Introducing the French Network n i Programmes

Introducing the French Network « n+i » Programmes for Top Level Engineering Students with International Aspirations (Pierre Dauchez – p. dauchez@nplusi. com) (Sophie Leban – s. leban@nplusi. com)

« n+i » is a Network of Engineering Institutes Ø About 55 « Grandes Écoles » Polytech(s), Gem Nantes, CESI, ENSI Caen, Arts et Métiers Paris. Tech, Supélec, ENSEEIHT, ENS Chimie Nancy, ENSAIA, ENSAT, ENSEM, ENSG, INSA(s), ESIEE, ENSIL, ESTP, ENSMM … Ø Located in over 40 French cities Lille, Nantes, Angoulème, Caen, Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, Nancy, Bordeaux, Strasbourg, Bordeaux, Angers, Brest, Aix en Provence, Nice, Metz, Limoges, Clermont-Ferrand, Besançon, Rennes, La Rochelle … Ø Covering all Fields of Engineering Energy, Building, Computer, Materials, Industrial, Agriculture, Environment, Food sciences, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technologies, Nanotechnologies, Agriculture, Architecture …

French engineering institutes members of Network « n+i »

Objective of « n+i » Programmes To train engineers with international aspirations Ø Top training in sciences and technology Ø Fluency in English national n + Ø Ø Ø Training in Management of international projects Exposure to different cultures A good command of one or two foreign languages Being creative and open-minded Preparation to communicate Improving autonomy and adaptability international i

Some figures of « n+i » Ø 16 years of experience Ø 2 500 Postgraduates from 73 countries since 1998 Ø 35% are women Ø over 90 agreements with top universities all over the world

« n+i » Partners

« n+i » is an International Network Ø 90 partnerships with top universities all around the world Japan, Australia, China, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Indonesia, Colombia, Mexico, Argentina, Greece, Romania, Hungary, Thailand, Jordan, Ukraine, Malaysia … Ø Companies Michelin, Freyssinet, Technip, Total, etc. → For scholarships, apprenticeship …

2 main Cooperation Programmes Ø MOU – Memorandum of Understanding Basic agreement (foreign university and n+i) No double degree (only receive single degree) Limited commitment Ø MOA – Memorandum of Agreement Double degree agreement (foreign university and n+i) Applicable to a list of compatible Masters (not defined there) Strong commitment + Associate MOA Double degree agreement (foreign university and French institute) Applicable to compatible Masters defined by the relevant professors Very strong commitment

« n+i » Master programmes

Two main Master Programmes: « n+ » and « i » Master’s Degree “n+” (Diplôme d’ingénieur) 2 -Year Programme Master’s Degree “i” (International Master) 2 -Year Programme National Master’s degrees European standard, recognized worldwide Access to doctoral programmes Same degree as French students Accredited by national committees Eligibility for work permit (post-graduation) To train project managers “n+” means Master with Honours French scholarships available Standard 2 -year format Taught in French Professional and/or specialized training Possible recognition of prerequisites (flexible) Ex: 1 year in France - M 2 Corporate sponsorship Often taught in English

Master’s degrees in an « n+i » institute in France Master “n+” or Master “i” Year 2 Master 2 – Semester A Internship (3 months) Master 1 – Semester B Year 1 Master 1 – Semester A PIM – Methodological Integration Package PIC - Cultural Integration Package Internship (6 months - company or laboratory) B 2 B 1 PIL – Linguistic Integration Package Local bachelor degree Personalized welcome in France French minimum level: A 2

« n+i » International Bachelor

International Bachelor Ø Concept § 6 -12 months experience in France § Tailor-made academic curricula according to the needs of the university country which delivers the Bachelor degree § Programs options: Øengineering science and technology; human and social sciences; company or lab internships § International bachelor does not lead to a French degree but credit transfer is possible Ø Objectives § Discover a new culture, language, ways of living, thinking and working § Meet students from all over the world § Make richer studies path § Good opportunity to get ready for « n+i » Masters in France

International Bachelor 30 months Depending on the university 24 months 18 months 12 months Master by apprentice ship Depending on the university Professional internship in France Professional internship in home country Internship in university lab Master « n+ » / « i » Master « i » M 2 in the home country Master « i » M 2 in France Master « i » M 1 in France Back to home country INTERNATIONAL BACHELOR Last year of Bachelor PIL PIC

Jobs opportunities ØThe average salary for a first job in France for a junior engineer is € 36, 000 gross per year (+ 15 to 20 % for international experience) Ø In 2013, in France, more than 90% of students in Engineering had employment offers before their graduation! Ø Apprenticeship Training: a degree, one experience, a salary i. e. a funded training!

New « n+i » programmes

« n+i » short programmes Ø Dedicated to all engineering sciences students wishing to experiment a unique cultural and linguistic experience in France Ø Concept: 24 -day full immersion in French cultural environment with a specific added value since the whole programme focuses on Sciences et Technologies Ø Content: 2 modules § French classes and cultural visits § Science and Technology activities: conferences, workshops, labs and industrial sites visits Ø Calendar : from July 18 st 2014 to August 10 th Ø Fees: € 2900 (from Paris to Paris / all included) ØMore info: www. nplusi. com/shortprogrammes@nplusi. com

« n+i » Pre-Doc Programme Ø Programme dedicated to all students with a Master degree (ex: young lecturers at University) who want to complete their academic background with a Doctorate in France Ø Programme in two parts: § Personnal assistance: « n+i » offers to put in contact the Ph. D candidate with the most appropriate French labs → distance initial contact (interview, etc. ) → cost: € 1350 § Orientation and selection stay in France (optional): → direct contact (visit of the lab, meeting with the research team, find out about the cultural environment, etc. ) → cost: to be paid by the student

Other ongoing projects Ø ERASMUS Plus § Network « n+i » is from now on eligible to European call for proposal § Search for new partnerships in order to develop mobilities (students / professors / staff) Ø Your office in Paris (Maison de l’Ingénieur) § 14 offices to rent available from 2015 Ø Annual meeting of partners (crosslink meeting) § « n+i » International Community

To be remembered Academic Programs for Top Level Engineering Students with International Aspirations www. nplusi. com (for information and free on-line applications)