Bring the applications of tomorrow to life
What is a Data and AI Developer Bachelor ?
The Data and AI Developer Bachelor at ECE is a 3rd year undergraduate level training. It prepares you to collect data, implement AI algorithms, and deploy intelligent applications in businesses.
Offered in French on the campuses of Lyon and Bordeaux, this 3-year program emphasizes practice and solving real-world problems. Every sector today is looking for developers who can integrate AI into real environments.

The targeted professional certification
The Data and AI Developer Bachelor’s program prepares for the professional certification of “AI Developer” at level 6, awarded by Simplon.co and registered under RNCP number 37827. This level 3rd year undergraduate degree is recognized by France Compétences. It certifies operational skills that are directly valued by recruiters.
A technical foundation to master data and AI
Content
The courses listed below are provided as examples. They may vary according to market developments. Content is updated each year before the start of the academic year.
Assessment Methods
The assessment is based on continuous monitoring throughout the 3 years. You are assessed through:
- Applied technical projects addressing real business issues.
- Semester hackathons and report defenses.
- A Final Graduation Project defended before a jury.
- An internship in a company, with a mission report.
For work-study students, diploma validation includes an examination before a qualified professional jury, consisting of 4 tests: professional situation simulation, technical interview, final interview, and questionnaire.
Careers
What are the job opportunities after the Bachelor in Data and AI Developer?
With a Bachelor in Data and AI Developer from ECE, you gain access to high-value technical positions in digital service companies, startups, or private and public organizations with dedicated IT departments.

These careers are in digital, finance, health, industry, or within startups.
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Our campuses in France
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Your engineering school in Bordeaux
On the banks of the Garonne, our rehabilitated warehouses house modern and functional spaces designed to support you throughout your journey.
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Your engineering school in Lyon
Inaugurated in 2025, the Citadelle building offers spaces fully designed for new ways of learning and collaborating.
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Application
How to apply for the Bachelor in Data Development and AI ?
Admission to Bachelor 1st year
Open to holders of a general baccalaureate, STI2D, STMG or technological vocational baccalaureate.
Admission to Bachelor 2nd year
Open to holders of a validated 1st year undergraduate in computer science or in a technological field.
Admission to Bachelor 3rd year
Open to holders of a scientific or technological BTS, or a 2nd year undergraduate in technology.
Your application
- I submit my application online via the application form.
- My application is reviewed and I take a test in front of a jury.
- I receive my eligibility result.
- I finalize my online registration.
Tuition fees
What are the tuition fees for the Bachelor in Data and AI Developer ?
Investing in your education is investing in your future. Tuition fees vary depending on the year of enrollment. Various funding options are available to support you.
Students in France 🇫🇷
- 1ère année 12 mois 8 150 € TTC
- 2ème année 12 mois 9 190 € TTC
- 3ème année 12 mois 9 390 € TTC
- 3ème année rentrée décalée (Développeur IA) 8 990 €
La certification professionnelle est aussi accessible avec la VAE/VAP. En savoir plus. L'ECE vous propose plusieurs dispositifs d'aide au financement.
- 3rd year 12 months 3rd year of a work-study program: costs covered by the host company
This category applies to students of any nationality residing in France.
+70€ : admission fees
Scholarships: How to fund my studies with state assistance?
ECE offers you several financing assistance mechanisms
International Students 🌍
This category concerns students of foreign nationality residing outside of France.
- 1st year 1 year €8 850
- 2nd year 2 years €9 890
- 3rd year 1 year €10 090
For all international students from outside Europe, an additional €700 covers administrative support during the enrollment process (visa, housing, paperwork). The ECE offers several financial aid programs.
+€70 : admission fees
+€700 : taxes
Scholarships: How to fund my studies with state assistance?
ECE offers several financial aid programs
Meet us
Discover Bachelor events
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Soirée Portes Ouvertes – ECE – Marseille – mercredi 7 octobre 2026
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Immersion in Marseille
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Matinée Portes Ouvertes – ECE – Marseille – samedi 28 novembre 2026
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Soirée Portes Ouvertes – ECE – Marseille – mercredi 16 décembre 2026
FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Data and AI Developer Bachelor
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This Bachelor program trains operational experts in development and AI. You learn to collect, analyze, and utilize data, integrate artificial intelligence models, and deploy intelligent applications. At the end of 3 years, you will master the entire development cycle of an AI application. You are ready to enter the job market or continue your studies towards a Bac + 5.
Yes. This Bachelor prepares for the professional certification of “Developer in Artificial Intelligence” at level 6, registered under number RNCP 37827. This title is awarded by Simplon.co and recognized by France Compétences. It is valued by large companies as well as startups specializing in AI and data.
The program spans 3 years, for a total of 180 ECTS credits. You can join the program in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year depending on your profile.
Yes. The apprenticeship is available in the 3rd year of the Data and AI Developer Bachelor’s program. This structure (2 weeks in training, 3 weeks in the company) allows you to enhance your skills quickly in a real-world setting. The tuition fees for this year are covered by the host company. It’s a particularly effective pathway to secure a job immediately upon graduation.
Yes. Internships are integrated over the 3 years, for a total of 10 months of professional experience. You will undertake a discovery internship in the 1st year, an in-depth internship in the 2nd year, and a long internship of 4 MONTHS or an apprenticeship in the 3rd year. With over 10,000 partner companies, the school actively supports you in your search.
Throughout the training, you will work with tools and technologies used by professionals in the field:
- Programming languages: Python, SQL, REST API.
- Technologies for integrating and deploying AI models.
- Database management and test automation tools.
- Continuous delivery and application monitoring environments.
These technical skills make you immediately operational in the workplace.
In addition to technical skills, this Bachelor’s program allows you to develop essential abilities to analyze needs and propose suitable solutions:
- Rigorousness and the ability to solve complex problems.
- Teamwork on multidisciplinary technical projects.
- Adaptability to the rapid evolution of digital technologies.
- Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- The meaning of ethical and environmental responsibilities related to AI.
By joining the school, you become part of a large community of over 40 student associations. They cover various themes: AI, data, entrepreneurship, sports, culture, and solidarity. You also gain access to the Intelligence Lab, a hub dedicated to generative AI, and the FabriK For Good, a student incubator focused on impact.
Yes. By joining ECE, you become part of an active Alumni community made up of digital experts working in various companies. This network opens concrete doors for you: connections with recruiters, feedback from graduates, and networking events. The OMNES Education group amplifies this network on a national and international scale.
Upon completion of this Bachelor’s degree, you can directly enter the job market in positions as an AI developer, machine learning engineer, or data specialist. You can also continue your studies towards a Master’s degree at a prestigious engineering school or a specialized institution, thanks to a solid progressive learning experience:
- The engineering program at ECE.
- An MSc – Artificial Intelligence or MSc – Data Management at ECE.
- A Master’s in Data Engineering at ECE.
- A Bac + 5 program at another higher education institution.
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