École des Ponts is a medium-sized institution, facilitating
personal contacts. Students enrolled in the Engineering Degree programme
enjoy an individual “learning contract” and are given the
opportunity of showing initiative, through:
- Free choice of a department
- Free choice of the type of internships (while the search after internships
calls for much initiative on the part of the students)
- Choosing among various possibilities for the 3rd year ( « Research
master » programme, double degree or 3rd year abroad, MBA programmes
of the École des Ponts).
A series of internships, throughout their curriculum, is meant to introduce
the students to the various angles of an engineer’ career, while
preparing them to work in a professional context.
A dual education, both technical and managerial, aims at training engineers
who are also capable of taking into account economic and social aspects,
in order to face up to complex, real-life situations.
Courses develop from a scientific base, through various stages:
- Scientific courses (mathematics and engineering sciences), during
the undergraduate cycle
- Scientific and technical courses (including a core of main courses,
chosen among six programmes), together with courses in management and
the social sciences (introduction to Law, management and statistics),
during the master’s cycle.
- Engineering courses, during the master’s cycle only.
A wide network of international partnerships allows students to experience
different backgrounds and cultures:
- Internships abroad
- Contacts with research laboratories, in France or abroad
- Professional openings in various fields.
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