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The Bordeaux Campus

In the heart of Bordeaux's student district

phone +33556400055
Mail contact@esma-bordeaux.com
Address 2 Parvis Gattebourse - 33800 Bordeaux
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The campus

ESMA Bordeaux: an innovative campus on the banks of the Garonne!

Bordeaux is a vibrant city offering students a high quality of life, a dynamic cultural scene, and growing opportunities in creative industries.

In 2023, ESMA opened its 3D Animation School in the Euratlantique business and innovation district, a prime location that connects students to a professional and innovative environment. The campus offers specialized training in 3D animation and video game design, preparing students for careers in the ever-evolving creative sector.

Looking for a 3D Animation school in Bordeaux? ESMA combines expert teaching, modern facilities, and a supportive community to help you achieve your goals in animation and game design.

Our trainings

Training courses available in bordeaux

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    Entertainment
    Prep

    The Entertainment preparatory year, accessible to post-baccalaureate students, offers an in-depth immersion in the world of the visual arts, combining artistic exploration and technical learning.

    It is a key stage in mastering the fundamentals needed to pursue a course in 3D Animation and Special Effects, Video Games or Concept Art Illustration.

    Available in English, it is also aimed at international students who will be able to continue their studies in 3D Animation and Special Effects in English.

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  • 3D animation and VFX certification

    3D Animation & FX
    Program

    This course invites you to explore the entire creative and production process of animation. You will learn how to design projects artistically, from the initial idea to the final phase, bringing unique and captivating worlds to life.

    This course prepares you to organise and structure the production stages of an animated film, while mastering the tools needed for each phase.

    On completion of the course, you will be able to play a full part in the design of a film, coordinating the technical and artistic aspects to produce a work of professional quality.

    This course is also available in English for foreign students.

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  • Video Game
    Program

    Develop captivating mechanisms by mastering video game design techniques!

    If you’re looking for a game design school in Bordeaux, you’ve come to the right place! This new course, offered on the Bordeaux campus, will enable you to acquire skills in art direction, narrative design and game design, through a range of projects that go right up to the production of a video game as part of a group, in real-life production studio conditions.

    This diversity of skills gives you access to emerging and innovative fields, such as esports, which is currently experiencing dazzling growth.

    Ready to turn your passion into a career in the world of gaming?

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Train for a career in the image industry in an ambitious setting!

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Training for the image professions in an ambitious environment!

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ESMA Bordeaux welcomes its students to a 12,500m² campus

ESMA Bordeaux provides a learning environment designed to meet the goals of its students and the needs of the creative industries.

Opened in 2023 in Bordeaux’s evolving Euratlantique district, the campus focuses on eco-responsibility and social inclusion, offering students a supportive space for both personal and professional growth.

With modern classrooms, high-tech tools, a fitness room, and green spaces like terraces and gardens, the campus is built to help students succeed in 3D animation and video game design.

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Our accommodation

Student accommodation
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The Artemisia student residence is located at the heart of the ESMA Bordeaux campus.

The building, designed with eco-design and good living in mind, offers no fewer than 307 flats, reserved primarily for students at the ESMA and CinéCréatis creative schools.

To meet the daily needs of students, each flat – with an average surface area of 18m² – includes a kitchenette, ceramic hob, fridge, microwave and all the cooking equipment required.

A comfortable and friendly living environment

The rest of the accommodation includes a bed, television, desk and plenty of storage space for comfortable, functional living.

The common areas of the Artemisia Bordeaux residence are not to be outdone: as well as being able to take advantage of the fitness area, which is open to all, residents also have privileged access to the shared vegetable garden and the green terrace, which offers a place to relax and get together.

A green setting that will appeal to students looking for well-being and social interaction.

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Studying 3D Animation and video games in Bordeaux

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    Major players in the creative industries

    Bordeaux has established itself as a growing hub for entertainment and creative technologies. The arrival of Ubisoft in 2017 and its expansion to the city’s right bank, now hosting its largest studio in France, highlights Bordeaux’s commitment to becoming a key player in the digital and creative industries.

    Other notable names like Asobo Studio, creators of A Plague Tale: Innocence and Microsoft Flight Simulator, SolidAnim, specializing in animation and motion capture, and Sun Creature, a Danish animation company, contribute to Bordeaux’s reputation as a center of excellence for innovation in digital and creative technologies.

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    A dynamic offer, emblematic events

    On the cultural front, the city is celebrating its growing dynamism, marked by flagship events such as the Festival International des Arts de Bordeaux Métropole (FAB) and BAD+ (Bordeaux Art & Design).

    The inauguration of the MECA (Maison de l’économie créative et de la culture de la région Nouvelle-Aquitaine) and the Bassin des Lumières represents an important milestone, with these two venues becoming pillars of artistic creation and innovation in Bordeaux.

    Every year, the city hosts major events in the fields of digital creation and visual effects, such as Cartoon Movie, the Festival des Nuits Magiques and the Horizons video game forum. These not-to-be-missed events offer ESMA Bordeaux students unique opportunities to explore innovative art forms, expand their professional network and deepen their expertise in their chosen sectors!

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    Why Students Love Living in Bordeaux?

    Ranked as the 7th best student city in France (L’Etudiant 2021), Bordeaux offers an outstanding environment for young adults. Its prime location—close to the ocean, Basque Country, and Pyrenees—combined with its lively springtime atmosphere, scenic quays, and the charming Chartrons district, creates an ideal student setting.

    With a vibrant right bank, a wide variety of concerts, and dynamic festivals, Bordeaux has become a top destination for students, making it a cultural and educational hub in New Aquitaine.

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    Bikes, trams, trains: easier mobility

    Located just 2 km from Bordeaux Saint-Jean railway station, ESMA Bordeaux is perfectly positioned near key spots in the city. Close to the quays, boulevards, and the Simone Veil bridge, it provides easy access to Bordeaux’s main attractions.

    Getting around is simple, with cycling being a popular choice and a reliable tram and bus network connecting the entire city. For travel further afield, Bordeaux-Mérignac airport offers convenient access to both national and international destinations.

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