal. The Admissions Committee’s decision to admit an applicant is contingent upon successful completion of any ongoing studies and on the receipt of the final transcripts for those studies (see “Official Transcripts” below). DEFERRING ADMISSION Students can defer their date of entry for up to one year. To defer entry, a letter requesting a new entry date and describing the applicant’s plans must be sent to the Admissions Office. A non-refundable tuition deposit may be requested to guarantee space availability for a future semester.
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OTHER STUDY ABROAD OPTIONS AT PCA CUPA
SUMMER AT PCA
Since its’ founding in 1963, the singular mission of the Center for University Programs Abroad (CUPA) has been to provide the highest quality study abroad experience to American college students in Paris. The program, conducted entirely in French with no instruction in English, provides all students with an advanced immersion orientation at CUPA before beginning their courses in the French universities. While providing a home base and a comforting structure, CUPA students are directly matriculated, do the same type of work as their French counterparts, and are strongly encouraged to participate in numerous activities in the Parisian context. This program is a great study abroad program for students interested in French immersion.
The Summer Program at Paris College of Art offers an exciting set of courses with a modern edge in the historically and artistically rich city of Paris. In these two, four and six-week long courses, introductory through advanced level students will explore art, design, business, culture, and language. A European based faculty comprised of professional artists and designers guide students through the colorful streets and neighborhoods of Paris. Through field trips to museums, studios, boutiques, and design organizations, students take advantage of the abundant resources the city has to offer; Paris serves as both a subject matter and a source of inspiration. Studio work, lectures, and independent research projects allow students to develop new skills, refine their understanding of art and design, and create portfolio pieces for college or graduate school admissions.
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For more information, visit cupa.paris.edu.
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ATELIER OF ART Established in 2008, the Atelier of Art is the only art preparation program taught entirely in French and English in France. The singular pedagogical mission of this program is to help young artists and designers access the appropriate degree program for the career of their choice. This year-long non-credit course prepares students for the challenges of higher education in art and design, and for the rigorous entry requirements of top-level institutions. The course offers suitable preparation for programs both in France and abroad (specifically in the US and Europe), providing an artistic education based on the acquisition of fundamental techniques for visual expression, artistic reflection, creative language, and the development of a personal style. Atelier of Art is a great gap-year program option. For more information, visit www.atelier.paris.edu
For more information on Summer at PCA visit www.paris.edu
Tuition & Scholarships
TUITION & SCHOLARSHIPS Estimated Expenses in Euros by Semester
Tuition
Health Insurance
Housing during Orientation (optional) Housing
Personal / Meals
Books and supplies
Local transportation TOTAL
12,800 € 200 €
400 €
3,600 €
2,000 € 688 € 155 €
19,843 €
Students coming from exchange partners should see their home campus counselors for details about tuition costs and payment. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY ABROAD AT PCA STUDENTS: It is PCA’s mission to provide qualified visiting students from around the world with the opportunity to study in Paris, regardless of their economic background. PCA offers scholarships to Study Abroad at PCA students by which the home institution’s tuition, fees, and scholarships are matched. To qualify, students must submit official documentation of all financial assistance they currently receive to fund their studies. Documents are reviewed by a separate Financial Assistance Committee, and have no bearing on the student’s admissions application review. Documents must be sent by the following deadlines for review by the Financial Assistance Committee: November 1st for Spring applications. February 1st for Fall applications. Questions about the program, the application process and the financial assistance opportunities should be directed to: Study Abroad at PCA: studyabroad@paris.edu
© 2012 / AFAD / Paris College of Art. Les informations contenues dans ce catalogue sont, dans la mesure possible, à jour au moment de la publication, mais peuvent être sujettes à des changements sans préavis. L’Association Franco-Américaine de Design / Paris College of Art se réserve le droit de changer les informations contenues dans ce catalogue, y compris les informations ayant trait aux frais de scolarité, procédures, programme académique, nom des cours, cours proposés, activités académiques, niveau requis, installations et ressources, professeurs, et employés (liste non exhaustive). Outre un enseignement académique, l’institution offre à ses étudiants des ressources importantes pour les aider à intégrer le domaine de leur choix après leurs études, notamment, mais pas exclusivement, des conseils d’orientation, des possibilités de réseautage et opportunités de stage, des préparations d’entretien, de CV et de dossiers artistiques ; cependant, l’Association Franco-Américaine de Design / Paris College of Art ne garantit en aucun cas, de façon tacite ou non tacite, la réussite professionnelle des étudiants en tant qu’artiste, photographe, designer, ou manager des industries culturelles. Tout étudiant ayant payé les frais de scolarité ou étant présent à n’importe quel cours est réputé avoir accepté les termes et conditions ci-dessus énoncées. © 2012 / AFAD / Paris College of Art. This catalog is a guide, the information it contains is, as far as possible, up-to-date at the time of publishing, but is subject to alteration without notice. The Association Franco-Américaine de Design / Paris College of Art reserves the right to change any matter contained in this publication, including but not limited to tuition, fees, policies, degree programs, names of programs, course offerings, academic activities, academic requirements, facilities, faculty, and administrators. In addition to a university education, the institution offers its students significant resources to help them enter the art and design field of their choice postgraduation, including, but not limited to, career counseling, networking and internship opportunities, interviewing skills, and resume and portfolio reviews; however, the Association Franco-Américaine de Design / Paris College of Art makes no guarantee, expressed or implied, regarding an individual student’s success entering the job market as an aspiring artist, photographer, designer or design manager. Payment of tuition or attendance at any classes shall constitute a student's acceptance of the administration's rights as set forth above.
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