Design trusted digital infrastructures
What is an MSc CGE in Cloud Computing?
The MSc CGE in Cloud Computing at ECE is a 5-year degree level program delivered entirely in English, on the Paris campus. In one year (90 ECTS credits), this unique program in Europe prepares you to design, govern, and secure sovereign digital infrastructures. In a context where 70% of the European cloud market is dominated by non-European players, digital sovereignty has become a major strategic issue. This MSc trains the next generation of experts capable of responding to it.

The targeted professional certification
The MSc in Cloud Computing benefits from the MSc – Master of Science label, recognized by the Conference of Grandes Écoles (CGE). This 5-year degree level label certifies the academic excellence of the program and its value to recruiters in France and internationally.
A program at the intersection of technology, law, and governance
The content
The courses presented below are given as examples. They may slightly vary according to market developments. The content is updated every year before the start of the academic year.
Assessment Methods
The assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the two years of the program.
You are evaluated through:
- Applied projects in sovereign cloud architecture and data governance.
- Case studies drawn from real issues in digital sovereignty.
- A 6-month internship with a mission report.
- An applied research memoir defended before a jury.
Careers
What are the prospects after the MSc CGE in Cloud Computing?
Graduates of the MSc in Cloud Computing from ECE gain access to strategic positions in public and private organizations, both in France and internationally. Digital sovereignty is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Europe, driven by the GDPR, Data Act, and AI Act regulations.

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Application
How to apply for the MSc CGE in Cloud Computing ?
Admission to MSc 1st year
Open to holders of a validated 3rd year undergraduated diploma (180 ECTS) in computer science, engineering, data science, applied mathematics, digital sciences, or a closely related field. Proficiency in English is essential: 100% of the courses are taught in English.
Admission to MSc 2nd year
Open to holders of a validated 4-year diploma (240 ECTS) in computer science, engineering, data science, applied mathematics, digital sciences, cybersecurity, or a closely related field. Proficiency in English is essential: 100% of the courses are taught in English.
How to apply?
- I submit my application online
- I pass the selection phase
- I receive the decision
Tuition fees
What are the tuition fees for the MSc CGE in Cloud Computing?
Investing in your training means investing in your future. Various funding options are available to support you.
Students in France 🇫🇷
- MSc 1st year 12 months €12,290
- MSc 2nd year 12 months €12,290
This category concerns students of any nationality residing in France.
€70 : admission fees
Scholarships: How to finance my studies with the help of the State?
ECE offers several financing assistance schemes
International Students 🌍
This category concerns students of foreign nationality residing outside France.
- MSc 1st year 12 months €12,290
- MSc 2nd year 12 months €12,290
As an international student, a deposit of 3,500 € is required upon enrollment to reserve your place in our school.
€70 : admission fees
+€700 : taxes
Scholarships: How to finance my studies with the help of the State?
ECE offers several financing assistance schemes
Meet us
Discover the MSc CGE events
Event type
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26/09
Campus Days in Lyon
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26/09
Campus Days in Paris
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03/10
Campus Days in Lyon
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07/10
Soirée Portes Ouvertes – ECE – Marseille – mercredi 7 octobre 2026
FAQ
Everything you need to know about the MSc CGE in Cloud Computing
All the answers to your questions about the MSc in Cloud Computing at ECE can be found in this section. Need more details? Our advisors are available to assist you.
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This program aims to train experts capable of designing and managing sovereign digital infrastructures, at the crossroads of technology, law, and strategy. In a context of accelerated digital transition, public and private organizations are seeking profiles that master the issues of cloud sovereignty, business intelligence, and regulatory compliance. This MSc precisely meets these growing market demands.
The MSc Cloud Computing is taught entirely in English. This immersive education reflects the international dimension of the program, which is open to students from diverse cultures and academic backgrounds. Proficiency in English is essential from admission, as 100% of the courses and assessments are conducted in this language.
The MSc Cloud Computing takes place over 2 years, for a total of 150 ECTS credits. You can join the program in the MSc 1st year (3rd year undergraduated) or in the MSc 2nd year (4-year degree). The academic year starts in September on the Paris campus. This program is awarded the MSc label recognized by the accreditation committee of the Conference of Grande Écoles (CGE).
Beyond technical skills, this program develops essential capabilities to manage complex projects in strategically significant environments:
- Systemic thinking and analytical skills applied to digital sovereignty issues
- Intercultural leadership and management of multidisciplinary teams from different cultures
- Strategic communication with technical, legal, and decision-making stakeholders
- Adaptability to regulatory and technological changes
- Rigor in risk management and compliance requirements
Yes. The program includes an optional 4-month internship in the 1st year and a mandatory 6-month internship in the 2nd year. There is no alternation: the pace is that of a full-time program. These experiences allow you to manage real projects in digital sovereignty within public organizations, technology companies, or consulting firms. ECE supports you through its 10,000 partner companies.
The admission process takes place in three stages: online application submission, selection phase based on documents and interview, followed by receiving the decision. The accreditation committee of ECE ensures that each candidate has the necessary foundational knowledge in computing, engineering, or digital sciences. A B2 level in English is required, as 100% of the courses are taught in this language.
ECE collaborates with over 10,000 partner companies. In the field of digital sovereignty and information networks, major players recruit graduates: OVHcloud, Thales, Capgemini, Orange Business, Atos, Sopra Steria, as well as government agencies and firms specialized in digital strategy and regulatory compliance. These organizations seek profiles capable of leading the transition to sovereign and secure networks.
By joining ECE, you become part of a community of over 40 student associations covering diverse themes: artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, business, culture, and solidarity. You will also benefit from the Intelligence Lab, a hub dedicated to generative AI, and FabriK For Good, an impact incubator, to develop your projects related to the digital strategy of tomorrow.
ECE offers comprehensive support throughout your journey, from the admission campaign to your professional integration:
- Personalized follow-up in internship search, with dedicated services active all year round
- Access to over 20,000 offers via Match’Up
- Collective and individual coaching workshops: interview, pitch, LinkedIn
- Access to the Intelligence Lab and its resources in applied AI
- Support upon arrival in France for international students, from the application campaign to obtaining the visa
At the end of the program, several paths are available to you. You can enter the job market in positions of responsibility in digital strategy, sovereign cloud, or regulatory compliance management.
You can also pursue a doctorate in the fields of digital sovereignty, trusted AI, or information systems, in an academic or industrial environment, thanks to ECE’s network of 160 international partners. The transition to management positions is rapid in this high-demand sector.
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