SWITZERLAND | LAUSANNE

OVERVIEW OF THE INSTITUTION

CANVAS is a Swiss institution specialised in fashion and graphic design. It is based in Lausanne (the Swiss Olympic City). Founded more than 25 years ago, the institution has gained an outstanding reputation for its visual arts programmes. It offers a wide range of courses, including in fashion design, graphic design, illustration and publication, and fashion management. Mixing theory with practice, students learn to master disciplines in their entirety. One of the strengths at CANVAS is the possibility of an individualised student program.

The pedagogical approach is focused on the individual, teachers accompany students to the realisation of their personal projects and ambitions.

In direct interactivity with companies, the CANVAS school allows students to participate in many projects related to the outside world. A unique experience allowing them to open up to the world of work and create their own professional network. At the end of their course, graduates are able to impose themselves professionally in their respective fields.

FEDE MEMBER – N° 184

Year of membership: 1997

PROGRAMMES AND DEGREES

Other programmes and certificates offered by the institution

  • Foundation Degrees
  • Bachelor’s
  • Master’s

LANGUAGES OF INSTRUCTION

  • French
  • English

STRENGTHS OF THE INSTITUTION

  • Personalised programmes and individual supervision
  • Experienced, student-focused teachers who are experts in their fields
  • Opportunity to participate in international competitions and gain visibility
  • Brand launch platform for graduates
  • Year-round multidisciplinary labs and workshops held by visiting experts
  • Internships with our partners offer valuable work experience
  • Academic exchanges with partner institutions
  • Junior Enterprise opportunities provide an early career boost

KEY FIGURES:

  • Year founded: 1997.
  • Number of events per year: 4 – 5

Accreditations and quality certifications other than those of the FEDE: Swiss Label

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Avenue de Sévelin 46, 1004 Lausanne, Switzerland
  • +41 (0) 21 311 29 19
  • +41 (0) 78 825 54 83

For your pre-registration

CAMPUS LIFE

  • On-campus events: fashion show
  • Cultural events: trips to museums
  • Group workshops: exhibitions

REGIONAL INFORMATION

Transport:

  • Bus: 17

Tourism:

local Governments:

Famous Heritage:

  • Foundation of the Hermitage
  • Art brut’s collection

Information provided by the institution. Non-contractual document subject to change and not the responsibility of the ©FEDE.
Year of update: 2022

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