Master of Science (MSc) Programmes
Looking for a world-class Master's programme in engineering, taught in English?
Centrale Nantes offers 5 Master of Science (MSc) programmes with a choice of specialisms for M1 and M2 entry as well as Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters - which highlight the excellence of the teaching on our master's programmes in:
- Marine Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Control and Robotics
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Our MSc programmes and the choice of specialisms
Centrale Nantes's Master of Science (MSc) Programmes are all fully accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and give full access to PhD studies in France or abroad. Choose from the specialisms detailed below.
Four of our Master of Science (MSc) programme specialisms offer high-potential students the opportunity to join our Integrated Master-PhD Track. This track draws on the areas of excellence of our research institutes and our existing MSc programmes to bring together two years of Master studies and three years at PhD level.
Marine Technology - Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc Hydrodynamics for Ocean Engineering | M-TECH HOE
Eligible Integrated Master-PhD track - MSc Atlantic Master on Ship Operation & Naval Engineering | M-TECH AMASONE
Mechanical Engineering - Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc Advanced Manufacturing | M-ENG AM
- MSc Advanced Composite Engineering and Science | M-ENG ACES (M2 entry only in 2025/26)
- Atmospheric Dynamics for Environment and Energy | M-ENG ADEE (M1 entry only in 2025/26)
- MSc Energetics and Propulsion | M-ENG EP
Control and Robotics - Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc Data Science, Signal and Image Processing | CORO DASSIP
- MSc Advanced Robotics | CORO IMARO and the Joint programme in Advanced Robotics | EMARO
Civil Engineering - Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc Materials and Structures in their Environment | C-ENG MSE
Eligible Integrated Master-PhD track
Industrial Engineering - Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc Agile Factory Management | I-ENG AFM
- MSc Smart and Connected Enterprise | I-ENG SCE
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
Centrale Nantes is currently involved in seven Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJMs) - prestigious international study programmes, jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions.
EU-funded scholarships are awarded to the best student candidates applying under annual selection rounds.
Integrated Master-PhD Track
Why choose Centrale Nantes for your degree abroad?
Excellence in education
- Over 100 years of history as a member of the prestigious Ecoles Centrale Group (CentraleSupélec, Centrale Lyon, Centrale Lille, Centrale Méditerranée)
- Ranked top 4th engineering school in France (L'Etudiant 2024)
- 125th in the world for mechanical engineering - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- 7 Erasmus Mundus Master degrees recognized for their quality and excellence by the European Union
A welcoming and inclusive environment
- Bienvenue en France award
- Online student community access prior to arrival on campus
- Scholarship opportunities
- Welcome activities. Assistance and support for accommodation, administrative procedures and help to settle in.
- Dynamic student life over 110 student clubs and associations
'Reinvent engineering'
- Access to world-class research facilities with 13 platforms across 6 research institutes
- 20 Centrale Nantes faculty members among the World's Top 2% Scientists named by Stanford University in 2023
- Business incubator open to staff and students
Our commitment to sustainable development
- No 1 in France - 2023 ranking of engineering schools most committed to transition, compiled by Les Echos START and ChangeNOW
- Workshops on the challenges of ecological and societal transition are organised for the entire school community
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Contact
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Meet us - in person or online
We regularly attend education fairs around the world and organise webinars to meet with prospective students and provide information about our study programmes.
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Apply online for our MSc Programmes
- 2025/26 intake:
M1 applications open on 30 October
M2 applications open on 15 February - Apply here
Practical Information
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- ► Employability: learn more about your prospects after an MSc at Centrale Nantes