A leading French school for video game creation
France is one of the world’s top producers of video games, internationally recognized for its creative studios, artistic excellence, and innovation in design and storytelling.
At the intersection of art, technology, and interactivity, 3iS (Institut International de l’Image et du Son) trains future Game artists, Game designers, and developers to master every aspect of modern video game creation.
The Bachelor & Master’s in Video Game, taught entirely in English, offers international students access to French expertise and Europe’s thriving gaming ecosystem.
Through immersive, project-based learning, students acquire a complete understanding of the game production pipeline — from concept art and game design to programming, 3D modelling, and sound integration.
In 2025, 3iS was ranked 4th worldwide by The Rookies in the “Console Games” category.
At a glance
Duration
2 Years
Languages
English
Next intake
September 2026
Pace
Full Time
Campus
Study format
On-Campus
Tuition fees
11,500 € per year
Application deadline
28 Jul 2025
Year 1 – Game creation foundations (60 ECTS)
Creativity meets technology. Students begin with drawing fundamentals, visual composition, and colour theory, while learning the basics of gameplay design and prototyping.
Hands-on workshops introduce industry tools such as Photoshop, Substance Painter, Maya, Zbrush, and Unreal Engine.
Students learn how to design characters, environments, and interactive prototypes — gaining insight into professional production workflows.
Year 2 – Creation and Collaboration (60 ECTS)
This year focuses on real-time creation and team-based collaboration.
Students refine their skills in 2D/3D modelling, lighting, and game mechanics, working alongside engineers and developers to design playable experiences.
They collaborate across disciplines (animation, sound, VFX), developing a deeper understanding of production roles, pipelines, and creative teamwork.
Year 3 – Advanced production skills (60 ECTS)
Students consolidate their knowledge through collective projects that simulate professional production.
They design interactive environments, manage visual coherence, and supervise each stage of development: graphics, user interfaces, VFX, and gameplay design.
By the end of this year, students produce a fully playable demo and prepare to specialize at the master’s level.
Year 4 – Pre-production and Specialization (60 ECTS)
Students choose a specialization aligned with industry professions such as Character Artist, Game Designer, Environment Artist, Rigger, or Level Designer.
They take leadership roles in production teams and develop a Game Design Document (GDD), a visual bible, and a first playable prototype of their final project.
This stage validates the gameplay mechanics, artistic direction, and visual consistency, all evaluated by a professional jury.
Year 5 – Production and Professional experience (60 ECTS)
The final year focuses on production and post-production of the graduation game, integrating sound design and interactive media.
Students refine their specialization, build a professional portfolio, and gain real-world experience through a 3–6 month internship or their first industry contract.
A final jury presentation and career workshops (CV, portfolio, interview prep, LinkedIn coaching) ensure graduates are ready for the job market.
Throughout the program, students design and produce original video games in real studio conditions — from concept and prototyping to full production. Working in multidisciplinary teams, they create playable demos and a final graduation game presented before a professional jury. Each graduate leaves with a strong portfolio, a demo reel, and real industry experience.
Students train on the software and engines used in leading game studios:
Unity, Unreal Engine, Houdini, Blender, Maya, Substance Painter, Zbrush, Photoshop, and Nuke. They also gain experience with AR/VR tools, motion capture, and sound integration pipelines.
Upon completion of the program, students are awarded a state-recognized Master’s degree (RNCP Level 7).
Our dedicated Career Path program (“Parcours Pro”) supports students every step of the way, from training to professional success.
Graduates are equipped for a wide range of roles in the global gaming industry, including:
Game Designer, Level Designer, Game Artist, 3D Modeler, Technical Artist, Animator, Game Programmer, or Project Lead.
3iS alumni now work with top studios in France and abroad, contributing to games for console, PC, mobile, and VR/AR platforms.
Turn your passion for gaming into a creative career.
Join the Bachelor & Master’s in Video Game at 3iS Paris — and learn to build the worlds you imagine.
