Energy

Energy Program at CentraleSupélec

The Energy program at CentraleSupélec is dedicated to equipping students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the field of energy, focusing on both traditional and renewable energy sources, energy management, and sustainable development. This program aims to prepare future engineers and technical specialists capable of addressing the evolving challenges of global energy transition, innovation in energy technologies, and the design of efficient energy systems.

Throughout the program, students will explore core subjects such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electrical engineering, power systems, and energy conversion technologies. Emphasis is also placed on renewable energy sources including solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass, highlighting their integration into existing energy infrastructures. Students gain hands-on experience with simulation tools, laboratory experiments, and project management, fostering a strong practical understanding of energy systems.

CentraleSupélec promotes interdisciplinary learning, encouraging collaborations with industries and research institutions to facilitate innovation in energy solutions. The curriculum is designed to develop not only technical expertise but also managerial, economic, and environmental awareness, preparing graduates to contribute effectively to the energy sector's sustainable development.

The program also offers specialization options in areas such as energy production, smart grids, energy storage, and nuclear energy, enabling students to tailor their education according to their career objectives. Graduates of the Energy program are well-positioned to pursue careers in engineering, research and development, consulting, or policy-making within the energy industry. They will be equipped to lead projects, optimize energy processes, and develop novel solutions that reconcile economic efficiency with environmental responsibility.

Joining the Energy program at CentraleSupélec means becoming part of a world-renowned technical university committed to excellence, innovation, and societal impact. Students benefit from state-of-the-art labs, partnerships with industry leaders, and a vibrant academic environment that fosters creativity and leadership. Overall, this program offers a rigorous and dynamic educational experience, preparing graduates to actively participate in shaping the future of global energy systems and contribute to sustainable development worldwide.

M1 Energy: Materials, Transfers, Electrical systems (International track)

One of the world’s most pressing challenges is to meet the fast growing demand for energy while at the same time reducing greenhouse gasses and pollutant emissions. Today, and for the foreseeable future, 80% of the energy consumed in France comes from fossil fuels (more than 85% in developed countries, and almost 100% in developing countries), but the production of renewable and nuclear energy is bound to increase sharply.

This situation opens exciting new challenges in developing cleaner and more efficient energy production methods, as well as more effective energy distribution systems. The goal of this 1st year Master’s program is to provide solid scientific foundations in the field of energy science.

In particular, it prepares students to join all 2nd year specialties offered in the Energy program of Université Paris-Saclay. The international section of the 1st year program is entitled: “Thermosciences and Materials”. All 1st year Master’s classes are taught in English; intensive French courses are scheduled for non French-speaking students in order to give them access to the 2nd year Master’s specialties, which are mostly taught in French.

2nd year Master’s: Thermal Sciences

The aim of the Thermal Sciences track is to train executives, providing a solid scientific training so that they can work in positions of highest-level responsibility in all energy sectors (production, transformation, distribution, consumption). Career opportunities for a first position are particularly strong in research and R&D positions within academic organizations, research centers in large industrial companies and development departments in small companies and start-ups.

In particular, this program prepares students wishing to pursue their studies to doctoral level in an academic or industrial environment, in the fields of energy and transport.

2nd year of Master’s: Energy Processes

The objective of the Energy Processes track is to train executives to be able to work in the highest positions in sectors involving production, transformation and use of energy. The most common career perspectives are in research and R&D careers, either in research laboratories, industrial research centers of large companies, or development departments of small companies and start-ups.

After completing this track, students can pursue a doctorate in the fields of process and materials engineering, or can begin a career in R&D in industrial companies.

2nd year Master’s: Aeronautics and Space: Mechanics, Automation and Energetics

This track is research-based. Career opportunities are of a scientific and technical nature in fluid mechanics, propulsion and systems, automation and signal processing, all applied to the field of aeronautics and space in the R&D sector.

As such, this program trains future researchers and engineers in R&D for positions in academic and industrial research centers, engineering consultancy firms or higher education.

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 Energy program at CentraleSupélec is a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the dynamic and evolving field of energy engineering. This program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating core principles of electrical, mechanical, and environmental engineering to address contemporary energy challenges. Students gain a solid foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, energy systems, and sustainable development, equipping them with the skills necessary to innovate and optimize energy production, distribution, and consumption.

The program also offers specialized courses that focus on renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and bioenergy, alongside traditional energy technologies like fossil fuels and nuclear power. Emphasis is placed on the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change. Practical training plays a significant role, with laboratory exercises, project work, and internships enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems.

CentraleSupélec fosters a strong research environment, encouraging students to participate in cutting-edge projects and collaborations with industry leaders. This exposure ensures that graduates are well-versed in the latest technological advancements and industry practices. The program also focuses on the management and economic aspects of energy systems, preparing students for leadership roles in energy companies and policy-making institutions.

Internationally oriented, the Energy program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and offers opportunities for mobility and exchange programs with partner universities worldwide. Graduates of the program are highly sought after in sectors such as energy production, consulting, research, and governmental agencies tasked with energy policy and sustainable development.

Overall, the Energy program at CentraleSupélec combines academic excellence with practical training and research opportunities, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and experience to become future leaders in the energy sector. Through a rigorous curriculum and an emphasis on innovation and sustainability, the program aims to contribute to the global transition toward cleaner, more efficient energy solutions.