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École Centrale de Nantes

Nantes, France Founded 1919 World Rank #1503

Overview

English Name: École Centrale de Nantes
Acronyms: ECN
Founded: 1919
World Rank: #1503
Rank in France: #59
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École Centrale de Nantes is a higher-education institution located in Nantes, France. Founded in 1919, it operates as a higher-education provider.

École Centrale de Nantes occupies position #1503 globally and #59 within France. The institution participates in France's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

Address book entry for École Centrale de Nantes: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.

Map:
Phone: 02 40 37 16 00
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Programs Offered

École Centrale de Nantes's degree-level programme breakdown, with search. Industry-sponsored programmes often have bonded service or employment commitments — read the terms before accepting any sponsored place.

Bachelor's Degree

1 programme

At undergraduate level, École Centrale de Nantes offers 1 programme. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.

Formations des écoles d'ingénieurs Formation Bac + 3 - Bachelor en sciences et ingénierie - ingénierie généraliste General Engineering

Master's Degree

22 programmes

These 22 programmes form École Centrale de Nantes's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.

Master Ville et environnements urbains Ville et environnements urbains Environmental Sciences
Master Génie civil Génie civil Civil Engineering & Construction
Master Mécanique Mécanique Mechanical Engineering
Master Technologie marine / marine technology Technologie marine / marine technology Marine Science
Master Automatique, robotique Automatique, robotique Electrical Engineering
Master Génie industriel Génie industriel Industrial & Systems Engineering
Automatique, robotique — Temps Réel - Systèmes Embarqués Robotics & Automation
Génie industriel — Management de l'Usine Agile Industrial & Systems Engineering
Technologie marine / marine technology — Master Atlantique en Opération et Ingénierie Navales General Engineering
Automatique, robotique — Supervision - Systèmes de Production Robotics & Automation
Mécanique — Energétique et Propulsion Mechanical Engineering
Mécanique — Mécanique Numérique Computer Sciences
Automatique, robotique — Robotique Avancée Robotics & Automation
Ville et environnements urbains — Ambiances, Architecture et Formes Urbaines Architecture
Ville et environnements urbains — Atmosphère, Eau et Environnement Environmental Sciences
Mécanique — Advanced Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering
Génie civil — Matériaux et Structures dans leur Environnement Civil Engineering & Construction
Automatique, robotique — Commande des Systèmes Robotics & Automation
Mécanique — Science et Ingénierie des Structures Composites Mechanical Engineering
Technologie marine / marine technology — Hydrodynamique et Génie Océanique General Engineering
Automatique, robotique — Traitement du Signal et de l'Image Robotics & Automation
Génie industriel — Entreprise Intelligente et Connectée Industrial & Systems Engineering

How to apply to École Centrale de Nantes

Application guidance for École Centrale de Nantes, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse École Centrale de Nantes's 23 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at École Centrale de Nantes typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    École Centrale de Nantes processes applications through www.ec-nantes.fr. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at 02 40 37 16 00. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about École Centrale de Nantes

Common questions about École Centrale de Nantes answered concisely, with each answer grounded in the institution's published data.

How old is École Centrale de Nantes?

The institution opened in 1919 (approximately 107 years ago).

What city is École Centrale de Nantes in?

École Centrale de Nantes operates from Nantes, France.

What is École Centrale de Nantes's ranking?

It ranks #1503 globally and #59 in France.

How do I find École Centrale de Nantes online?

The institution's website is www.ec-nantes.fr.

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