MsC AUTONOMOUS AEROSPACE SYSTEMS
To master autonomous aerial systems

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The MSc in Autonomous Aerospace Systems (AAS) is a two-year program, taught entirely in English, which trains tomorrow’s experts in autonomous aerial systems: drones, eVTOLs, and smart avionics.

This curriculum of excellence combines the fundamentals of aeronautical engineering (aerodynamics, embedded systems, guidance & navigation) with advanced skills in AI, robotics, sensor fusion, and real-time systems.

Key points

Target Audience

International and English-speaking French students
Minimum three years of higher education (equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree)

Language

English
Fluency is essential. Required certificate: TOIEC, TOEFL, IELTS. B2 level.

Format

Full-time
MSc 1: 5-month internship
MSc 2: 6-month internship

Campus

Paris-Ivry

Duration

2 years

Degree awarded

MSc Autonomous Aerospace Systems

Career Opportunities

– Autonomous Systems Experts
– Specialists in AI and Embedded Robotics
– Navigation and Guidance Experts
– Consultants in Autonomous Aerospace Systems Integration

MSc Program Manager
AUTONOMOUS AEROSPACE SYSTEMS

Campus Paris

Radhia
Gaddouri

IPSA Expertise Director – Doctor of Computer Science

Program
HIGHLIGHTS

01/5

unique expertise

A unique expertise to stand out professionally

Unique expertise in autonomous aerial systems (drones, eVTOLs, smart avionics)

02/5

Advanced skills

Advanced skills in engineering and aeronautics

The MSc in Autonomous Aerospace Systems at our aeronautics and space school offers advanced specialized modules: intelligent systems, autonomous navigation, Deep Neural Networks, and Deep Learning applied to aerial systems.

03/5

Teachers

Teaching provided by English-speaking experts from the industry

Aerospace industry experts have been rigorously selected to share their knowledge and experience with the MSc students.

04/5

English-speaking curriculum

Courses in English to prepare you for an international career

All MSc courses are taught in English to allow students to become familiar with the professional vocabulary of the sector.

05/5

Two long-term internships

Two long-term internships for professional development

During their program, students in the MSc Autonomous Aerospace Systems complete two internships allowing them to immerse themselves in the professional world: 5 months in M1 and 6 months in M2.

Unique expertise

Advanced skills

Teachers

English-speaking curriculum

Two long-term internships

The skills targeted by our MSc Autonomous Aerospace Systems

Analyze and design complex autonomous aerial systems

Manage cross-functional projects in industry and research

Know how to communicate effectively in a collaborative setting

Develop one’s expertise and spirit of innovation in aeronautical autonomy

Work in an international context, in English

Take into account current industrial and strategic challenges

Program
Msc aUTONOMOUS AEROSPACE SYSTEMS

Year 1

year 2

Curriculum

– Understand the principles of autonomy in aerospace systems

– Apply core algorithms in robotics and AI

– Integrate sensors, actuators, and avionics to build functional prototypes of autonomous aerial or space vehicles

– Conduct simulation and basic experimental testing of autonomous functions

– Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary projects

internship

5 months

Curriculum

– Design and validate advanced autonomous systems for aerospace missions

– Evaluate cutting-edge AI and machine learning techniques

– Develop robust and safe autonomy
architectures, compliant with aerospace certification and safety standards

– Implement real-time embedded autonomy solutions on hardware

– Lead and communicate research or industrial projects in an international context

internship

6 months

Examples of courses

Aircraft Modeling – Autopilot

Intelligent and nonlinear control

Deep Neural Network & Deep Learning applied to aerial systems

Guidance of autonomous systems

Dynamic planning of autonomous navigation

Distributed and real-time intelligent systems

Microcontrollers and power electronics for aeronautics

Robotics applied to autonomous systems

Rapid prototyping project of an embedded guidance system

Examples of Students
projects

• Dynamic navigation planning for an autonomous drone in urban environments
• Development of a sensor fusion system for UAV flight control
• Visual servoing and target tracking by drone (Visual Servoing)
• Rapid prototyping of an embedded guidance system for autonomous aircraft