Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering at CentraleSupélec offers a comprehensive and rigorous education designed to prepare students for the diverse challenges of the construction, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. This program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring graduates acquire a solid understanding of structural analysis, geotechnics, transportation systems, water resources, and sustainable development. The curriculum integrates advanced coursework in mathematics, physics, materials science, and computer-aided design, complemented by hands-on laboratories, design projects, and internships that provide real-world experience. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and innovative approaches to address modern engineering challenges. The program also emphasizes the importance of sustainable development, resilience, and environmental impact considerations in engineering solutions, aligning with global efforts to promote sustainable infrastructure. Throughout their studies, students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, close collaboration with industry partners, and access to cutting-edge research conducted at CentraleSupélec. The program prepares graduates for careers in consulting, construction, research, or advanced studies, equipping them with the technical expertise and ethical outlook necessary for leadership roles in civil engineering projects worldwide. Additionally, students have opportunities to participate in international exchange programs, internships abroad, and interdisciplinary projects, broadening their perspectives and enhancing their adaptability in a global context. The Civil Engineering program at CentraleSupélec aims to nurture innovative, responsible, and highly skilled engineers capable of contributing to the development of sustainable and resilient built environments for the future.

1st year of Master’s: Geomechanics: Works, Water, Reservoirs (International track)

The Civil Engineering Master’s program aims to give students a high-level scientific literacy and a technological literacy focused on current industrial challenges associated with mechanics, civil engineering and the environment. This double literacy enables students to focus on careers in research, R&D engineering or higher education, in keeping with their professional goals.

Semesters S1 and S2 of the 1st year Master’s are intentionally non-specialized, giving students freedom in their choices for S3 and S4. Classes in the 1st year Master’s are organized into coherent teaching units that help students acquire skills for organizing and managing works associated with high-level scientific and technical business activities. The first semester comprises common core modules covering the theoretical disciplines and fundamental knowledge required for all tracks. Students then choose their focus. Their focus helps them to choose their tracks for S3 and S4. The interdisciplinary nature of the course and orientation to a wide range of business sectors is the main strength of this program, particularly in terms of career perspectives.

2nd year Master’s: Geomechanics: Works, Water, Reservoirs (International track)

For the past 30 years, this track has been training specialists in understanding and modeling complex phenomena associated with geomaterials (soil, rock, concrete) and works and structures in relation to their interaction with the environment, by providing students with the fundamentals of mechanics, physics and digital modeling. These themes are sought after by research organizations and companies in civil engineering, environment and energy sectors with increasing needs in the following fields:

• Geotechnology
• Controlling natural and anthropogenic risks (drought, flooding, earthquakes, landslides, oil slicks)
• Exploration, exploitation and maintenance of reservoirs and subsurface storage sites.

For foreign national applicants (outside of the European Union and European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, Monaco or Andorra):

Consult the consular authorities concurrently to find out the procedures for obtaining your student visa. Depending on which country you are from, some authorities may ask you to use the CampusFrance facility.

The CampusFrance procedure must be followed concurrently with submission of your application to your choice of study program on the Université Paris-Saclay platform: https://apply-tc.ecp.fr/

International mobility grant (IdEx Paris-Saclay)

The IdEx Paris-Saclay project, of which CentraleSupélec is a partner, aims to promote international openness to master’s-level training programs provided by partner institutions, and to facilitate access for high-level international students wishing to develop a research training project up to doctoral level.

As such, for each university academic year, a one-year grant will be granted (for candidates accepted into the 2nd year of a Master’s degree), which can be renewed (for candidates admitted into the 1st year of a Master’s degree subject to obtaining successful results), to international students, to fund their completion of a Master’s degree with CentraleSupélec.

Applicants must first submit an application online (Application section). The person in charge of the training selects, from among the admitted, candidates to whom he will propose to apply for this scholarship. Each selected candidate will then be informed by e-mail so that they can complete their application for the scholarship; He must in particular provide the email address of two referrers who must complete their recommendations online before the deadline specified in website of  University Paris-Saclay.

Ile-de-France Master’s degree grant

International applicants for a Master’s degree may be eligible for financial support from the Ile-de-France Regional Council.

This support is for foreign national students arriving for the first time, aged 30 and under in the year of selection, and wishing to complete a Master’s degree in whichever field of studies they have chosen.

All nationalities are eligible. However, priority will be given to candidates from priority decentralized cooperation areas of the region, or developing countries, particularly in Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East or new European Union member states.

Candidates must first file an application online, specifying in the grant section that they would like to apply for the Ile-de-France grant.

After first submitting the online application for their chosen Master’s degree program and downloading the grant request form from the Ile-de-France website, international candidates must then return this with all necessary documents – before March 1 - to:

Programme Master
CentraleSupélec - Direction des Études
Bâtiment Olivier - Bureau N 104
Grande Voie des Vignes
92295 Châtenay-Malabry cedex

The Studies Board can then establish the list of eligible candidates before their grant file is sent within the decision deadline imposed by the Ile-de-France Regional Council.

Grants offered on the CampusFrance website

The CampusFrance “Campus Grant” directory provides you with quick access to information about financial support, enables you to search according to your profile and describes various government institution, local authority, company, foundation and higher education institution programs

The Civil Engineering program at CentraleSupélec is a comprehensive and rigorous interdisciplinary training designed to prepare students for the various challenges of modern infrastructure, construction, and environmental projects. This program emphasizes a solid foundation in the core principles of civil engineering, including structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, transportation systems, hydraulics, and environmental engineering. Students are introduced to advanced design methodologies, sustainable development practices, and innovative construction technologies, ensuring they are equipped to contribute effectively to infrastructural development and urban planning.

The curriculum integrates theoretical coursework with practical applications, offering students numerous opportunities for hands-on learning through laboratory experiments, project work, internships, and collaborations with industry partners. This dual approach helps develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a real-world understanding of civil engineering challenges. Throughout their studies, students are encouraged to adopt a holistic view, considering economic, environmental, and societal impacts of engineering solutions.

CentraleSupélec’s program places a strong emphasis on research and innovation, fostering an environment where students can engage with cutting-edge technologies such as smart materials, digital modeling, and Building Information Modeling (BIM). The faculty comprises experienced professors and industry professionals who guide students in current best practices and emerging trends in civil engineering.

International exposure is a core aspect of the program, with opportunities for exchanges and joint degrees with partner universities worldwide. This global perspective prepares graduates to work on international projects and in multicultural teams. The program also supports lifelong learning and continuous professional development to ensure that graduates stay updated with advancements in the field.

Graduates of the Civil Engineering program at CentraleSupélec can pursue careers in infrastructure design and management, construction, urban planning, environmental protection, and consulting. They are also well-positioned for further academic research or specialization through master's and doctoral programs. The university’s strong reputation, extensive alumni network, and proximity to key industry clusters further enhance employment prospects for graduates.

Overall, the Civil Engineering program at CentraleSupélec combines rigorous academic training with practical experience and international outlook, preparing students to become leaders and innovators in the civil engineering sector.