Lycée Maximilien Vox

Lycée Maximilien Vox is a public institution in Paris specializing in applied arts and design, located in the 6th arrondissement. Its name pays tribute to Maximilien Vox (1894-1974), a French typographer and graphic designer, author of a classification of typographic characters and founder of the Rencontres internationales de Lure — a patronage that reflects the school's historical grounding in graphic and typographic culture.

Programs

The institution prepares students for the DN MADE (Diplôme national des métiers d'art et du design), a bachelor's-level diploma completed over three years, notably offering a Événement specialization, oriented toward the design of spaces and ephemeral setups: scenography, stands, exhibitions, signage, and event communication.

As in most applied arts lycées, the pedagogy combines project workshops, practical instruction (drawing, volume, digital tools, prototyping) and theoretical courses (culture of arts, design and techniques, languages, humanities). Internships and projects carried out with clients are part of the curriculum.

What sets it apart

Its location in the heart of Paris facilitates access to museums, galleries, trade shows, and cultural venues, important resources for a curriculum focused on events and space. Like any public institution, it is accessible via Parcoursup, based on application file and cover letter, with limited tuition fees.

Before applying, check the school's website: the range of DN MADE specializations offered may change from year to year.