Overview
INSA Rennes is a public engineering school in Brittany that belongs to the INSA group and celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026.
Its programme follows the group's five-year model, open to candidates from the baccalaureate up to four years of higher education, and is organised in European ECTS credits within the Licence, Master, Doctorat framework. The first two years form a common core, the Sciences et Technologies Pour l'Ingénieur department, which builds the scientific, technical, human and social foundations students need.
The last three years are spent in one of eight engineering specialities, where optional courses let students shape their own path toward the Diplôme d'ingénieur. Company internships and a semester abroad punctuate the course.
The school holds the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education for 2021-2027 and received the national Erasmus+ good practice label for its mobility project.
Health services, teaching teams and the international office work together to host incoming students with disabilities or long-term illness and to support outgoing ones. Campus life includes cultural events, an orchestra and a library, the Biblinsa.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
A snapshot of INSA - Rennes's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.
Faculties & Divisions
Subject coverage by faculty at INSA - Rennes is listed below.
Civil Engineering and Urban Planning (Department/Division) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Business Administration
- Construction Engineering
- Geology
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Labour Law
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanics
- Statistics
- Surveying and Mapping
Communication Systems and Networks (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Networks
- Computer Science
- Telecommunications Engineering
Computer Science (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Systems Analysis
Electronics and Computer Engineering (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Mathematics
Materials Science and Engineering (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Materials Engineering
- Nanotechnology
Mathematical Engineering (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Engineering
- Mathematics and Computer Science
Mechanical and Control System Engineering (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electronics and Automation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Production Engineering
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes INSA - Rennes offers is searchable and grouped by level below.
15 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Master's Degree 15 programmes
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How to apply to INSA - Rennes
What applying to INSA - Rennes involves, in five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. INSA - Rennes runs 15 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Before applying to INSA - Rennes, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for France.
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Get your documents ready
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with INSA - Rennes's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Apply through the official channel
Lodge your application through the official website (www.insa-rennes.fr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Reach out and track your application
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at 02 23 23 82 00. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about INSA - Rennes
Quick answers to common questions about INSA - Rennes.
How old is INSA - Rennes?
The institution opened in 1966 (approximately 60 years ago).
In which city is INSA - Rennes?
INSA - Rennes is based in Rennes, France.
Is INSA - Rennes a public or private institution?
INSA - Rennes operates as a public institution.
What programmes are available at INSA - Rennes?
INSA - Rennes delivers master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
Is INSA - Rennes accredited?
INSA - Rennes is accredited by Engineering Titles Commission (CTI); Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.
What is INSA - Rennes's official website?
The institution's website is www.insa-rennes.fr.
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