Admissions Brochure | Caeyu International School of Foshan · Innovation Academy

CIS Innovation Academy is dedicated to nurturing students with creative thinking, international competitiveness, innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities, as well as future-oriented business operation and management skills.

CIS Innovation Academy offers an international high school program with a creative focus for students in Grades 10–12.

The establishment of an off-campus practice teaching base provides students aspiring to pursue art-related higher education with direct access to high-level professional support aligned with tertiary art education systems.

This significant collaboration brings dynamic academic vitality from higher art education into CIS Innovation Academy.

The core disciplines of CIS Innovation Academy — 3D Design, Visual Communication, Game & Animation, Fashion Design & Management, and Digital Media — will engage in in-depth collaboration with the School of Urban Studies, Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts.

The curriculum is designed to align with university-level art and design standards, enabling students to connect with higher education expectations at an early stage.

Relevant courses are delivered and guided by experienced professional mentors from Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts.

Through authentic creative practice and project-based learning, students enhance their professional skills and portfolio quality, laying a solid foundation for future applications to art and design institutions.

3D Design explores space and form as both art and science, aiming to solve practical problems through the creation of three-dimensional works.

This field encompasses architecture, product design, interior design, and sculpture. Students transform concepts into physical models through the integrated application of materials, structure, and form, creating works that are both aesthetically compelling and functional.

The discipline emphasizes user experience and practical application, requiring designers to understand user needs and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

University Pathways:
Architecture, Interior Design, Stage Design, Product Design, Jewelry Design, Transportation Design, and related fields.

Visual Communication focuses on conveying information and emotion through visual elements. It includes graphic design, advertising, branding, and information design.

Designers learn to communicate messages effectively and intuitively through the strategic use of imagery, typography, color, and layout. Whether creating brand identities, advertising campaigns, or information graphics, students develop the ability to influence and engage audiences through visual storytelling.

University Pathways:
Interaction Design, Service Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, User Experience (UX), User Interface (UI), and related disciplines.

Game and animation design encompasses character creation, environment design, animation production, and game development.

Students learn to build immersive narratives and engaging interactive experiences through dynamic characters and compelling visual environments. The discipline combines artistic creativity with technical expertise in animation and interactive design.

University Pathways:
Animation Design, Game Art, Concept Design, and related majors.

Fashion Design & Management integrates creative expression with business thinking. The program covers apparel and accessory design, brand strategy, and market operations.

Students develop aesthetic sensitivity and practical design skills while understanding fashion trends, consumer behavior, and brand positioning. From material selection and product development to branding and operational management, the curriculum emphasizes the integration of design and management competencies.

University Pathways:
Fashion Design, Textile & Fabric Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Styling, Fashion Management, Luxury Brand Management, Fashion Marketing, and related fields.

Digital Media is a rapidly evolving field widely applied in photography and film production. It involves the use of digital technologies for creative production and communication, including video production, interactive media, web design, Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR).

Digital media designers aim to create impactful and interactive user experiences through innovative digital tools. The discipline requires interdisciplinary knowledge and creativity to address communication challenges in the modern digital landscape.

University Pathways:
Film Production, Photography, Documentary Photography, Fashion Photography, and related disciplines.

Suitable Applicants:
Students currently enrolled from Grade 8 to Grade 10 (ages 13–16)

CIS Innovation Academy places emphasis on structured curriculum design and authentic project experience. Through a clear academic pathway and practical support, students gradually develop their personal direction, refine their portfolio, and build a strong foundation for future university applications and long-term development.

We welcome families to schedule a campus visit and learn more about CIS Innovation Academy and its diverse academic pathways.