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International relations are central to the development strategy of INSA Toulouse, leading the institution’s internationalization through long-term, in-depth support for academic, scientific and industrial partnerships. They are rooted in the quest for an education-research-innovation equilibrium that shapes INSA’s cooperative strategy and fosters student and staff mobility.
A team of 30 professionals implements our international policy on a daily basis
You’ll receive support and guidance from IR correspondents of the different pre-specializations and departments, coordinators of international training programs (ASINSA, IBERINSA, NORGINSA, ENGINSA, n+i, etc.), staff from the International Relations Department, task officers, and coordinators of Masters programs.
INSA Toulouse,
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The ECIU University is the first European university where learners, teachers and researchers cooperate with cities and businesses to solve real-life challenges.
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Four good reasons to study at INSA Toulouse
Quality of education
INSA Toulouse ranks among the best post-bac French engineering schools, training students into becoming innovative, open-minded future engineers.
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Support for students
INSA students benefit from a wide range of support measures, including diversity, inclusion and disability services, as well as personal guidance for professional projects (Parcours Professionnel Individualisé, PPI).
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A rich and lively campus life
More than 80 different clubs (leisure, sports, culture, science, dance, etc.) offered on our campus along the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Toulouse, a great place to live
The “pink city” is a dynamic center that features major research and industrial hubs in the fields of aeronautics, space, and health.
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Training offer
INSA Toulouse offers a five-year curriculum featuring a progressive specialization that leads to a Master of Engineering degree. Students can enroll from the 1st to the 4th year. They may choose to join an international program in the 1st year, gaining access to a broader cultural and linguistic exposure than they would have with the traditional curriculum.
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FOUR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
ASINSA
ASINSA is designed to provide Asian students with a top-flight engineering education in a French cultural context. By studying at the very heart of Europe, these students will assimilate into European culture and be prepared for pursuing international careers. In addition to cultural openness, ASINSA provides an opportunity for Asian students to further their knowledge of the French language and for French students to interact with Asian students in a multicultural environment.
For further information, please consult
Prerequisites: French baccalauréat diploma or equivalent foreign qualification, or certificate of enrollment in a higher education scientific program abroad.
Enrollment dates and procedures: Students holding a French baccalauréat apply through Parcoursup. Students holding a foreign baccalauréat (or equivalent) apply through a specific procedure (please refer to the link below, “To proceed with your application”).
Tuition: €5,100 for the 1st year (including application fees, national registration fees, specific fees and French language / FLE summer school).
To proceed with your application, click here
IBERINSA
IBERINSA is a program aimed at Spanish-speaking and French-speaking students wishing to pursue a multidisciplinary engineering curriculum. In the 1st year, 40% of scientific courses are taught in Spanish. The program comprises science, management and professional communication courses, all of which encourage students to address international and intercultural issues. From the 2nd year onward, IBERINSA students pursue the traditional engineering curriculum in French and have the opportunity to study or undertake internships abroad.
For further information, please consult
Prerequisites: French baccalauréat diploma, Spanish bachillerato diploma, or equivalent foreign qualification.
Enrollment dates and procedures: Students holding a French baccalauréat apply through Parcoursup. The INSA Group’s international committee reviews applications and rules on the admission of students with a foreign high school diploma.
Tuition: If admitted by the INSA Group’s international committee: €1,300 for the 1st year. If enrolled via Parcoursup: €601/year.
To proceed with your application, click here
ENGINSA
ENGINSA is aimed at English-speaking or bilingual students looking for a demanding multidisciplinary training program that will lead them to work as engineers, managers or executives in an international environment. From the 2nd year onward, ENGINSA students pursue the traditional engineering curriculum in French and have the opportunity to study or undertake internships abroad.
For further information, please consult
Prerequisites: French baccalauréat diploma or equivalent foreign qualification.
Enrollment dates and procedures: Students holding a French baccalauréat apply through Parcoursup. The INSA Group’s international committee reviews applications and rules on the admission of students with a foreign high school diploma.
Tuition: If admitted by the INSA Group’s international committee: €1,300 (European students) / €5,000 (non-European students) for the 1st year. If enrolled via Parcoursup: €601/year.
To proceed with your application, click here
NORGINSA
NORGINSA is a five-year top-flight engineering program for Norwegian students leading to the INSA Master of Engineering degree. Students wishing to continue their studies in Norway or another country are awarded a Bachelor’s degree after three years of successfully completed studies.
For further information, please consult
Prerequisites, enrollment fees and procedures are managed directly by a correspondent in Norway.
To proceed with your application, click here
EXCHANGE SEMESTERS
Exchange semesters are available to foreign students enrolled in an INSA Toulouse partner institution (bilateral agreement, Erasmus+, INSA Group, or ECIU). Under this scheme, foreign students can spend one or two semesters studying at INSA Toulouse.
- To find out more about the available courses in English
- To find out more about the available courses in French
Prerequisites: Exchange programs are open to foreign students whose home institution has signed an agreement with INSA Toulouse and who wish to study at INSA Toulouse for one or two semesters. To find out whether your university has such an agreement, please contact its international relations department.
Enrollment dates and procedures:
1. The home partner institution MUST email the International Relations Department of INSA Toulouse (relint.incoming@insa-toulouse.fr) the list of students selected for an exchange stay at INSA Toulouse
2. The student’s application file can then be submitted online on this platform: {lien MoveOn}
Application dates and deadlines:
• From March 1 to April 10 for the Autumn semester
• From October 1 to November 10 for the Spring semester
Students must select scientific courses from a single department and a single year of study. For all questions relating to the preparation of the learning agreement and other pedagogical matters, please contact the International Relations correspondent of the appropriate department directly. {lien Who’s Who}
Any application received by post or email will not be considered.
Fees: studying an exchange semester at INSA Toulouse in the context of an inter-institutional agreement does not incur any additional costs, aside from the standard registration fees required by your home institution.
DOUBLE DEGREE
Under the Double Degree (DD) model, students can obtain both an INSA Toulouse degree and a degree from the partner university. The DD provides a unique and exceptional training experience in an environment built on close collaboration between INSA Toulouse and the partner institution, leading to the award of a national degree in each country.
The DD model also boasts significant added value in terms of jobs, salaries and career profiles, as it constitutes an exceptional launchpad that prepares students for successful integration into the economic and international organizations of both countries. The DD curriculum is also designed to help students develop a solid command of the language and culture of the partner country.
Prerequisites:
You can apply for a Double Degree only if your institution has signed a Double Degree Agreement with INSA Toulouse. Please contact your institution to learn more about mobility opportunities.
Enrollment dates and procedures:
To apply, simply follow the steps listed in the link below.
Fees:
To proceed with your application, Click here: https://international.insa-toulouse.fr/fr/etudiants-internationaux/double-diplome/candidater
MASTER OF SCIENCE
INSA Toulouse offers four different Master’s programs co-accredited by INSA and Toulouse INP, designed exclusively for and available to international students holding a Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3)
- Aeronautics and Space: “Electronic Systems for Embedded Communications and Applications” (ESECA)
Contact: masterEseca@insa-toulouse.fr - Complex Systems Engineering: “Fluids Engineering for Industrial Processes” (FEIP)
Contact: masterFluids@insa-toulouse.fr - Complex Systems Engineering: “Water Engineering and Water Management”
Contact: masterWater@insa-toulouse.fr - Industrial Engineering: “Industrial and Safety Engineering”
Contact: masterSafety@insa-toulouse.fr - BioTechEco: “Industrial BioTechnology for a Bio-Based Economy”
Contact: biotecheco-contact@insa-toulouse.fr
To find out more about our French-language Master’s programs, please visit
ADVANCED MASTERS IN ENGLISH
INSA Toulouse offers two Advanced Master’s programs in English. Advanced Masters are one-year long degrees focusing on two professionalization objectives: technical specialization and the acquisition of dual skills. For more information, please visit the respective program websites.
- “Safety Engineering and Management” (SEAM)
https://www.safety-engineering.org/
Contact: Frédéric Duprat <duprat@insa-toulouse.fr>
- “Innovative and Secure Internet of Things Systems” (MSIoT), in partnership with Toulouse INP
https://msiot.insa-toulouse.fr/fr/index.html
Contact: Thierry Monteil <monteil@insa-toulouse.fr>
SHORT PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH
Each year, the INSA Toulouse Graduate School “Biotechnology Building Bio-based Technology” organizes a short scientific program in English called “Life cycle assessment: from theory to practical application”.
To find out more, please visit: https://bioeco.univ-toulouse.fr/biochemistry-summer-school/summer-school/
Scholarships
EIFFEL Excellence Scholarship
Each year, INSA Toulouse selects the best foreign students wishing to apply for the EIFFEL Excellence Scholarship to join a master’s or doctoral program.
The EIFFEL Excellence Scholarship is only available to foreign students selected in advance by INSA Toulouse. Applicants must be no older than 25 years of age for a Master’s degree and no older than 30 years of age for a PhD. Advanced Masters are not eligible for the EIFFEL Excellence Scholarship.
To find out more about this scholarship program, please visit https://www.campusfrance.org/fr/le-programme-de-bourses-eiffel
If you have a question and can’t find the answer on our website, please contact us at: bourse-eiffel@insa-toulouse.fr
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will I need a visa to study at INSA?
To learn whether you need a visa, please visit the French government website for a free 3-minute simulation. It will detail all the documents you’ll need to provide when applying for a visa (if you actually need one).
Where can I get help for finding accommodation and settling in Toulouse?
To simplify the process of arriving and settling in Toulouse and its surroundings, the Federal University of Toulouse has created a dedicated website providing practical information on accommodation (private and shared), the city of Toulouse and the Toulousian region, and more. Once you’ve arrived in Toulouse, consider visiting the Welcome Desk, where you can book appointments with the OFII or CAF, for example.
To find out more, please visit the Welcome Desk website.
If you’re looking for comprehensive and customized support, you can use the Toul’Box system, which offers service packages tailored to your situation and needs (for a fee). Assistance services can include accommodation booking, opening of a bank account, obtaining a transportation card, etc.
To find out more, please visit the Toul’Box website (run by the Federal University of Toulouse Midi-Pyrénées).
The INSA Toulouse International Relations team will be happy to guide you through the process.
Does INSA Toulouse offer accommodation to international students?
INSA Toulouse does not manage its own accommodation but rooms and studios operated by Promologis are available on campus.
The International Relations Department works alongside CROUS to provide university rooms for international students.
Please note that this represents only a limited number of accommodations; we cannot guarantee access to accommodation in CROUS residences.
The search for accommodation therefore falls on the international student. The International Relations Department will directly contact students eligible for CROUS accommodation (subject to availability).
Possible accommodation options in Toulouse include:
• https://www.nexity-studea.com/locations-etudiantes/toulouse
• https://www.oh-monappartetudiant.fr/
• https://www.xn--altal-dsa.fr/biens/residence-etudiante/residence-blaise-pascal/
• Homestay accommodation options: https://www.lokaviz.fr/rechercher-un-logement/
Students may also rent private accommodation in shared apartments (“colocations”), individual apartments or studios in the city center or close to the INSA campus. To find out more, please visit the Welcome Desk website (run by the University of Toulouse).
The University of Toulouse provides a service to help you find accommodation: the Toul’Box. Although this is a fee-paying service, it provides valuable assistance in finding accommodation, opening a bank account, and so on.
What administrative procedures will I have to complete upon arrival in France?
To help international students settle in French territory, Campus France has created a series of video tutorials. Available in French, English and Spanish, these videos take students step-by-step through the main administrative procedures they’ll encounter (CVEC, VISALE, social security, opening a bank account, obtaining a residence permit, etc.).
Would you like to learn more about Toulouse and its history?
Bib’INSA (the INSA Toulouse library) offers a wide range of useful materials on a variety of topics, including the history of Toulouse and its surroundings, the local culture, and more.
What is the cost of living in Toulouse?
We advise our students to consider a monthly budget of €800–900 to live and study in suitable conditions.
Contact
The International Relations Department
For all requests relating to outgoing mobility (to foreign partners): relint.outgoing@insa-toulouse.fr
For all requests relating to incoming mobility (to join INSA Toulouse): relint.incoming@insa-toulouse.fr
INSA Toulouse
135 avenue de Rangueil
31077 Toulouse cedex 4
Tél : 05 61 55 95 13
Fax : 05 61 55 95 00
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