International Generalist Engineer dual degree course

In addition to the ESTIA Engineering degree, you will also obtain a Master of Science or University Master's degree from one of ESTIA's academic partners in the UK, Spain or France.

18 double degree courses with the universities of

• Cranfield, Wolverhampton, Salford-Manchester, in the United Kingdom,
• the University of the Basque Country in Bilbao and San Sebastian, the University of Mondragon and ETSIAE in Madrid, Spain,
• université Paris-cité, IAE Bayonne and Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour, Université Côte d'Azur

A generalist engineer without borders

The ESTIA engineer knows no borders: teachers of several nationalities, trilingual teaching and courses abroad.

You can immerse yourself directly in the international world of ESTIA with stays and courses in England, Spain or France (depending on the course chosen by the student). It is also possible to spend academic semesters abroad as part of the Erasmus programme: Great Britain, Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Czech Republic, Norway, etc. and outside Europe: Colombia, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, Chile, etc

International mobility throughout the world

In addition to the 3rd year co-degree courses, each student has an international experience during their ESTIA course:

• as part of a non-degree-granting academic mobility programme lasting at least 1 semester in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, etc.
• as part of an internship or work placement (for apprentices)

Engineering school rankings

ESTIA is part of group A of the best engineering schools in France according to the 2024 ranking by L'Etudiant and is ranked 1st among engineering schools in the Best School Experience - Happiness Barometer 2024 ranking by the Speak&Act label. ESTIA also stood out by receiving a score of 4.73/5.

Innovative teaching methods

The material resources made available (digital environment with a laptop equipped with all the software needed for teaching, connected teaching platforms, wifi, technical platforms and fablabs, industrial technology platforms) allow everyone to gain autonomy and experience in a professional environment.
By encouraging students to take the initiative and assume responsibility, and by involving teachers and students in events, workshops and seminars, ESTIA enables everyone to reveal their creative qualities, and fosters a permanent spirit of innovation that characterises the "Estia touch"!

Students have access to a prototyping space (Fablab 4.0) where they can quickly go from idea to physical object and realise their innovations. This technology hall is equipped with innovative equipment (3D printers, 3D scanners, laser and water jet cutting, numerically controlled machining, welding and electronic measurements, cobots and robots, "factory 4.0" equipment, etc.).
ESTIA engineers are trained to innovate, to think outside the box and to follow well-trodden paths. Depending on their personal tastes and career prospects, they can choose from 3 courses and 18 career options in 3rd year, and personalise their curriculum by opting for in-depth modules and expertise.

Students choose one of 3 pathways (Digital Design & Innovation - Mechatronics, Systems & Energy - Industrial Organisation and Management). Each of these pathways enables engineering students to enrol for a 2nd specialised diploma corresponding to a career direction. Below is a map of the 18 career paths for the start of the 2024 academic year.

Passing from the 1st to the second year and then from the second to the third year of the engineering cycle is decided by a passing jury, taking into account the results of the continuous assessments carried out during the year. The terms and conditions are set out in the study regulations issued on entry to the course. To obtain the title of engineer, students must acquire 180 ECTS credits, validate and defend their end-of-study project, achieve a minimum level of English (level C1) and complete an international mobility programme lasting at least 3 months.

In addition to full-time student status, students can choose to follow their course through an apprenticeship.
Students who choose to do an apprenticeship at ESTIA benefit from the same dual degree system without extending their study time. At the end of their course, in addition to the ESTIA engineering degree, they obtain a second European Master's degree or a recognised professional qualification.
This option combines the 2 statuses of student engineer and company employee. The school and the company work together to ensure that the student receives the knowledge and develops the skills of the ESTIA engineering reference framework with the same programme and an adapted timetable. Apprentices have access to all the options and career choices offered by the school.

Note that BTS students must follow the apprenticeship programme.

See the sandwich course timetable

ESTIA also offers 3 other apprenticeship courses with partner CFAs in mechatronics / agri-food / industrial cybersecurity

ESTIA ENTREPRENDRE runs an incubator for start-ups and incubators for innovative activities in several thematic areas:

• Digital engineering, image processing, software publishing, embedded systems, IOT / AI
• Design, outdoor and sports industries
• Robotics and advanced manufacturing

www.entreprendre.estia.fr

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Professions and careers with a future

ESTIA engineers receive scientific and technological training combined with a solid industrial culture, which prepares them for three types of function:

These disciplines of industrial engineering and mechatronics open up a very wide range of professions, which develop a global vision of the company and take into account its permanent need for innovation and evolution. The teaching approach alternates theory and practice, during a trilingual curriculum that prepares ESTIA engineers to fully exercise their responsibilities in a world without borders:

In all professional sectors, thanks to your broad skills in engineering, project management and innovation, as well as the systemic approach of the ESTIA programme.
In all countries, thanks to your fluency in French, English and Spanish.

Our young graduates quickly gain access to responsibilities for their first job:

There are many opportunities for further study after engineering studies in Specialised Masters, Masters and MBAs in economics and management. Information can be obtained from the Partnership-Internship-Integration Department (05 59 43 84 00).

Engineers can also prepare a doctoral thesis in 3 years. The ESTIA RECHERCHE team provides information and help with thesis preparation. Contact: n.couture@estia.fr

International schooling for all at a preferential cost

All ESTIA students have the opportunity to obtain a double international degree. Indeed, acquiring a 2nd Master's degree attesting to a double specialised skill is one of ESTIA's fundamental and differentiating points, appreciated and recognised by employers. The tuition fees cover enrolment at ESTIA, the specific costs of the 2nd degree and the provision of a digital environment with a laptop equipped with all the software needed for the courses. In just 3 years, ESTIA gives students access to a double engineering and European Master's degree at preferential rates.

For students following the apprenticeship route, the ESTIA engineering course is free as it is paid for by the company. For the international course and the double European diploma (optional for apprentices), there is an additional charge of 4,900 euros per year for the work-linked years of study.

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ESTIA will be recruiting 260 engineering students at the beginning of September 2025.
Admission is based on different competitive entrance exams depending on the applicant's origin.
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