Imagine turning your stories into films, your ideas into moving images, and your creativity into a professional career in cinema and television. At 3iS, one of Europe’s leading schools for film and audiovisual education, we guide you on a transformative journey to become the next generation of international directors, screenwriters, and producers.
France has a long-standing legacy in cinema and the arts, renowned worldwide for its creativity, technical expertise, and influential film industry. Studying at 3iS places you at the heart of this tradition while giving you hands-on experience to thrive in today’s global market.
Our approach is built on practical learning: from day one, you’ll create, experiment, and collaborate in real production environments. Guided by professional filmmakers and industry experts, you’ll gain practical skills, explore innovative techniques, and develop the professional mindset needed to succeed internationally.
At 3iS, your passion becomes your craft, your craft connects you to a global industry, and your future begins here.
French state recognition by the French Ministry of Education
At a glance
Duration
3 Years
Languages
English
Next intake
September 2026
Pace
Full Time
Campus
Paris
Study format
On-Campus
Tuition fees
11500 € per year
Application deadline
Jul 2026
1st year – Foundation year
Step into the world of filmmaking and television with a solid foundation.
Students explore the essential concepts, techniques, and creative workflows of the industry, gaining hands-on experience across all stages of production. This year builds the creative and technical base needed to thrive in advanced training.
2nd year – Skills development
In filmmaking, it’s not just what you know—it’s what you can do. This year, students develop practical skills across all major industry areas while choosing a specialization: Cinematography, Editing, or Production. Through projects, workshops, and collaborative assignments, students learn to turn ideas into professional-quality work.
3rd year – Professionalization
The final year bridges study and career. The first semester focuses on television production, while the second emphasizes cinema, with advanced techniques, professional workflows, and real-world projects. Students graduate having demonstrated the professional competence, creativity, and versatility required to enter the global film and TV industry.
At 3iS, hands-on experience is at the heart of our teaching approach. Throughout the three-year program, students write, produce, and direct a variety of films, working in teams and taking on different roles for each project. This collaborative, practical approach ensures students graduate with real-world experience and a professional portfolio.
1st year – Foundations in filmmaking
2nd year – Developing skills across formats
3rd year – Professional projects
Each project is designed to strengthen creativity, technical expertise, and teamwork, preparing students for professional careers in the film and TV industry.
Why 3iS?
As France’s leading school for the creative industries, 3iS combines hands-on learning, expert faculty, and cutting-edge facilities. Studying in France—home to one of the world’s richest cinematic traditions—offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, create, and launch your career in a country renowned for its artistic excellence.
Practical experience is a key part of your journey at 3iS:
Students are encouraged to gain real-world experience in the film and TV industry. Erasmus+ scholarships are available for those who choose to complete their internships abroad, giving you the chance to expand your professional network internationally.
Each semester, students earn 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits, for a total of 180 ECTS across the three-year program.
Graduates receive the Diplôme d’Études Supérieures en Techniques de l’Image et du Son (DESTIS, Graduate Degree in Image and Sound Techniques), a professional bachelor’s degree officially recognized by the French Ministry of Education. Tailored for the global film, television, and creative industries, this degree equips students with hands-on expertise, advanced technical skills, and professional insight. DESTIS graduates are prepared to thrive in international careers, whether as directors, producers, editors, or audiovisual specialists, and to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of creative industries worldwide.
Each semester, students earn 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits, for a total of 180 ECTS across the three-year program.
Graduates receive the Diplôme d’Études Supérieures en Techniques de l’Image et du Son (DESTIS, Graduate Degree in Image and Sound Techniques), a professional bachelor’s degree officially recognized by the French Ministry of Education. Tailored for the global film, television, and creative industries, this degree equips students with hands-on expertise, advanced technical skills, and professional insight. DESTIS graduates are prepared to thrive in international careers, whether as directors, producers, editors, or audiovisual specialists, and to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of creative industries worldwide.
