Programme
Executive Education
Presentation of the Saint-Nazaire campus
Programs offered at CESI Saint-Nazaire campus
Contact
Christine LACLEDERE
International Candidate Relations Officer – Grande Ecole Program
clacledere@cesi.fr
+33 649 583 503
Sandra POUSTOLY
International Candidate Relations Office – Executive Post-Graduate Program®
spoustoly@cesi.fr
+33 785 586 858
Thierry DUVAL
International Relations Officer
tduval@cesi.fr
+33 670 486 719
Would you like to come and study in France as part of a degree program or exchange? Every year, CESI welcomes students from all over the world to its various high-quality programs.
Joining CESI guarantees fully accredited and certified training programs (CTI, Ministry of Higher Education and Research, HCERES, Bienvenue en France) and recognized teaching quality.
Prepare for your future in France with CESI by choosing the training program that suits you best.
Saint-Nazaire’s programs:
Grande Ecole Program
- 5-year Engineering Degree
- Digital Engineering Degree, majoring in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Executive Post-Graduate Program®
- Executive Post-Graduate Program® Quality, Safety and Environmental Management – Strategy
- Executive Post-Graduate Program® Quality, Safety and Environmental Management – CSR
- Executive Post-Graduate Program® Continuous Improvement Manager – Maintenance
- Executive Post-Graduate Program® Continuous Improvement Manager – Operational Excellence
- Executive Post-Graduate Program® Continuous Improvement Manager – Supply Chain
Summer School
- Summer School Blue Economy
Do you need help building your academic project and would like to talk to our team to find out more about our programs? Contact our team dedicated to international students.
Support services for international students
The quality of the welcome given to international students is one of CESI’s key commitments. It has earned the school two out of three stars in the “Bienvenue en France” label. This certification speaks to the quality of the welcome given to foreign students at CESI.
The “Bienvenue en France” qualification evaluates the actions taken to meet the needs of international students, based on several criteria: quality and accessibility of information, quality and accessibility of reception facilities, accessibility and support for teaching, accommodation and quality of campus life, quality of post-graduation follow-up.
Learn more about the services we offer in Saint-Nazaire campus:
Sponsorship
Welcoming international students is one of CESI’s commitments.
That’s why we offer a “Buddy” program—or peer sponsorship—to welcome new students. This system facilitates successful integration and academic achievement. Visit our campus to find out how to sign up!
Student Life
To help you settle in, CESI Saint-Nazaire offers special support for international students:
- International Student Night: every year, the city of Saint-Nazaire organizes a welcome event dedicated to international students. It’s the ideal opportunity to meet other young people from all over the world, discover useful services and familiarize yourself with local life.
- Pick-up at Saint-Nazaire station: on request, our international relations officer can pick you up on arrival (Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 5pm).
- Accompaniment to your accommodation: to help you settle in, we’ll guide you to your new home.
- Welcome Days: a week to discover CESI, meet your contacts and finalize your administrative formalities. Cultural and social activities are also on the program!
- Student Life Day: an integration day for all new arrivals. On the program: presentation of clubs and associations, discovery of the city and meetings between students.
Being a student at CESI Saint-Nazaire is much more than just taking classes: it’s a human and collective experience. On campus, numerous dynamic associations (BDE, BDS, RobLab, CESI Gaming, AEI…) liven up daily life with festive, cultural, sporting or solidarity events. It’s easy to get involved, meet other students and develop your passions.
Housing assistance
Support is a priority at CESI, and our teams are here to help you with the process. You can also find information about certain types of assistance and tips that you may be eligible for.
Discover the housing assistance available:
STUDAPART: PARTNER OF CESI
Why choose Studapart? Find accommodation anywhere in France in just a few clicks and with complete confidence with Studapart, CESI’s accommodation partner!
- Centralization: all offers close to your campus.
- Security: verified listings.
- Coverage: protection against fraud, last-minute cancellations, non-compliant accommodation, etc.
- Flexibility: cancellation insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- Support: advisors available 6 days a week to answer your questions.
- Guarantee: Studapart can act as guarantor upon request.
Access numerous offers for periods of 1 to 24 months near your campus, but also throughout France when searching for an internship.
Whether you are looking for a studio, a shared apartment, or a room in a private home, you will find a wide range of exclusive offers tailored to your needs.
Benefit from personalized support and additional services such as the Guaranteed Profile and home insurance. Reservations are secure and landlords commit to responding within 72 hours to ensure your peace of mind.
CROUS university housing
University housing in Saint-Nazaire is managed by Pays de la Loire CROUS. CROUS offers affordable university housing tailored to students, including the Cité U Heinlex. These residences provide an environment conducive to studying and student life.
The rooms are furnished and equipped, and services such as internet access, common areas, and laundry facilities are generally included. CROUS housing is located near the campus and has easy access to public transportation.
To obtain CROUS social student housing, you must complete a Student Social File (DES). This is also how you can apply for a scholarship based on social criteria. CROUS housing is given priority to students receiving scholarships.
Lokaviz
A private accommodation solution offered by CROUS Logement, this free service is reserved for students. To access the owners’ contact details, you must register on the website by creating a personal account with your INE number, or provide a scan of your registration certificate.
Checklist to prepare for your arrival in France
Essential links
- Ameli (Health insurance)
- My student services (CROUS, CVEC, etc.)
- French Interior Ministry (Visa)
- Heyme (Insurance)
- Smerra (Insurance)
Have you received confirmation of your admission to CESI? Congratulations!
You can now begin the necessary steps to settle in and prepare for your year of study in France.
Before arriving at CESI, check the Welcome Guide and attend online sessions to discover your campus.
Once in France, join the Welcome Day and meet your International Relations Officer, who will help you with key steps:
- register for health insurance,
- validate your visa if you are not a European student
- provide proof of health and civil liability insurance
- apply for housing aid through CAF if eligible.
CESI also helps you open a bank account and settle in smoothly. During your stay, take part in student associations and international events hosted by your campus.