Mechanics Program
| Master | 2 Years - 120 ECTS |
| Course Start | September |
| Languages | English / French |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus |
Description
The Master’s program in Mechanics develops advanced expertise in structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, waves, metamaterials, environmental sciences, and renewable energy systems. It interfaces mechanics with physics, chemistry, and applied mathematics, and equips students with a strong fundamental basis for academic and industrial career paths.
The first year provides a foundation in theoretical and applied mechanics, ensuring analytical, modelling, and computational skills, and exposure to research. The second year enables specialization through advanced courses and research-oriented projects.
Courses are delivered by faculty from Institut Polytechnique de Paris (ENPC, ENSTA and École polytechnique) and Sorbonne University, ensuring strong theoretical and methodological training. The program is closely associated with six internationally recognized research laboratories of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IMSIA, LadHyX, LMD, LMI, LMS and Navier) for direct application into research activities and early exposure to research.
The program is affiliated with PhD track programs in Advanced Materials and Mechanics, facilitating transition towards doctoral studies. Excellence scholarships and registration fee waivers may be provided in selective cases.
Tracks
Master Year 1
Master Year 2
PhD tracks
Objectives
This master's degree aims to enable students to:
- Master fundamental knowledge and acquire general concepts in mechanics and various related domains;
- Implement the scientific knowledge and concepts in the framework of original and personal research projects.
General admission prerequisites
Academic prerequisites
- Bachelor's of Sciences in Mechanics, Physics or Mathematics
Language prerequisites
- English (B2)
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
Career opportunities
Graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers in academic and industrial research laboratories, or directly in advanced applicative domains like aerospace, biomedical engineering, energy and the environment.
