CNAM
Paris, France
Updated May 2026
Overview
CNAM is a public institution based in Paris, France, operating as a higher-education provider within France's higher-education sector.
Teaching at CNAM covers master's and doctoral programmes, delivered through several faculties. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.
With 54,700 students on its rolls, CNAM operates as a community of learners and academics. Its campus environment shapes the daily institutional rhythm.
Location & Contact
Need to mail, call, or visit CNAM? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.
Academic Details
CNAM's student-to-faculty composition and recognition standing are listed below. Student support staff (advisers, counsellors) are typically separate from academic staff and often uncounted here.
Degrees
Each degree level at CNAM groups its qualifications below for easy comparison. The grouping makes it straightforward to find equivalent programmes across institutions.
Master's 4 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science
Doctoral 5 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Biology
- Engineering Management
- Management
- Public Health
- Technology
Other 24 programs
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Agricultural Management
- Bioengineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Documentation Techniques
- Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Food Science
- Human Resources
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Maintenance
- Industrial Management
- Information Sciences
- Insurance
- Labour and Industrial Relations
- Management
- Nuclear Engineering
- Psychology
- Safety Engineering
- Sanitary Engineering
- Tourism
Faculties & Divisions
Each faculty at CNAM covers specific subject clusters. Cross-faculty supervision arrangements at the postgraduate level are sometimes available for students whose research spans disciplines.
Industrial Sciences and Information Technology (Area) 42 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Construction Engineering
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Geology
- Heating and Refrigeration
- Hygiene
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Instrument Making
- Laser Engineering
- Law
- Machine Building
- Maintenance Technology
- Management
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Measurement and Precision Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Nuclear Engineering
- Nuclear Physics
- Organic Chemistry
- Physics
- Polymer and Plastics Technology
- Real Estate
- Safety Engineering
- Sound Engineering (Acoustics)
- Technology
- Water Management
Common Career Paths
- IT Consultant
- Network Engineer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Management and Humanities (Area) 23 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Banking
- Commercial Law
- Communication Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Economics
- Fashion Design
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology
- Insurance
- International Business
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Management
- Marketing
- Real Estate
- Sales Techniques
- Social Work
- Technology Education
- Tourism
- Town Planning
- Transport and Communications
- Transport Management
Common Career Paths
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- HR Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering School (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Engineering
- Surveying and Mapping
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
CNAM's programme finder filters by name across all degree levels. Departmental admissions criteria sometimes differ from institutional minimums — verify against the programme page before relying on either.
64 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Bachelor's Degree 2 programmes
Master's Degree 62 programmes
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How to apply to CNAM
Below is a five-step path through the application process at CNAM, useful for first-time applicants and international students.
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Identify the right programme
CNAM's catalogue includes 64 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
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Check entry requirements
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for CNAM's admissions process.
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Prepare your application documents
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
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Submit via the institution
Submit your completed application through CNAM's official website at www.cnam.fr. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
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Get in touch with admissions
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about CNAM
Quick answers to the most common questions about CNAM — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.
In which city is CNAM?
CNAM is based in Paris, France.
What is CNAM's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students study at CNAM?
CNAM has approximately 54,700 students.
What qualification levels does CNAM offer?
CNAM offers master's and doctoral programmes.
Is CNAM accredited?
CNAM is accredited by Engineering Titles Commission (CTI); Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation; Minsitry of Labour.
Where can I learn more about CNAM?
CNAM's official website is www.cnam.fr.
Top-Ranked Universities in France
National rankings in France often weight different signals than international rankings. The leaders below typically top both, but the order can differ meaningfully.
Faculties at nearby universities
Other institutions in CNAM's region offer similar admissions cycles and overlapping subject areas, listed below for comparison. Regional clusters often share employer networks and post-study career pathways.
Where Else to Study Computer Sciences
Alumni outcomes data publication varies across Computer Sciences programmes in France. Where available, post-grad employment and salary data is the best signal of programme quality beyond marketing claims.
Universities Compared with CNAM
Peer cohort diversity — gender, nationality, socioeconomic background — varies more than rankings might suggest. Diversity affects classroom dynamics and post-grad networks.
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