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Master's programme

What is a Master's programme?

A two-year training programme after a Bachelor in engineering or science in top institutions, leading to a Master's level degree (European Level 7).

Aims of the programme

  • A strong scientific and technological content, with a high level of mathematics and theory taught to a high standard, combined with applied teaching (supervised projects, practicals, workshops and industrial internships) covering the different scientific disciplines (physics, chemistry, biology).
  • A programme that aims to develop a set of core competencies combining mastery of scientific and technical knowledge and its application, adaptation to the specific requirements of business and society, and awareness of the organisational, human and cultural dimensions.
  • The "internship" component is an integral part of the programme: through professional and international immersion in a company or laboratory, students demonstrate their human qualities, adaptability and leadership, and prepare for professional life.

Different master programmes are offered within the Network «n+i»:

  • The Master « n+ » and the Master « i » lead to National Degrees or degrees conferring the Master's degree (DNM / CTI Engineering Degree): international students thus obtain exactly the same degree as French students.
  • The MSc – Master of Science is an institutional degree (European Level 7) accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), specifically structured to meet international standards and the needs of multinational companies.

The Master « n+ »

The French « diplôme d'ingénieur » (the Master « n+ ») prepares graduates for research, development, production, consulting and technical management, project management and team management roles.
(many CEOs or company directors are trained engineers).

The diplôme d'ingénieur attests to a broad, high-level scientific education, complemented by a solid grounding in management, law and the humanities.

The Master « n+ » provides access to applications for a Doctorate (PhD).

The engineering degree awarded by schools accredited by the Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur (CTI) confers, by decree, the Master's degree (European Level 7).
In terms of its level and prestige, it is comparable to a « Master with Honours ».

The Master « i »

The Master « i » is a National Master Degree (DNM) focused on a cutting-edge scientific or technological field.

Designed to university academic standards, it is particularly suited to applicants seeking strong specialisation in expertise, research or R&D.

The Master « i » provides access to applications for a Doctorate (PhD).

 
Programme offered by institutions accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR) and leading to the French National Master's Degree (DNM).
 

The MSc – Master of Science CGE

The MSc – Master of Science is a thoroughly international programme preparing students for expert roles in multicultural and competitive environments.

This programme combines applied teaching delivered mainly in a foreign language (at least 50% in English), concrete industrial projects and the writing of an applied research dissertation on a complex issue.

 
Institutional degree at European Level 7, labelled and rigorously audited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE).
 
 

Language requirements

A2 in French is required for admission in most cases, particularly for the Master « n+ » (approximately 300 hours of training at an Alliance française / Institut français), but not systematically for the Master « i » and MSc programmes.

B2 in both English and French is recommended for graduation in the Master « n+ »; requirements vary by programme.

Depending on the programme chosen, a B2 in the language of instruction allows students to request an exemption from the Language Integration Package (PIL).

Detailed language requirements are specified in the schools' programme sheets.

Eligibility

To be eligible, students must demonstrate at least a Bachelor, Licence or equivalent level (PreMaster), representing a minimum of 180 ECTS credits.

The equivalence and admissibility of an application (number of European ECTS credits) are the sole responsibility of the member institutions of the "n+i" Network or persons appointed by them to represent them.

Duration and programme structure

These programmes generally run for 2 years (120 ECTS credits / 4 semesters):

  • Master « n+ »: a 2-year programme (minimum 18 months of actual study) including a compulsory 6-month long internship in a company or laboratory.
  • Master « i »: a specialised 2-year pathway in a particular scientific or technical field, with a 6-month internship or research period in M2. Recognition of prior learning can reduce the study period in France to 12 months (direct M2 entry).
  • MSc – Master of Science CGE: a cycle of 3 to 4 semesters combining lectures, team projects, an internship/professional assignment and the defence of a specialised research thesis.

Depending on the guidance decision of the host school (or at the student's request), the programme may include:

- The « classic Path to success », beginning with 8 weeks of cultural and language integration during the summer (PIL), followed by methodological integration in the first semester (PIM). Find out more.

- A « foundation year » (or PreMaster) completed in France before entering the Master's programme. Find out more.

Specific case: Master in 3 years

Some member institutions may offer a 3-year Master's programme (B3 + M1 + M2) instead of the 2-year Master (M1 + M2), notably if the applicant has not yet obtained their Bachelor's degree or lacks certain prerequisite courses, which are then validated during a full year (B3).

As with 2-year Master's programmes, the n+i Path to success packages may be required by the institution when offers are published.

Find the application steps and deadlines on our official schedule.

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