Hauts de Seine, NanterreThe CESI engineering program is a five-year course after high school (or three years after two to three years of higher education) that awards the engineering diploma, equivalent to a Master's degree, recognized in France and internationally.
It combines:
The result: versatile, innovative engineers who are highly sought after in both industry and the digital sector.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates from the CESI Engineering Program can pursue a wide range of careers depending on their specialization (AI, cybersecurity, data, embedded systems, energy, etc.). Here are some examples of jobs CESI engineers often go into (grouped by domain):
IT & Software/Cybersecurity/AI & Data:
Embedded Systems & Electronics:
Industry & Innovation:
Energy & Environment:
| HOURS OF FRENCH CLASSES | 400 hours |
| HOURS ACADEMIC / METHODOLOGY CLASSES | 500 hours |
| TOTAL HOURS | 900 hours |
CESI is a private French engineering school founded in 1958, present on 26 campuses, and recognized by the Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur (CTI). Each year, it trains thousands of engineers and enjoys a strong reputation among companies in France and across Europe. We welcome 28,000 students every year.
CESI works in partnership with more than 8,000 companies and reaches a high employability rate with 95.5% of our students employed within six months after graduation.
Thanks to its International Class, students in this program can complete a preparatory year to strengthen their French, academic methods, and scientific foundations. They then join the CESI engineering cycle.
The International Class is based on the Nanterre campus, with the possibility of continuing the engineering cycle on any of the 26 CESI campuses.
By joining our campus, you will combine training of excellence and discovery of the most emblematic sites of French history.
Website: https://www.cesi.fr/en/
https://www.cesi.fr/ecole/presentation/
| Year | Preparatory Class (any track) | Engineering Degree (grade master) (any track) |
| Y1 | 8,500 € | X |
| Y2 | 6,500 € | X |
| Y3 | X | 8,500 € |
| Y4 | X | 8,500 € |
| Y5 | X | 8,500 € |
| Grand Total | 15,000 € | 25,500 € |
Note: Transportation, CVEC student tax, living expenses and visa fees are not included.
CESI has been awarded in 2024 the "Bienvenue en France" label for the quality of its support and welcome of international students.
At CESI's Nanterre campus, international students benefit from a dedicated Welcome Program designed to ensure a smooth transition to life and studies in France. The program includes orientation sessions, welcome desk, cultural visits, and help with administrative tasks such as housing, banking, and health insurance.
Students also receive personalized support from the international relations team, who guide them throughout their stay.
Finally, throughout their program, they can schedule a meeting with one of our staff, in order to assist them with their job search process (with mock interviews and curriculum vitae reviews).
Academic Intake: 1
Academic Calendar: September 2026 to June 2027