A unique dual expertise: advanced processes & applied AI
The Master of Science in Engineering GPIA trains engineers capable of understanding, modeling, and optimizing industrial processes while integrating modern artificial intelligence approaches. Jointly designed by Mines Saint-Étienne and Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, the program combines scientific excellence, innovation, and immersion in research.
Rooted in the Laboratoire Georges Friedel (LGF – UMR CNRS 5307), the Master of Science in Engineering relies on a high-level research environment and an extensive network of industrial partners related to energy, processes, and materials.
Skills Developed
Upon completion of the Master of Science in Engineering, graduates will have mastered:
The scientific foundations of process engineering
- Heat and mass transfer
- Kinetics and advanced thermodynamics
- Modeling and simulation of unit operations
- Process design and optimization
AI and digital approaches
- Machine learning applied to processes
- Pattern recognition & advanced statistics
- Numerical simulation
- Experimental data processing
Cross-disciplinary skills
- Scientific project management
- Scientific communication in English
- Teamwork in international environments
- Innovation capacity in an industrial context
Candidate Profiles
The Master of Science in Engineering welcomes:
- students holding a Licence (180 ECTS) or an M1 (240 ECTS) in process engineering, chemistry, physics, mechanics, materials, or related disciplines
- international students with equivalent qualifications
- candidates motivated by modeling, energy, simulation, or applied AI
The program is taught entirely in English.
Two specialization tracks for Master of Science in Engineering Year 2
Process Engineering Track
To specialize in complex processes, energy-matter conversion, thermal engineering, and simulation.
Artificial Intelligence Track
To understand and apply AI tools to process engineering challenges (machine learning, pattern recognition, advanced statistics).
Key advantages of the Master of Science in Engineering GPIA
🌍 International Academics taught in English
🧪 Affiliation with CNRS and the scientific platforms of Mines Saint-Étienne
💼 High employability in the energy, environment, process, and materials sectors
🎓 Opportunity to pursue doctoral studies, in France or internationally
🧭 Rare dual expertise: processes + AI
🔬 Close ties with research thanks to LGF (UMR 5307)
❗️ Applications are open from January to April.
Contacts
Academic Director of the Master of Science in Engineering
Administrative contact
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