Language of instruction
  Generally available as a second or third preference.
°ä±ð²Ô³Ù°ù²¹±ô±ð³§³Ü±èé±ô±ð³¦ was officially established in 2015, bringing together two leading engineering schools in France; Ecole Centrale Paris and Supélec. What makes °ä±ð²Ô³Ù°ù²¹±ô±ð³§³Ü±èé±ô±ð³¦ engineers' stand out is their ability to run multidimensional and multidisciplinary projects – integrating the socio-economic, political and environmental balances of a problem, with scientific and technological expertise.
°ä±ð²Ô³Ù°ù²¹±ô±ð³§³Ü±èé±ô±ð³¦ is located at the heart of the Paris-Saclay hub – a cluster of higher education and research institutions on the outskirts of Paris, about 30 minutes by train from the city centre. Â
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | ¹ó±ð²ú°ù³Ü²¹°ù²â–J³Ü²Ô±ð |
| Semester 2 | Not available for exchange | n/a |
Guides and additional information
Exchange Factsheet (PDF, 2.4 MB)
(provided by partner institution)
Campuses
CS has 3 main campuses for study:
- Campus Châtenay (Paris)
- Campus Lorraine (Metz)
- Campus Brittany (Rennes)
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Full-time study load
30 ECTS credits per semester at °ä±ð²Ô³Ù°ù²¹±ô±ð³§³Ü±èé±ô±ð³¦ is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at CS.
Study Options
You must be studying Engineering to be able to attend CS. You can choose any courses listed on the host course catalogue.Ìý
Semester Restrictions
Exchange recommended for UQ semester 1 only, as most courses in English are offered in that semester.
Third Year courses run on a separate academic calendar. See the fact sheet for more information.Ìý
Other Requirements
- You must have completed 3 years of university study by the time of your arrival at °ä±ð²Ô³Ù°ù²¹±ô±ð³§³Ü±èé±ô±ð³¦.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.ÌýÂ
Find courses
Course lists for first, second, and third year are .Ìý
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Limited on-campus housing is available for international students. Application will be open to students after their official admission.
Cost of living
While accommodation in France, particularly Paris, can be expensive, other daily costs are often more affordable. Understanding the and knowing what expenses to expect will help you budget for your exchange.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students undertaking exchange studies in France can apply for the through the French Embassy in Canberra.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Please read through this important information about Health Insurance for exchange students in France.Ìý
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the for visa and immigration information.
Travel risk levels
51³Ô¹ÏÍø cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the .
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October