Overview
ENSATT, the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts et Techniques du Theatre, is a French national drama and stagecraft school based in Lyon.
It trains students for the performing arts across ten courses: acting, performing arts administration, costume workshop, costume design, lighting design, sound design, technical direction, dramatic writing, directing and scenography. The school awards the Arts et Techniques du Theatre diploma, which carries the grade of Master and is registered at level 7 in the national RNCP register.
The initial course lasts three years and is open by competitive entrance exam to candidates holding at least two years of higher education, while professionals can follow a one-year route after an entrance examination. Pathways are designed to work together, so costume designers, workshop specialists, set designers, lighting and sound students collaborate on the productions staged by the school.
The school reports a professional integration rate of 100 percent for its costume workshop graduates, working as freelance performers' staff or on fixed-term and permanent contracts.
ENSATT also offers short professional training courses in administration, technical direction, costume, lighting, sound and scenography for people already working in live performance. International cooperation includes mobility placements in Brussels and joint projects such as the Lyon and Cairo scenography workshop.
Teaching is in French.
Location & Contact
Address, contact details, and online presence for ENSATT are summarised below.
Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for ENSATT are listed below.
Degrees
Specialised Master's Degree Technical Director for Performing Arts in partnership with INSA Lyon
Other 2 programs
- Performing Arts
- Theatre
Faculties & Divisions
Each of ENSATT's faculties and its subject areas are listed below.
Theatre Studies (Course/Programme) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Performing Arts
- Theatre
Programs Offered
Search and filter ENSATT's available programmes by degree level.
10 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Master's Degree 10 programmes
Scholarships in France
Funding options available to students studying in France, alongside ENSATT's costs.
How to apply to ENSATT
How to apply to ENSATT — a five-step structure.
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Identify the right programme
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. ENSATT offers 10 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Check entry requirements
Each programme at ENSATT has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Prepare your application documents
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Submit via the institution
Apply directly via ENSATT's online portal at www.ensatt.fr. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Get in touch with admissions
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about ENSATT
Common questions about ENSATT, answered from data on record.
In which city is ENSATT?
ENSATT is based in Lyon, France.
Is ENSATT public or private?
ENSATT is a public institution.
Is ENSATT officially recognised?
Yes, ENSATT is recognised by Ministry of Culture; Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.
Where can I learn more about ENSATT?
You can find ENSATT online at www.ensatt.fr.
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