Structure and Methodology
The MODSICOPSYS programme is a two-year (120 ECTS) Master’s degree, structured as follows:
- Semesters 1 & 2: Core courses at partner universities, tailored to students’ backgrounds (engineering or applied mathematics).
- Semester 3: A common specialized semester in Besançon, France, where all students receive high-level training from leading researchers.
- Semester 4: Research thesis at partner universities, research labs, or industrial partners.
Key Features
- Multidisciplinary approach: Combining engineering, applied mathematics, and physics.
- Innovative pedagogies: Including team-based projects, online courses, and experimental facilities (on-site and remote).
- Strong industry connections: Collaborations with Airbus, Siemens, European Space Agency, and more.
Eligibility & Application Process
Who can apply?
- Students with a background in engineering or applied mathematics.
- Candidates with a strong academic record and motivation to work on modelling, simulation, and control of complex systems.
Application Requirements:
- Academic transcripts
- CV and motivation letter
- Two recommendation letters
- Proof of English proficiency
Selection Criteria:
- Academic excellence
- Relevance of prior studies
- Motivation and recommendations
- Diversity and gender balance considerations
Scholarships
Self-funded students are also welcome
50 full Erasmus Mundus scholarships
Additional scholarships for students from targeted countries
Mobility & Partner Universities
International Study Path
Students experience academic mobility across at least three different countries, following these tracks:
Engineering Track
- Semester 1 & 2:
- Marie & Louis Pasteur University (France)
- University of Bologna (Italy)
- University of Groningen (Netherlands)
- TU Ilmenau (Germany)
- Semester 3: Common semester in Besançon (France)
- Semester 4: Master’s thesis at partner universities or industry
Applied Mathematics Track
- Semester 1 & 2:
- University of Groningen (Netherlands)
- University of Wuppertal (Germany)
- TU Ilmenau (Germany)
- Semester 3: Common semester in Besançon (France)
- Semester 4: Research thesis at universities or industry
This structured mobility enhances cross-cultural collaboration and research exposure.
Partners / Partenaires
Our Academic and Industrial Network
MODSICOPSYS is built on a strong international consortium of universities and industrial partners:
Partner Universities
- Université Marie et Louis Pasteur (France)
- Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (France)
- University of Bologna (Italy)
- University of Groningen (Netherlands)
- Technical University of Ilmenau (Germany)
- University of Wuppertal (Germany)
Industrial and Research Partners
- Airbus, Siemens, Thales Alenia Space, European Space Agency (ESA)
- French Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), German Aerospace Center (DLR)
- Startups and SMEs specializing in robotics, energy management, and process control
These partnerships ensure a strong industry-relevant curriculum and offer students valuable research and professional opportunities.