The International Relations Department at Mines Saint-Étienne is your primary point of contact for any questions regarding mobility programmes, international partnerships, administrative procedures, and financial aid for your projects abroad. We support international students with their integration and offer personalised advice for Mines Saint-Étienne students wishing to go abroad. Our team is also dedicated to supporting faculty, researchers, and international partners at every stage of their journey.

International Relations Team

Services offered by the International Relations Team

  • Advice and guidance on mobility programmes
    Information sessions and personalised advice to help students choose the international programme that best meets their academic and professional goals.
  • Administrative support for international mobility
    Assistance with visa procedures, registration, insurance, and accommodation for incoming and outgoing mobility students.
  • Support for scholarship and financial aid applications
    Assistance in preparing applications for Erasmus+ scholarships, regional grants, and other mobility-specific funding.
  • Cultural and social integration
    Organization of orientation sessions, language cafés, and cultural workshops for better integration of international students and engagement in the Mines Saint-Étienne community.
  • Support for research projects and international doctoral programmes
    Assistance for researchers and doctoral students in finding partners and securing international funding for their research projects.

Contact us to plan your international mobility

The International Relations offices are located on the Saint-Étienne and Aix-Marseille-Provence campuses. We welcome students by appointment and during office hours to answer all their questions and assist them with their procedures.

  • Saint-Étienne Campus
    École des mines de Saint-Étienne, 158, cours Fauriel, F-42000 Saint-Étienne, France
  • Aix-Marseille-Provence Campus
    École des mines de Saint-Étienne, 880, route de Mimet, F-13541 Gardanne, France

For any questions or to make an appointment, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Events organized by the International Team

The International Relations department organizes events throughout the year to inform and integrate students:

  • Information meetings on mobility programmes
    Presentation sessions on exchange options, internships, and double degrees.
  • Integration days
    Orientation sessions for international students, including presentations on campus and city resources.
  • Practical and cultural workshops
    Workshops to familiarize students with life in France, administrative procedures, and cultural norms.
  • Cultural events and outings
    Excursions, visits, and social events to discover the region and strengthen bonds between students.

FAQ and Assistance

Pour des questions rapides, consultez notre FAQ sur l’International qui répond aux interrogations les plus courantes sur les démarches administratives, les bourses et les programmes de mobilité. Nous sommes disponibles pour vous aider et vous accompagner à chaque étape de votre parcours à l’international.

Do not hesitate to contact the International Relations Service to bring your study or internship abroad projects to fruition, and to make your international experience a success with Mines Saint-Étienne!