History
Founded in 1982 in Paris, IFA Paris has grown to become an international leader in fashion education. The school began by offering a Bachelor Fashion Design with the aim of combining the French fashion heritage with the modern, globalized world. It later expanded its curriculum to include fashion business, management and marketing.
Education
Why choose to study in Paris?
- Established global fashion education: Over 40 years of experience training future fashion professionals in both design and business.
- International environment: Students from around the world and programs taught in English and French give broad cultural exposure.
- Recognised and certified programs: Degrees are RNCP‑registered (equivalent to bachelor’s and master’s levels) and ranked among top fashion courses.
- Strategic locations: Study in the fashion capital Paris or at the vibrant Istanbul campus for global perspectives.
- Industry focus: Practical projects, internships, professional links and hands‑on learning prepare you for careers in fashion design, marketing and luxury business.
Career
- Graduates are prepared for careers in fashion design, fashion business, luxury brand management, marketing, e‑commerce, and product development.
- Programs integrate real-world projects and internships, providing practical experience to enter the fashion industry confidently.
- The school maintains strong industry partnerships, helping students access internships, apprenticeships, and job opportunities worldwide.
- Alumni have gone on to work for major fashion houses, luxury brands, and lifestyle companies, reflecting IFA Paris’ international reach and network.
- Career services include personalized guidance, portfolio support, and networking opportunities with professionals in the field.
Housing services
We have plenty of accommodation and housing partners and our very own housing platform, so no need to worry about this.
Library services
Yes, with huge collection of literature and media resources.
Medical services
International students are required to purchase health care.
Campus life
Our Paris campus is a creative haven and includes plenty of classrooms for patternmaking, draping and more. We allso have the library, cafeteria, computer rooms and more. We invite you to have a look at our 360 degree virtual campus tour: https://tourmake.it/fr/tour/09e8ea8fe917ac8f666bbbab49380413
Accreditation
IDEL, RNCP, SMBG, CampusFrance
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IFA Paris - International Fashion Academy Student Reviews & Awards
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fashion designer
With over 18 years of professional experience in the fashion industry and a Masters in Fashion Designing, I have gained deep knowledge of design, textiles, and consumer preferences. My role as Head of Department and Cultural Committee Chair has strengthened my leadership and organizational skills. I’ve also been actively involved in fashion shows, exhibitions, and branding activities. These experiences have prepared me to approach the Fashion Marketing program with confidence and purpose.
I haven't started yet
I have high expectations of that university because I've heard it's good. I'm currently in the process of preparing to apply for the master's degree.
The luxury of studying luxury
During my undergraduate studies in Istanbul Campus of IFA Paris i have faced a multitude of false promises that unmotivated and discouraged me as a learner. The quality of education i was ambitious to get was dropped by the teachers with low language proficiency, extremely small campus made of 7 classrooms and absolute lack of a student community. The number of on-campus students taking the same course never went higher than 10 people, and sometimes i was the only person in a classroom. Students were constantly denied of their residence permits and student affairs were incompetent to help them. At some point the university seemed like a money-laundry. The excessive advertisement was in sharp contrast with the actual studying environment. But as my friends and i were constantly bringing our issues up with the administration throughout the years, more professional teachers were hired and schedules were redesigned. The machinery in atelier almost always worked. The curriculum for BA Fashion Design was always irrelevant, inaccurate and ill-cited. As I started working in luxury fashion i realized that this industry is indeed a lot about advertising and my fashion school just approached education in the way that�s fashionable.
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