
Exchange Programmes
Bilateral exchange program for Incoming students.
Bilateral exchange program
Hey there, potential exchange students! You probably know France for its culinary traditions (baguette, cheese, wine …), fashion and perfume, art museums and even … opportunities for romance!
But did you know that France is also a country with a longstanding tradition of science and engineering? Did you know that we have astronauts and famous companies in the games industry? Hip mathematicians and world famous pioneers in electronic music?
Come join us and find out more at ESIEA Graduate School of Engineering!
If you are studying at one of ESIEA’s partner universities, you can apply as an exchange student under the terms of the bilateral agreement signed by our institutions. We will be delighted to welcome you to one of our campuses!
ESIEA Graduate School of Engineering offers a 5-year program in Digital Sciences and Technologies leading to an engineering degree equivalent to a Master of Science.
Our entire program is offered in French on our Laval campus and in both English and in French on our Paris campus. If you are majoring in Computer Science, you are certain to find the program and campus that are right for you!

ESIEA’s international partners
ERASMUS+ Exchange program for Incoming students
If you are studying at one of ESIEA’s Erasmus+ partner universities, you can apply as an exchange student under the Erasmus+ program. We will be delighted to welcome you to one of our campuses!
ESIEA promotes the international mobility of its students all over the world, with particular focus on member countries of the European Union. The Erasmus+ academic exchange program offers exciting opportunities all over the continent, allowing students to complete a semester or a full academic year at a partner university, or an internship at a European company.
More than 620,000 French people have benefited from this European programme since it started in 1987.
Erasmus+ participants receive mobility support according to the number of months/days of their stay at the partner campus. This support is provided by the student’s home institution and funded by the European Commission.

Nomination and Application Deadlines
Nomination Deadline & Application Deadline
Nomination Deadline | Application Deadline | |
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Autumn Semester | Mid April | Early May |
Spring Semester | Mid September | Early October |
Academic Calendar
ESIEA’s academic calendar differs according to the level of study. Most exchange students come to us during their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of higher education. The dates given here are approximate.
Autumn Start Date | Autumn End Date | Spring Start Date | Spring End Date | |
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3rd year | Early September | Mid January | End January | End June |
4th year | Late August | Late December | Early January | Early April |
5th year | Beginning September | End January | N/A | N/A |

ECTS-based study system
ECTS Credit System
ESIEA follows the Bologna directives, ensuring compatibility with European higher education standards.
- One fully validated semester grants 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).
- One academic year corresponds to 60 ECTS.
Language Requirements & Support
- ESIEA requires a B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) in the language you choose to study in.
- For students studying in English, ESIEA offers “Survival French” lessons to help with daily life in France.

Documentation for international students
Our resources are here to assist you, download the latest documents and get in touch with the International Relations Office.