MSc Data Engineering and Cloud Computing

Degree RNCP Level 7 qualification — Bac+5/6

Entry Level Bac+3, Bac+4 or Bac+5

Format Full-time & Work-study

Languages French & English

Campuses Paris-Villejuif

Intake November

RNCP
Niv. 7

RNCP Level 7 qualification

Large-scale Data Infrastructure and Processing Expert

Ranked #3 Master's in Big Data & Data Science in France

2026

Degree Awarded:
Master of Science in Data Engineering & Cloud Computing (5 or 6 years of higher education) – RNCP Level 7 – Expert in infrastructure and big data processing
Entry Level:
Bac+3, Bac+4, Bac+5
Format:
Initial training
Language:
English & French
Location:
Paris-Villejuif

Our programme is ranked 3rd amongst Master’s, MS & MBA programmes in Big Data & Data Science in France

Why study data engineering?

The job market for these professions is booming, offering numerous opportunities in the internet and software sector, in organisations seeking to harness the potential of their data to create value, as well as in the public sector and in research and development laboratories… The tools and methods used in data science are evolving as the volume of data increases. Experts can therefore look forward to large-scale projects and excellent career prospects.

The programme prepares you for the following careers:

Data Engineer
Data refers to the digital information created by clients, consumers and members. The data engineer is the first to access and manage these datasets. Information, videos, photos, comments, questionnaires… Data processing is vital for supporting a company’s strategy and management. An immense resource when properly utilised, it is, of course, linked to artificial intelligence.
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Data architect
Data is now used by all sectors to guide their strategy, improve performance and gain a competitive edge. The data architect prepares the organisation to undertake a big data project. They creatively solve data-related problems, addressing technical challenges whilst driving growth objectives.
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To summarise, the data architect organises the project, the data engineer manages the raw data, the data scientist extracts value from it, and the data analyst interprets it.

What are the career prospects in the field of data science?

After gaining some experience, data engineering specialists can progress to roles in data management, leadership or consultancy.

Big Data Consultant
Head of Data (in a private company or a public body)

Companies that recruit our students and graduates

2025 Integration Survey

The 2025 Graduate Employment Survey assesses the employment situation of aivancity’s 2024 graduates, twelve months after graduation. Conducted with a response rate of over 90 per cent and individual follow-up, it ensures reliable and representative results. It serves as a strategic indicator that is fully integrated into the school’s quality assurance and continuous improvement process.

90%

Net integration rate

44,500 €

Average gross annual salary

57%

Access to employment in under 3 months

86%

Permanent contract

Full results

Discover the detailed results of the 2025 employment survey — by programme, by profession and by sector.

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In line with previous cohorts, the 2025 graduate employment survey confirms the strong standing of the MSc in Data Engineering within strategic technical data roles.
Twelve months after graduation, the results show that graduates have found employment quickly and, for the most part, have maintained stable positions, driven by highly technology-intensive skills: data architecture, cloud computing, data pipelines, MLOps and the deployment of industrial AI.
Graduates go on to work in technology sectors, consultancy firms and international groups where expertise in data engineering is a key driver of transformation. The level of remuneration observed reflects the strategic value of these skills in the market.

To offer you promising career prospects

Work placements and work-study schemes: aivancity offers its students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience to help them improve their employability.

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