Back to school – at ECE engineering school – March 2026

Our Off-Cycle Intakes

Bachelor, Engineer & MSc Master of Science

The off-cycle intake allows students to begin their studies outside the traditional September start. This option is suitable for students who wish to change their field or pathway without losing a year.

Did you make the wrong choice of orientation and now wish to reorient quickly ?
The off-cycle intake allows you to avoid losing a year by completing an accelerated semester in tailored conditions with small groups, enabling you to directly join:

Engineer Program : Off-Cycle Intakes in March 2026

The Engineering Program is designed for students who want to gain strong knowledge in engineering, science, and technology. The program is focused on project-based learning and helps students become skilled and creative engineers.

Our off-cycle intake in the 1st year of the Preparatory Cycle, available exclusively on the Paris campus, allows you to complete 18 weeks of intensive courses and directly enter the 2nd year starting in September 2026 across all ECE campuses.

This accelerated program builds on the knowledge and methods already acquired during the first semester. It is based on courses in mathematics, physics, applied physics, and computer science.

Prép’Ac ECE gives access to :

• Over 10 years of expertise and a 94% success rate (progression to the 2nd year at ECE)
• A Health major for students with a medical background, as well as 11 other majors across diverse fields
• Personalized support
• A balance between in-person teaching (lectures, tutorials, and practicals) and independent study

Admission process for the Off-Cycle Prép’Ac Intake of the Engineering Program:

Are you currently in your first year of medical studies (PASS or L.AS), in Math Sup, in a Scientific L1 or other specializations, holding a general baccalauréat with mathematics and physics specialties, and looking to reorient your path?

You can join the 1st year of the ECE Preparatory Cycle in an accelerated format starting in March 2026 on our Paris campus.

• National applicants: from November 2025 until the end of February 2026 via the AvenirPlus admissions platform.
• International applicants: from July 2025 through our Omnes Education Eligibility Questionnaire platform.
  
• Admission steps :
  1. Review of the academic application.
  2. Motivational interview (if eligible following the application review).
  3. Final admission decision.
     
• Application fee: €100* (€40 for CROUS scholarship holders) / €50 for international applicants.
  
• Available spots : 40
  
• Tuition fees: €7,990 for French students / €8,490 for international applicants.
  
• Start date :Monday, March 2nd 2026
  
• Intake offered exclusively on the Paris campus.

Bachelor Program: Off-Cycle Intake in March 2026

The ECE Bachelor in Computer Science is a program that provides students with comprehensive training in computer science and digital technologies. It combines specialized courses with hands-on experiences, giving students a strong understanding of digital technologies.

The program also includes several workshops and practical projects that help students develop their skills in a professional environment.

Our off-cycle intake in the 1st year of the Bachelor, available on the Paris campus, allows you to complete 18 weeks of intensive courses and directly enter the 2nd year starting in September 2026 on one of our six ECE campuses.

MSc Program: Off-Cycle Intake in March 2026

This program provides the managerial and technical skills essential for mastering data analysis, enabling the collection of information needed for strategic decision-making as well as the creation of innovative services.

Our off-cycle intake allows you to join the MSc in the 1st year, in a 100% English curriculum. The program consists of one semester of courses followed by a 6-month internship.