Grande Ecole program

Degree Master's Degree — Bac+5

Entry Level High School Diploma to Bac+4

Format Full-time & Work-study

Languages French & English

Campuses Paris-Villejuif

Intakes September & January

Degree Awarded
Grade de Master

Ranked #1 in AI & Data Science in France

2024 2025 2026

Degree Awarded:
Postgraduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Entry Level:
Terminale, Bac+1, Bac+2, Bac+3, Bac+4
Format:
Initial training
Language:
English & French
Location:
Paris Villejuif Campus

Ranked #1 in AI & Data Science in France

Rankings

#1^✦

AI & Data Science in France — Eduniversal 2024, 2025 & 2026

Success

99^%

Degree pass rate

Certifications

Microsoft & AWS certifications incorporated into the curriculum

Warranty

10^years

Free updated modules — Diploma update guarantee©

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Grande École Programme

Become Engineer^®
at the leading school for AI & Data

A five-year programme, from A-levels to Master’s degree. A blended programme combining technical expertise, business acumen and AI ethics.

Master’s degree Paris–Villejuif Sept. & Jan. FR & EN

Available via Parcoursup

Open to students from the final year of secondary school up to the fourth year of higher education — bespoke study programmes
Work-study scheme available from the third year onwards
AI Clinic — real-world projects from Year 1 onwards
Study Trip to California + UC Berkeley Certificate
Guarantee that the qualification will be kept up to date©

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Accredited qualification — what it means

The Master’s degree : the highest level of academic recognition in France

State-recognised · Ministry of Higher Education · Order of 24 February 2023

Acknowledgements

On a par with the best universities and Grandes Écoles in France — recognised in France and internationally by businesses and public bodies.

Access & Careers

Opens the door to senior management positions, civil service recruitment exams requiring a five-year post-secondary qualification, and doctoral programmes in France and across Europe.

Proven skills

Officially certifies the ability to design, develop and manage AI solutions in a complex working environment.

Result

95 per cent students on the Grande École Programme
are awarded a Master’s degree.

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Everything you need to know about the Grande École Programme

Brochures, fees, funding, work-study schemes — our admissions team will get back to you within 48 hours.

01Full brochure — programme, price lists and terms and conditions sent immediately.
02Dedicated adviser — a personalised consultation to help you plan your learning path according to your level.
03Financing simulation — grants, work-study schemes, the CPF: all options explored.
04Campus tour — by appointment.

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Intake dates: September & January

The programme in figures

Results that speak for themselves

5 years

Baccalaureate → Master’s degree

96%

Student satisfaction

100%

A job that matches your qualifications

43K€

Average gross annual salary + €4,500 in bonuses from the first year onwards

What sets us apart

What makes Aivancity unique

Beyond the lessons, an educational philosophy designed to tackle the challenges of real-world AI.

01
Guarantee of diploma updates©
For 10 years after graduation, you can return to take updated modules free of charge — either online or on campus. Each update is incorporated into your degree, which is tamper-proof thanks to blockchain technology. A world first.
Unique in France
02
AI Clinic
Real-world projects commissioned by partner companies. Work experience from the first year onwards. Over 100 organisations supported.
Real-world projects
03
Work-study programme in Years 4 and 5
Work-study schemes are available in the 4th and 5th years, subject to certain conditions depending on the year in which you join the programme. The company covers 100 per cent of the tuition fees and pays a monthly salary.
Funding available
04
Responsible & Ethical AI
Ethics is woven throughout the entire curriculum. Our AIgineers® take societal issues into account in every technical decision they make. aivancity is a mission-driven company.
Purpose-driven company
05
5 Microsoft & AWS certifications
A globally recognised qualification each year, incorporated into the programme and immediately valuable in the job market.
Microsoft · AWS · Azure
06
International expansion
Bilingual courses and a learning trip to California with a UC Berkeley certificate for eligible students. Over 50 academic partnerships worldwide.
UC Berkeley Certificate

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Your career path

5 years to become Engineer^®

Join the programme from the final year of secondary school up to the fourth year of higher education, depending on your entry level.

1
Year 1 — One year after A-levels
AI & Data Fundamentals
Post-A-level
- Maths & Statistics
- Python Programming
- Business & Organisation
- Business English
Certification
Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals
2
Year 2 — Two years after A-levels
Data & Analysis
Data processing
- SQL & databases
- Advanced statistical analysis
- Data visualisation
- Agile methods
Certification
Power BI Data Analyst (Associate)
3
Year 3 — Bac+3
Machine Learning
Work-study scheme available
- ML & Deep Learning Algorithms
- NLP & Computer Vision
- AI Clinic
- Work placement / work-study scheme
Certification
AWS Machine Learning – Specialty
4
Year 4 — 4 years of higher education
Advanced engineering
Specialisation
- MLOps & the cloud
- Generative AI & LLM
- AI Project Management
- Long-term work placement
Certification
Azure Data Scientist Associate
5
Year 5 — 5 years of higher education
AI Expertise & Leadership ✦
Master’s degree
- AI Strategy in Business
- Ethics & Responsible AI
- Research thesis
- Study Trip to California
Certification
Azure AI Engineer (Associate)

You may join in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year, depending on your level. The Bachelor’s programme is taught in French, whilst the Master’s programme is taught in English.

Employability

Careers with a future,
as soon as it’s released

The most sought-after roles in the AI and data sector, across all industries.

01
AI Engineer — AIgineer®
Design and deployment of AI solutions, from strategy to code.
AI Architecture
02
Data Scientist
Extracting value from vast amounts of data to inform decision-making.
Top jobs in 2030
03
ML / Deep Learning Engineer
Development of machine learning models for high-impact applications: computer vision, NLP, generative AI.
LLM & Gen AI
04
Big Data Consultant
Strategic advice on structuring and utilising data assets at scale.
Data Strategy

And also: Data Engineer, MLOps, AI Product Manager, Chief Data Officer…

All professions

They chose Aivancity

Over to our students

Different journeys, the same conviction.

"
aivancity offers everything an AI student needs: advanced programmes, cutting-edge resources and real-world career opportunities from the very first year.
Wiam
PGE student
"
It was this unique blend of AI, business and ethics that won me over. aivancity has given me peace of mind about my future, thanks to the field itself and the way the programmes are constantly evolving.
Paul
PGE graduate
"
Ethics is a key focus of the programme — I consider it essential. The innovative approach and the quality of the campus were the final factors that convinced me.
Maxime
4th-year PGE student

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Paris-Villejuif Campus

A campus designed for
learning in a different way

360° of AI and meaning. Open to the city, connected to the future — the Villejuif campus embodies aivancity’s educational philosophy.

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151 Boulevard Maxime Gorki, VillejuifMetro Line 7 – Villejuif Louis Aragon, 5-minute walk · 15 minutes from Place d'Italie · Tram T7

01Immersive arena — a non-lecture-theatre space for discussion, experimentation and sharing. Hybrid rooms connected between Paris and Nice.
02Project and prototyping spaces — creative spaces, co-working areas, interactive classrooms equipped with 86-inch touchscreens.
03Educational robots — Pepper, Nao, Nova and Awabot, to explore advanced applications of AI and robotics.
04Eco-friendly campus — Certified to HQE Exceptional and BREEAM Excellent standards. Smart lighting, optimised acoustic comfort.
05With a view of the city — over 50 events a year, more than 4,000 participants. Strategic partnership with the City of Villejuif.

Wi-Fi 6E Canteen Gym Exceptional HQE BREEAM Excellent

Come and meet us

Come and discover aivancity
in person

Open days on campus, online information sessions, advisory meetings — choose the format that suits you best.

Open Days & Online Sessions

Open Days & information sessions

Visit the Paris-Villejuif campus or take part in an online session — meet students, lecturers and the admissions team.

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One-to-one interview

Consultation appointment

Have a one-to-one discussion with an admissions adviser to review your profile, your goals and the enrolment process.

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PGE

Upcoming intakes — Sept. & Jan.

Ready to become
Engineer^® ?

Join the next intake and get ready to lead the AI revolution in the organisations of tomorrow.

Paris-Villejuif Campus · A-levels to Bachelor’s degree · Intakes in September and January

Work-study scheme

Work-study placements are available in the 4th and 5th years of the Grande École Programme, subject to certain conditions depending on the year you joined and your circumstances. The company covers 100 per cent of the tuition fees and pays a salary.

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The entrance examination

A fair and comprehensive process, designed to uncover talent in all its forms.

Year 1 — French A-level students

Apply via Parcoursup. Academic record + interview.

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Competition rounds

Event Duration Objective

Academic record — Career and achievements (coefficient 4)

Multiple-choice questions on digital and verbal logic

Post-A-level