esag penninghen is a private establishment of higher education, accredited as such since 30 march 1953, registered at the french national ministry of education and research. after 5 years of post-baccalaureate studies, one of two european master level degrees may be awarded: degree in “art direction” , state-certified, qualification for careers in image-making, visual communication (graphic design, press, video, television, cinema), and 2d-3d interactive design. degree in “interior architecture/design” ,recognized by the cfai (french board of interior architects), state-certified level ii, qualification for careers in architecture, interior design, exhibition/display design, scenography, furniture design, digital design, and 3d design.