Complex Systems Engineer

Complex Systems Engineering at CentraleSupélec is a comprehensive graduate program designed to prepare students for the challenges of designing, analyzing, and managing intricate technological and organizational systems. This multi-disciplinary curriculum combines foundational engineering principles with advanced knowledge in areas such as systems theory, control, optimization, data science, and artificial intelligence. The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary to innovate and optimize complex systems across various sectors including energy, transportation, telecommunications, manufacturing, and the digital economy.

Throughout the course of study, students engage with a rigorous academic curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with practical applications. They learn to model complex phenomena, develop strategies for system integration, and implement intelligent solutions using cutting-edge tools and methodologies. The program emphasizes not only technical expertise but also the development of soft skills such as project management, teamwork, and communication, essential for leadership roles in industries that rely on large-scale system coordination.

CentraleSupélec’s strategic location and extensive network of industry partners provide students with unique opportunities for internships, industry projects, and collaborative research. This practical experience is complemented by dedicated workshops and seminars led by experts from academia and industry, which keep participants at the forefront of technological advancements and emerging trends in complex systems engineering.

The program is designed for students holding an undergraduate degree in engineering, mathematics, or related fields who aspire to become specialists capable of tackling systemic challenges in highly interconnected environments. Graduates of the Complex Systems Engineering program are well-prepared to pursue careers in system design, consultancy, research and development, or to continue their studies through doctoral programs. Overall, the program fosters an innovative mindset, analytical thinking, and technical prowess necessary for shaping the future of complex, interconnected systems in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

1st year Master’s: Complex Systems Engineering, Research route (International track)

The objective of the Research route 1st year Master’s degree program is to train students in the field of Complex Systems Engineering and particularly Industrial Engineering with a “research approach” based on modeling tools, design and management of complex industrial systems.

This training therefore aims to provide students with an understanding of the essential issues associated with design, production and distribution processes within product and service companies, and introduce them to approaches, models and tools for designing, analyzing, simulating, managing and optimizing these processes.

In term of disciplines, this training program is at the crossroads of several fields, including decision-making support, design, production, applied mathematics, operational research, management, IT, mechanics and automation.

2nd year Master’s: Design Engineering (International track)

This track teaches students through and about research in the fields of engineering and management of complex systems design (Design Engineering and Design Management).

The objective of the Design Engineering track in this Master’s program is to train students for designing and developing complex systems. Several types of complex systems are covered in the course: technical complex systems such as automobiles or planes, unique complex systems such as satellites or booster rockets, as well as socio-technical systems such as organizational, energy or healthcare systems.

Methods and tools are particularly taught with the aim of students learning how to develop models and simulations linked to representing a studied or designed system and of predicting how it will behave and perform.

The course is adapted for students wishing to learn more in the field and who intend to pursue an academic career, as well as students aiming for an industrial career within R&D departments of large organizations, management positions in the fields of product and service innovation, or design and development in any company, whatever its size or sector.

2nd year Master’s: Optimization of Industrial Systems and Logistics (International track)

The aim of the OISL track is to train 2nd year Master’s students in research in the field of optimization of industrial systems and logistics, also called supply chain management. The objective of this program is to provide students with an understanding of issues associated with research they may meet in industrial systems and logistics, along with methods and tools to help them resolve those issues.

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.

Complex Systems Engineer at CentraleSupélec is a highly interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for the rapidly evolving field of complex systems. The curriculum combines advanced coursework in mathematics, physics, computer science, and engineering to equip graduates with the skills necessary to analyze, model, and optimize complex systems found in various sectors such as energy, transportation, communications, and biology. The program emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, encouraging students to develop expertise in systems theory, control engineering, data analysis, and computational simulation. Students are exposed to state-of-the-art tools and methodologies, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, network analysis, and systems dynamics, enabling them to address complex challenges like system resilience, optimization under uncertainty, and adaptive system design. The program often involves collaborative projects, internships, and research with industry partners, providing real-world experience and fostering innovation. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in research institutions, engineering firms, technology companies, and governmental agencies, where they can contribute to designing and managing complex adaptive systems. The program is interdisciplinary in nature, promoting a holistic understanding of how interconnected components operate collectively and how to control or improve their performance. It also emphasizes sustainable development and ethical considerations in the engineering of complex systems. The duration of the program typically spans two years, culminating in a master's degree. Entrance criteria usually include a strong academic background in engineering, mathematics, or related fields, along with proficiency in English. The program is part of CentraleSupélec's commitment to excellence in engineering education and research, embodying a tradition of innovation and societal contribution.