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Space Education Catalogue

Bachelor Aéronautique

• Organisations :
  • IPSA Paris
  • IPSA Toulouse
  • IPSA Lyon
  • Pôle supérieur du Groupe Scolaire Jean XXIII
• Way of training : Initial education - Life-long learning - Sandwich/Apprenticeship training
• Language(s): French, English
• Place: Paris Ivry, Toulouse, Lyon, Montigny-lès-Metz
• Prepared diploma/grade/title: French Bachelor degree
• 1st required level : French baccalauréat + 0
• VAE (Validation of Acquired Experiences): Yes
• This training is included in RNCP / RS
• This training is Eligible for CPF

Course Details

Objectives : IPSA offers a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics designed to meet the technological challenges and rapid developments in the aeronautics, space, and mobility sectors.

This unique program combines technical expertise, creativity, and international awareness to train the professionals of tomorrow.

Public concerned : General secondary school with science specializations
STI2D secondary school
Science secondary school in a foreign high school
Science baccalaureate
Bac +1 science (BUT, Licence, BTS, etc.)

Degree Level (EU) : 6 - (EQC level or equivalent)

Prerequisites : IPSA's Bachelor's in Aeronautics program is aimed at high school students (specializing in science or STI2D), as well as students with a Bac+1 and Bac+2 degrees. It prepares students for careers in the air, space, and related sectors within our specialized aeronautics and space school.

The program can be enrolled:

in the first year with a Bac+1 degree or higher
in the second year with a Bac+1 degree or higher
in the third year with a Bac+2 degree or higher
(registrations outside Parcoursup).

Acquired skills during the training :
• Design and develop autonomous systems
• Master the fundamentals of systems engineering and information technology
• Analyze, interpret, and leverage big data
• Apply technical project management methods
• Understand the environment and challenges of aeronautics, space, and new mobility
• Innovate and adapt in a changing technological context

Targeted careers : Examples of career opportunities:
Assistant Drone Design Engineer
Embedded Software Developer for Aeronautics and Space
Data Analyst
Electronic Test Technician
Drone Pilot

Several options to continue your studies and broaden your skills:
– IPSA Engineering Program
– MSc in Aeronautical AI & Cybersecurity
– MBA in Aeronautical Business Engineering
– Bachelor of Honors in Ireland (IT Carlow – Ireland) (4-year degree)
– ATPL Aéropyrénées Pilot Training

Duration and terms : 3 years.

Notes : The Bachelor's degree in aeronautics leads to an RNCP level 6 qualification: RNCP38782 – Responsible for studies and development of aeronautical and space systems, issued under the authority of ESME.

Opening in September 2026 within the higher education division of the Jean XXIII school group.

Partnerships with national organisations : ESME, Metz Campus, Aéropyrénées

International partnerships : IT Carlow – Irlande

Dedicated web site : https://www.ipsa.fr/formation-ingenieur-aeronautique/bachelor/

Dedicated web site : https://metzcampus.fr/bachelor-aeronautique/ (Campus Metz)

Disciplines

• Engineering Sciences

Topics

• 2 - Dynamics and Kinematics: Reference Systems, Flight Mechanics, Trajectography, Space Dynamics, Perturbations, Orbit Restitution, Attitude and Orbit Control, Rendezvous, Formation Flying, Constellations, Interplanetary Trajectories, etc.
• 3 - Mechanical and Materials Engineering: Solid Mechanics, Structural Dynamics, Composites, Metallurgy, Forming, Additive Manufacturing, Metamaterials, Processes, Plastics, Chemistry, Polymers, Surface Treatment, etc.
• 5 - Fluid Physics: Fluids, Aerodynamics, Aerothermodynamics, Acoustics, Hydraulics...
• 6 - Electrical Engineering: Generation and Storage of Electrical Energy, Conversion, Regulation, Power Electronics, Actuators, Electric Propulsion, Microsystems, Mechatronics...
• 7 - Embedded/Cyberphysical Systems: Embedded Networks, Real Time Systems, Formal Methods, Embedded Software, Avionics, Instrumentation...
• 8 - Electronics Systems : Analog and digital functions, Components, Microelectronics, Integrated Circuits, Samplers, ASIC/FPGA, Digital Signal Processors, Nanotechnologies
• 11 - Data Sciences: Applied Mathematics, Signal and Image Processing, Cryptography, Artificial Intelligence (machine learning, big data, etc.), Computer Science, Cloud, Software Engineering, Virtual Reality, Virtualization, Digital Twins, Metaverse, etc.
• 14 - Aeronautical and Space Vehicles: Aircraft, Balloons, Drones, Launch vehicles, Satellites, Cubsats, High Altitude Platforms, Landers, Rovers, Manned Flights, etc.