Study luxury in Paris
Why Paris?
Paris is widely regarded as the international capital of luxury, where heritage and innovation constantly reinforce each other. The city is home to legendary maisons historiques, which have shaped global standards of craftsmanship and elegance for over a century. It also hosts Paris Fashion Week, one of the most influential events in the industry, where designers, models, and editors define the trends that will dominate worldwide. Beyond fashion, Paris stands out in gastronomy, from Michelin-starred restaurants to iconic pâtisseries, making culinary excellence part of its identity. In haute joaillerie, maisons continue to set the benchmark for artistry and prestige. Luxury hospitality is equally central, with palaces and five-star hotels offering unmatched service and refinement. Finally, high-end retail, from historic avenues like the Champs-Élysées to the Golden Triangle, cements Paris as a global epicenter where luxury is not just an industry, but a culture.
Why Sup de Luxe?
Located in the heart of Paris, students benefit from direct access to the world's leading luxury maisons, exclusive company visits, renowned industry speakers, and a powerful network of professionals and alumni.
Our programmes combine strategic business knowledge with a deep understanding of luxury culture, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Through close partnerships with the industry, hands-on projects, internships, international experiences, and faculty composed of both academics and luxury professionals, students develop the skills and global perspective needed to build successful careers in the luxury sector.
At Sup de Luxe, students don’t just study luxury, they experience it, connect with it, and become part of it.
English programmes
By joining programs entirely taught in English, international students can study in a multicultural environment while benefiting from direct exposure to the French luxury ecosystem and its leading maisons.
Short Programmes
Every year, Sup de Luxe's short programs welcome students from international partner institutions for an immersive experience in the world of Parisian luxury. These tailor-made programs offer direct exposure to luxury environments, industry practices, and French cultural heritage, while promoting international exchange and professional development.
Among these programs, Sup de Luxe offers, in particular, an intensive, credit-bearing one-month immersive program co-created with Polimoda, centered around visits, exclusive experiences, classes, and a group project: "Fashion Business: Legacy and Innovation."
Through these immersive programmes, students benefit from:
- An in-depth learning experience within the Parisian luxury ecosystem
- Exclusive networking opportunities with luxury industry professionals
- Cultural and professional discovery of French luxury standards and savoir-faire
- Direct exposure to leading brands, institutions, and industry practices
- In-depth knowledge of the luxury sector, delivered by leading experts in the field, including academics and industry professionals
Practical information
Degree-Seeking Students
This pathway is designed for students who wish to enrol in a full academic programme and obtain a Sup de Luxe degree.
Admission process
- Submit your online application.
- Complete the admission process.
- Receive your admission letter.
- Apply for your student visa (if required).
- Prepare your arrival in Paris.
Exchange Students
Exchange students join Sup de Luxe through one of our partner universities as part of an academic mobility programme.
Application process
- Be nominated by your home university.
- Receive your application instructions from Sup de Luxe
- Submit the required documents.
- Receive your acceptance letter.
- Prepare your mobility and arrival in Paris
Sup de Luxe does not provide on-campus housing. However, once enrolled, students receive a list of trusted partner student residences located in Paris and its surrounding areas. This list is shared after admission to help students find accommodation that best suits their needs, budget, and preferred location before arriving in France.
FAQ
Yes. Sup de Luxe offers several programmes taught entirely in English. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum B2 level in English to follow the courses, participate in group projects and complete assessments successfully. English-taught programmes include:
- Bachelor Luxe – English Track
- Global Executive MBA in Luxury Leadership
- MSc Global Luxury Brand Management
- MSc Luxury Fashion Management
- MBA Online Luxury Management in the Digital Age
From the second year of the Bachelor’s degree, students have a 6-months academic exchange opportunity with partner universities, either in London, Hong-Kong, or Montréal.
Yes. Sup de Luxe supports students throughout their internship search by providing personalised career guidance, CV and interview coaching, career events, and access to a strong network of luxury companies and alumni. Thanks to our close connections with leading luxury maisons and industry partners, students benefit from valuable opportunities in France and abroad.
A minimum B2 level in French is required to study at Sup de Luxe. Although several programmes are taught in English, French proficiency is essential to fully integrate into student life and secure an internship, as most luxury companies in France require professional working proficiency in French.
Our International Office provides guidance throughout the admission and visa application process. Once admitted, students receive the official documents required to apply for a student visa, along with practical information to help them prepare for their arrival and settle in France.
Accreditation and degree recognition vary depending on the programme. Full details are available on each programme page, and our Admissions team will be happy to advise you.
Contact
- Director of International relations
- Cécile CHIARAMONTI - [email protected]
- Incoming mobility- Study trips, Summer & short programs
- Guylaine ZIRCON [email protected]
- Outgoing mobility
- Erasmus and European and Latam zones
- Cuauhtémoc MENDOZA [email protected]
- North American and Asian zone
- Cian GROURKE [email protected]
- VISA & Registration
- Kendra KOUYATE
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