Visual effects (VFX) are the art of illusion. Their credibility enriches storytelling and dramaturgy. Our curriculum offers a keen sense of observation and a solid cinematographic culture. This Master’s degree, created over 20 years ago, is recognized by the world’s leading creative studios. We are constantly enriching it with new know-how and technological tools that professionals already rely on (3D simulation, AI, real time, etc.).
Discover the program Discover the program3D animation combines creativity, sensitivity and technique. For artists in this field, the challenge lies in creating stylized universes to serve a story. Our program trains students to master CGI film production. They develop the art of creating and animating sets, objects and characters with finesse.
Discover the program Discover the programFor both adult and children’s series, 2D animation is making a strong comeback, requiring artistic adaptability and a particular sensitivity to storytelling. Mastery of drawing, color and perspective is the hallmark of our curriculum, which skilfully combines 2D artistic skills with mixed 2D/3D techniques. Our students also explore the latest technological innovations used on major productions (Klaus, Superman, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, etc.).
Discover the program Discover the programPart industry, part culture, part entertainment, video games are now recognized as a real art form. Our training program stands out for its professional immersion and its technical, analytical and creative approach to a market that has been booming for several decades.
Discover the program Discover the programARTFX is a private higher education institution. Offering a 5-year Master’s degree program with a State-recognised professional qualification, registered with the RNCP.
ARTFX continues to strengthen its international reputation in The Rookies 2026 rankings: #2 worldwide in Visual Effects (VFX), #5 in 2D Animation and #6 in 3D Animation in the Production Excellence category, as well as 24th in the Top 50 Creative Schools worldwide. In Console Games, ARTFX ranked #2 worldwide in 2025. These achievements reinforce ARTFX’s position among the world’s leading creative education institutions. Find out more
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In France, ARTFX ranks #1 in VFX and 2D Animation, and #1 (the only French school) in Production Excellence – VFX. It also ranks #4 among French schools for 3D Animation. The 2026 Animation Career Review rankings also place ARTFX 14th worldwide, 6th in Europe and 3rd in France among animation schools.
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These achievements reinforce ARTFX’s position among the world’s leading creative education institutions.
France’s first school in VFX, ARTFX was founded in 2004 by a team of passionate experts. Its leadership and teaching teams are made up of professionals from the film, visual effects, animation, and video game industries. Their close connexions with studios allow for a deep understanding of their needs. ARTFX is one of the few schools that has remained independent from private education group and thus keeps free in its pedagogical choices.
A pioneering sschool in its field, ARTFX also created its Community Ethics Charter, that formalizes our values for every member of the community.
Graduation Projects are the films and games produced by students in their final year at ARTFX. They are designed to showcase the full range of skills acquired throughout the program. They are regularly selected at international festivals, and have received numerous awards, including at the prestigious VES Awards, at PIDS ENGHIEN and at the Pégases (the Academy of Video Game Arts and Techniques).
These numerous distinctions and awards attest to a strong recognition of ARTFX’s know-how from industry professionals. They establish the artistic and technical rigor of students’ Graduation Projects, as well as the level of instruction across our schools and programs.
