Clermont Auvergne INP

A public higher education institution and the engineering center of the Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA).

Clermont Auvergne INP occupies a leading position in the scientific and industrial community. Clermont Auvergne INP brings together Clermont’s 3 engineering schools (ISIMA, SIGMA Clermont and Polytech Clermont) and offers top-level scientific and technical training based on excellent research and a strong capacity for information production and innovation transfer.

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At Clermont Auvergne INP you can choose from more than 10 engineering programs and turn your passion into a rewarding career. You can join us as a full degree student:

Competitive entrance examination (after 2 years of preparatory classes)
Integrated preparatory program
Admission based on qualifications

External students can also join us via:

Exchange programs
Double-degree programs

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3 Engineering graduate schools & 10 study programs

Campus and infrastructure The school welcomes 960 engineering students in 2 main areas: mechanics, chemistry. The School has an integrated preparatory class for chemistry from the Gay-Lussac Federation and graduates 275 engineers each year capable of quickly combining their skills with those of the companies that recruit them.

Campus and infrastructure The school provides engineering studies for 1,200 students, 300 in the integrated preparatory cycle (PeiP, Polytech engineering school pathway) and 900 in engineering programs in 6 fields accredited by the Commission for Engineering Diplomas (CTI) and EUR- ACE: Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Engineering and Data Science and Physical Engineering….

Campus and infrastructure Teaching at ISIMA aims to master the fundamentals of IT and covers in a representative manner all the techniques and concepts used in this extremely important field: Software Engineering and IT Systems, Information Systems and Decision Support, Mathematical modeling and data science, Networks and computer security, Informatics of interactive systems for embedded…

Research and innovation

Clermont Auvergne INP's research strategy is closely aligned with that of the local university network as a whole, and is based on the sharing of resources via the CNRS, the Clermont-Ferrand University Hospital and the École des Mines de Saint-Etienne. INP Clermont Auvergne is also a member of 3 joint research units (UMR) covering the whole field of engineering sciences, as well as the doctoral school in engineering sciences.

LIMOS: artificial intelligence at the service of businesses

The Laboratory of Computer Science, Modeling and Optimization of Systems (LIMOS) is a Joint Research Unit (UMR 6158) in computer science, and more generally in Information and Communication Sciences and Technologies (STIC).
Pascal Institute: at the heart of the European research area

Disciplines developed at the highest international level. The Institut Pascal (IP) is a joint research unit (UMR 6602) of the Université Clermont Auvergne and the CNRS. It is a member of Clermont Auvergne INP. The IP covers all the engineering science disciplines on the local campus. As such, it is multi-disciplinary in Process Engineering, Mechanics,…
The Institute of Chemistry of Clermont Ferrand

The multidisciplinary Institut de Chimie de Clermont Ferrand is equipped with modeling and characterization tools, supported by a large array of instruments for the analysis of molecules and solids. It makes its skills and knowledge available on major societal issues.
The Doctoral School of Engineering Sciences

The Doctoral School of Engineering Sciences (ED SPI) brings together a potential 80 research professors and 4 host laboratories, including 3 CNRS Joint Research Units (UMR). Over 220 students are currently studying in PhD programs, and more than 45 dissertations are awarded each year.

International

Discover the world with Clermont Auvergne INP’s international mobility programs, which provide students with unparalleled opportunities for global education through enduring partnerships and established initiatives. Whether you’re looking to enrich your academic experience with international semesters, pursue double degrees or courses, or gain valuable insights through international company internships, our institution offers a diverse array of avenues for expanding your horizons. Embrace the chance to broaden your perspective and immerse yourself in cross-cultural learning experiences. Explore the possibilities of international incoming mobility with Clermont Auvergne INP.

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