What is DNMADe ?

The National Diploma of Arts and Design (DNMADe) at l’Assomption-Bondy is a state-controlled bachelor’s degree. Replacing MANAA or BTS applied arts, it trains students in creative trades. The Assomption-Bondy school offers a DNAMA mention Social Innovation. This concept places human, societal and environmental issues at the centre of training.

Social innovation: commitment at the heart of studies

The DNMADe Innovation Sociale trains future designers engaged in social and political thinking. They will be able to propose innovative solutions to societal problems.

Social innovation is the development of new ideas, products or services that address current issues (social, environmental, political). The main objective is to create a positive impact in many fields of action such as health, education, culture, public action, territorial development or humanitarian actions. Often working closely with the users or stakeholders involved, social designers ensure that solutions are tailored to their needs and are socially responsible.

Combining arts, materials, design thinking and innovation, the DNMADe Social Innovation is committed to developing in our future designers, conceptual and prospective capacities to better analyse the dysfunctions of our contemporary lifestyles and propose creative and constructive alternatives.

Our goals

Prioritize ethics

Put sustainable development at the heart of the design approach, question human and societal issues, and focus on respect for the environment.

Think together

Practice cooperative pedagogy, collaborative and multidisciplinary projects, design thinking.

Focus on reality

Analyze the environment, experiment with materials, practice FabLab and DIY (Do it Yourself), while mastering digital tools and languages.

The course

This Social Innovation Diploma is delivered in agreement with the Vincenne-Saint-Denis University Paris 8. This 3-year course, if successfully completed, is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS).

Students in Social Innovation have the choice between two specializations:

Materials: Exploitation and enhancement of local resources, use and reuse of materials.
Events: Creation of ephemeral or permanent spaces, implying social and environmental issues.

Number of students per year: 15 students in materials courses, 15 students in events courses.

Join the DNMADe

The DNMADe is for students who want to develop their talents and creativity. We welcome motivated candidates who are open to the arts and techniques, concerned with social and environmental issues.

Ability to adapt and organise effectively is required, as well as the ability to work independently or in groups. A good general culture, computer skills and fluency in writing and speaking are an asset for the future student!