Presentation
The "Open House" is a major event at ENSA Normandie. Each year, future students are made aware of the architectural professions through presentations, exhibitions and meetings with the student and teaching teams, the administrative staff and external partners. You can also take a virtual tour of our school.
This year's open house was held on January 28, 2023. The director's talk will be online soon. You can also consult the support of this presentation below.
Frequently asked questions
What are the profiles sought by ENSA Normandie following the reform of the bac?
Architecture is a multidisciplinary field that integrates engineering sciences, plastic arts, spatial design, history, sociology, geography and theories. ENSA Normandie has a recruitment strategy that aims to create classes of students with excellent and varied academic backgrounds, allowing strong interaction between students during their training. Eligibility is calculated without any subject coefficients, allowing all courses to have the same chances of integration.
The ENSA Normandie council, for the choice of specialities, is as follows:
- choose subjects in which the student is comfortable and will have good grades
- choose subjects that express a particular curiosity, an interest in a science, a culture or that question society, its functioning, its history and that broaden the general culture.
Architectural education requires rigour and creativity. All the subjects that contribute to it are relevant and help to train the future architect.
What is the basis of the interview?
The purpose of the interview is to assess:
the student's ability to integrate the architectural training program, with regard to his or her motivations and background
deepen their understanding of the field of architecture, the courses offered and the professional opportunities
oral expression and the ability to present a constructed argument
personal artistic or sporting practices
The duration of the interview is 10 minutes.
This method of recruitment does not require students to have any prerequisites in the field of architectural studies.
Where does the interview take place?
The interview takes place at ENSA Normandie at 27 rue Lucien Fromage 76160 Darnétal.
I don't live near ENSA Normandie, can I do the interview by video if it takes place?
If you live outside of metropolitan France, you may request a video interview upon presentation of proof of identity.
If I can't come to the interview but I live in France, what happens?
Only a summons for a baccalaureate test entitles you to a video interview. The document must be sent to us in advance.
I have a disability, what is being done to help me with my education?
With the help of the University of Rouen Normandy's preventive medicine department, we will put in place the necessary arrangements in order to support you as best as possible.
How can I combine my passion for sport with my studies?
Upon presentation of proof, you may be granted study facilities.
With a DUT or BTS, how will my application be examined?
All applications on Parcoursup are examined in the same way, regardless of the studies you have done.
You have the possibility of taking a VAP.
I'm hesitating between a preparatory class and ENSA Normandie, how can I make the right choice?
We do not advise doing a preparatory class.
How much does an application cost?
The application fee is 37€ for non-scholarship holders and 0€ for scholarship holders for the current year.
How do I know if I am a scholarship holder?
You must go to the website of the Crous of your region in order to request a student social file. You have between January and mid-May to apply.
I have a question about recruitment, who should I contact?
You can send your questions to: inscriptions@rouen.archi.fr
Is there a boarding school?
We do not have boarding facilities. However, there is private rental accommodation in and around Rouen.
Is there a restaurant area?
ENSA Normandie has a cafeteria.
Can I change schools within the ENSA Group during my course?
Transfers are possible from the second year of the degree course in all Ensas, provided that you are accepted.
What are the main lessons in the first year?
In the first year, the teaching covers architecture, representation, construction, art, sociology and history.
What languages are taught at ENSA Normandie?
At ENSA Normandie, only English is taught.
How many internships are carried out during the course at ENSA Normandie?
There are three internships to be completed during the five years of study in architecture. The first internship is called "worker internship", the second and the third are in an architectural office or in structures related to architecture.
You have the possibility to do free internships.
I want to go abroad during my studies. What does ENSA Normandie offer?
It is possible to go on an ERASMUS course for one or two semesters in one of our partner schools, or to do an internship abroad.