Become an engineer

in aeronautics and space

Excellent training to design tomorrow’s sky and space

Imagine yourself designing the next revolutionary airliner, taking part in a space mission to Mars, or developing the drones of the future. An IPSA engineer is much more than a technical expert: he or she is a visionary capable of innovating, designing and piloting projects that will transform the way we travel and explore the universe.

Our exceptional aeronautics and space school offers you a solid, progressive and resolutely industry-focused education, training engineers ready to take up the most exciting challenges of our time: energy transition, new propulsion modes, space conquest, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence. Your future starts here.

A 5-year course,
at the heart of the technologies of the future

The IPSA curriculum integrates a foundational preparatory cycle with rigorous scientific and technical education, along with extensive training in general and professional engineering.

At the core of IPSA’s program are mathematics, physics, electronics, aerospace engineering, and digital technologies. The “general and professional training” segment equips students with essential skills in communication, project and team management, and prepares them for roles in international business environments.

IPSA’s program is both open and forward-thinking, offering a wide array of opportunities for students eager to build a career in aerospace and aeronautics.

3 years of undergraduate programme, leading to
2 years of graduate programme

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General Organisation

The undergraduate programme consists of 3 years of Studies (Aéro 1, Aéro 2, Aéro 3).

It provides students with the knowledge and methodology needed to become aerospace and aeronautical engineers. The programme combines traditional teaching methods (lectures, seminars, and practical workshops), flipped classroom sessions, projects, and internships.

Each semester is worth 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits and the whole programme is equivalent in total to 180 ECTS credits.

Internships

This programme includes 3 internships:

an optional internship of 1 month in Aéro 1
a mandatory internship of 2 months in Aéro 2
an optional internship of 2 months in Aéro 3

This programme is delivered in French or English on our Paris campus and in French only in Toulouse and Lyon.

Overview

The engineer’s scientific and technical courses : 3/4 of our undergraduate program is dedicated to scientific and technical training, with core modules in :
– Fundamental sciences
– Physics
– Engineering sciences
– Aeronautics and Space

The Engineer’s General courses : 1/4 of the program is dedicated to general and professional training in order to prepare students to their future professional environment. All undergraduate students must take core modules in :
– Humanities and Ethics
– Business knowledge
– Languages

In Aéro 3, students get to choose between two specializations :
– Aerospace Vehicles
– Aerospace Systems

After these 3 years, students continue their studies with the Master’s program.

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A recognized diploma
strong employability

IPSA’s engineering degree is accredited by the Commission des Titres d’Ingénieur (CTI) and recognized by the French State.

It opens the door to exciting careers in France and abroad, in a wide range of fields: civil and military aviation, space, defense, mobility, energy, technological innovation…

By joining IPSA, you join a specialized, innovative and forward-looking aerospace school.

You’ll become a player in a world on the move, ready to design tomorrow’s technologies and contribute to the excellence of this engineering school renowned for its expertise in cutting-edge sectors.

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