RUBIKA (reviews)

Founded in 1987, RUBIKA is a state-recognized higher education institution. Its mission: guide passionate students into fulfilling careers, while equipping them with the tools to succeed in competitive markets.

Learning through practice and collaboration

Rubika’s teaching approach is based on learning by doing: students learn through projects, creation, and trial and error. From their first year, they work in conditions similar to those found in studios and agencies. This helps them develop key skills:

• Teamwork
• Structured creativity
• Managing technical and production constraints
• Presenting and defending their ideas

Group projects, led by active professionals, are central to the curriculum. This environment builds autonomy, rigor, and collaboration—qualities essential for creative industries.

Three areas of expertise, one shared philosophy

Rubika is structured around three specialized departments, each led by experienced, industry-connected teams:

Supinfocom – 2D/3D Animation Supinfocom focuses on animated filmmaking, covering every stage from storyboard to 3D direction. Students develop a strong visual language while learning to operate within a professional pipeline. Each class produces a graduation film, often selected or awarded in international festivals.

Supinfogame – Video Games Supinfogame trains future game designers, gameplay programmers, level designers, technical artists, and producers. The program emphasizes game mechanics, player interaction, and interactive storytelling. Students work in multidisciplinary teams with engines like Unity and Unreal, mirroring real studio environments.

ISD – Industrial Design The ISD (Institut Supérieur de Design) prepares students for careers in product, service, and UX/UI design. Projects range from sustainable mobility to connected devices, with a focus on user experience, eco-design, and social innovation. Students are taught to think critically and act as designers in complex systems.

An international perspective

Rubika has three campuses:

• Valenciennes (France), within the Serre Numérique, a center dedicated to digital and creative industries
• Montreal (Canada), at the heart of the global animation and gaming ecosystem
• Réunion Island, a campus focused on regional and African creative dynamics

This presence supports cultural openness, international internships, and global career opportunities. Rubika also maintains partnerships with schools and companies in India, Mexico, South Korea, Japan, and beyond.

A school focused on student success

As a nonprofit institution, Rubika puts educational value at the center of its model. This commitment translates into:

• Selective admissions based on creative potential and motivation
• Personalized support throughout the program
• Scholarships to support student projects
• A demanding yet supportive learning environment

Instructors are mostly working professionals or come from relevant industries. The curriculum evolves constantly to match professional standards and expectations.

Strong career outcomes

Rubika graduates enjoy high employment rates, in France and abroad. Employers recognize the technical skills, creativity, and professionalism of its students. The school maintains strong ties with studios and companies through internships, workshops, juries, and collaborative projects.

Some of the companies that regularly recruit Rubika graduates include:

• Ubisoft
• Airbus
• Illumination Mac Guff
• Artefacts Studio
• Virtuos
• Volvo Group
• Gameloft
• Quantic Dream
• Peugeot Design Lab
• Framestore
• Mikros Animation

With over 5,000 alumni worldwide, Rubika graduates hold roles such as designer, technical artist, director, producer, and art director.

Preparing for the future

Rubika’s goal isn’t just to train technicians—it’s to shape creators who are aware of today’s social and environmental challenges. The school actively explores:

• Ecological and social transitions in its teaching models
• Projects using AI, immersive media, and new narrative forms
• Spaces that support experimentation and hybrid formats

Rubika is also involved in pedagogical research and content production. Each year, its films, game prototypes, and design projects are featured in festivals and professional events.

Why choose Rubika?

• To learn by doing, through real-world projects
• To benefit from expert guidance in a human-scale school
• To join an active, international network of professionals and alumni
• To study in a rigorous yet supportive environment
• To train for creative careers with strong prospects in France and internationally

Joining Rubika means choosing a demanding and engaging education, rooted in passion, effort, and the constant drive to improve—project after project. Whether your interest lies in animation, video games, or design, you’ll find a flexible, hands-on learning experience focused on long-term growth.

To learn more, visit our website or contact our academic teams.