Internationalization

Inspire positive change

Axis 1 The international experience of the ESRA community

• Increase the internationalization of activities, including research and continuing education
• Supporting and enriching international experiences (students, employees)
• Optimize resources and tools dedicated to international operations

Axis 2: The school's influence and reputation

• Strengthening the position and visibility of research
• Improving international recruitment
• Strengthen visibility and international positioning
• Consolidate strong partnerships through a thematic and geographic approach

Axis 3 Positioning in relation to global challenges

• Innovation
• Sustainable development
• AI
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion

In 2026, ESRA affirms its commitment as a leading institution in higher education for careers in film, audiovisual, sound, and animation. With a strong tradition of excellence and a constant capacity for innovation, the school pursues a clear mission: to train creative and technical talents who will contribute to the cultural and audiovisual industries of tomorrow, through both initial and professional training.

ESRA is developing an academic model that is resolutely open to Europe and the world. International development is a strategic priority, through welcoming foreign students and building lasting partnerships with international academic establishments, institutions, and networks.

The International Relations Department (IRD) embodies this strategic priority.

MISSIONS OF THE DRI

The International Relations Department is responsible for defining, steering, and implementing the institution's international strategy. It plays a central role in developing international cooperation, academic mobility, and the institution's influence abroad, thus contributes to its influence and attractiveness.

This activity, under the authority of the Director of International Relations, aims to promote:

• Strengthening the international dimension of ESRA's training and research activities
• Coordination of incoming and outgoing mobility
• The development of bilateral partnerships and cooperation projects
• Participation in European and international networks

The DRI also contributes to promoting ESRA abroad by promoting its activities and participating in international trade shows and conferences in conjunction with the communications department.

The DRI develops the institution's international policy in line with its strategic guidelines. It identifies priority geographical areas and areas of cooperation to be developed.

Promotion of international mobility

The DRI organizes and supports international mobility (within and outside Erasmus+):

• Students students (exchange programs, dual degrees, internships abroad),
• Teachers, researchers, and staff faculty and staff (missions, academic exchanges, Programs).

It provides information on existing mechanisms and offers administrative and logistical support.

Welcoming and supporting international visitors

The DRI helps welcome students, researchers, and foreign delegations. It facilitates their academic, administrative, and cultural integration, in collaboration with internal departments and external partners.

Coordination of international programs and projects

The DRI manages and monitors international programs (e.g., Erasmus+, bilateral agreements, multilateral projects). It assists with setting up projects and monitoring international funding.

Development of international partnerships

The DRI initiates, negotiates, and monitors cooperation agreements with foreign institutions and organizations (universities, research centers, international institutions). It ensures the quality and sustainability of these partnerships.

International representation and influence

The DRI represents the institution to foreign partners and in international networks. It helps promote the institution internationally and contributes to enhancing its visibility and appeal.

Advice and support to internal components

The DRI supports all stakeholders in the school, providing expertise, advice, and operational support.

Conclusion

Through all of its missions, the International Relations Department actively contributes to the institution's international outreach, strengthening its academic and scientific cooperation, and enhancing its reputation on the international stage.

The DRI is structured into activity clusters whose purpose is to facilitate the implementation of each person's tasks, with cross-functional support from the Head of International Relations.

International Programs Division

The Programs Department is the first point of contact for prospective students. It supports and structures the student experience before, during, and after enrollment in all of ESRA's international programs.

• Recruitment for inter programs
• Admissions to inter-programs
• School monitoring
• Instructional design
• Summer programs
• NYC
• BIP

ERASMUS+ Mobility Hub

Support and implementation of student mobility in its administrative and financial dimensions.

• Administrative management
• Financial management
• Erasmus+ students and employees

Student Services Department (welcoming international students)

Coordination of responses to requests for support for incoming mobile workers in terms of practical aspects (services, housing, daily life) and well-being (listening, mental health). Quality approach in order to obtain the necessary labels, in particular Bienvenue en France.

• Student services
• Support and well-being

International and Scientific University Cooperation Division

Development and coordination of international research and publication activities, contribution to existing or future research projects.

• Research projects
• Publications
• Home for researchers

International Projects Division

In line with the strategic international development plan, seeking partnerships in priority geographical areas, trade shows, etc.

• BIP (cross-functional activity: programs/research/cooperation)
• Partnerships
• Networks
• Companies and alumni