With the generous support of Vacheron Constantin, ECAL/Ecole cantonale d’art de Lausanne, featuring among the world’s top ten universities of art and design, is resuming the former MAS in Luxury Industry and Design, henceforth provided as the Master of Advanced Studies in Design for Luxury & Craftsmanship. Under this new heading, the programme intends to highlight various types of know-how and give young industrial designers the opportunity to investigate, over the course of a year, sectors of excellence as diverse as the arts & crafts, fine watchmaking, tableware or specific techniques using noble materials.

The contribution of such as prestigious manufacture as Vacheron Constantin, which has shone over the watchmaking industry for more than 250 years and is actively involved in promoting outstanding craftsmen, is a token of the richness of this curriculum and ensures its continuity.

Master of Advanced Studies in Design for Luxury & Craftsmanship Switzerland is a privileged country in terms of know-how in the field of luxury. Building on this tradition, this Master of Advanced Studies is for the holders of a Bachelor or Master’s degree wishing to further their knowledge in industrial design and investigate sectors of excellence as diverse as fine watch-making, tableware or specific techniques using noble materials.

Through collaborations with prestigious brands – some with a century-old heritage – and workshops provided by major actors on the international scene, students experiment all production stages: from designing an object to its completion, via 3D rendering or photography. They also have the benefit of brand identity analyses and conferences delivered by experts in the field, as well as tours of luxury goods manufacturers. Many projects are singled out by partner companies to be produced, exhibited and published in the international press.

After one year at ECAL, the students are able to submit a varied portfolio to the highest professional standards. Highly sought after by international agencies and world-leading companies, they also often have the opportunity of simultaneously establishing their own business. Graduates are frequently offered internship opportunities right at the end of their curriculum – often leading to steady employment.

Head Nicolas Le Moigne Professors Thilo Brunner, Alexandre Gaillard, André Vladimir Heiz, Tomas Kral, Xavier Perrenoud, Julien Wegmüller, Cédric Widmer Visiting Professors Ronan Bouroullec (Paris), Pierre Charpin (Paris), Ligia Dias (Paris), Jaime Hayon (Valence), Nicolas Le Moigne, Luca Nichetto (Venice), Christian Schwamkrug (Zell am See), Alexander Taylor (London), Bethan Laura Wood (London)... Qualification Requirements College of higher education degree (Bachelor or Master level) in 3D design or related field Entrance Exam By portfolio Duration 1 year Online application : 3 May 2013 Application file submission : 8 May 2013 Interviews : 3 to 7 June 2013 Annual Tuition Fees CHF 8,000 Credits 60 Qualification Awarded Master of Advanced Studies HES-SO in Design for Luxury and Craftsmanship.