The Master of Science in Engineering GPIA is structured around a two-year curriculum:
- M1: acquisition of fundamentals in process engineering
- M2: specialization in advanced processes or applied artificial intelligence
The Academics are supported by a reference laboratory, the Georges Friedel Laboratory (LGF – CNRS UMR 5307), guaranteeing strong immersion in research and innovation.
Overall Structure
| Year | Content | Hours | Delivery Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Engineering 1 | Fundamentals of Process Engineering (achieved through equivalence at UCBL Lyon 1) | 300 h (Semester 1) + 200 h (Semester 2) | Courses + Internship |
| Master of Science in Engineering 2 | Track Process Engineering or Artificial Intelligence | 300 h | Courses + Company Internship |
Academics taught entirely in English.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING 1 – Fundamentals of Process Engineering
M1 can be completed:
- either within the Process and Bioprocess Engineering track at Claude Bernard University Lyon 1,
- or by equivalence for students from compatible backgrounds (chemistry, mechanical engineering, materials, etc.).
The curriculum covers:
🔹 Semester 1 (300 h)
- Applied Thermodynamics
- Heat and Mass Transfer
- Unit Operations
- Chemical Kinetics
- Applied Mathematics / Numerical Methods
- Instrumentation and Measurements
🔹 Semester 2 (200 h)
- Process Modeling
- Biochemical Engineering or Bioprocesses (depending on the track at Lyon 1)
- Process Simulation and Design
- Applied Internship (8 to 12 weeks)
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING 2 – Process Engineering & Artificial Intelligence (GPIA)
🔹 Semester 3 (300 h)
M2 is based on a common core “Process Engineering for Energy” and a specialization choice at the end of the semester.
Common Core – Process Engineering for Energy (160 h)
Process Simulation & Thermodynamics
- Process Simulation
- Advanced Thermodynamics
- Complex Thermodynamic Equilibria
Matter-Energy Conversion
- Reactors and Chemical Conversions
- Thermal and Energy Balances
Thermal Transfers & Operations
- Multiphase Transfers
- Mass and Heat Transfer
- Thermal Unit Operations
Thermal Machines & Regulation
- Thermal Systems
- Thermal Machines
- Control and Monitoring
Specialization Choice (100 h)
Students choose one of the following two blocks:
OPTION 1 — Focus Process Engineering
In-depth scientific and technical study of industrial processes:
- Advanced Crystallization
- Transfers in Multiphase Media
- Process design (design and optimization)
- Industrial Energy Applications
- Advanced Simulation
✔ Ideal for a career in engineering, process engineering, energy, or R&D.
OPTION 2 — Focus Applied Artificial Intelligence for Processes
AI approach to strengthen process analysis and optimization:
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Image & Pattern Recognition
- Advanced Statistics for Process Engineering
- Numerical Tools for Experimental Data Analysis
- AI Applications in Energy, Conversion, and Processes
✔ Ideal for hybrid careers: data & process engineering, optimization, industrial AI, digital twins.
🔹 Semester 4 – Internship & Thesis
The second semester is dedicated to a professional or scientific application:
Internship in a company or laboratory (5 to 6 months)
Examples of activities:
- Process Simulation and Optimization
- Design of Energy Units
- Development of AI Tools Applied to Processes
- Statistical Analysis or Data Engineering
- Research at LGF or in partner laboratories
Master’s Thesis
A written report and a defense conclude the internship.
📚 Programme Highlights
- Multidisciplinary Academics: processes, energy, AI
- Track 100% in English
- Affiliation with CNRS (LGF UMR 5307)
- Strong immersion in laboratory and industry
- Possibility to pursue a doctorate in France or internationally
🔗 Syllabus
❗️ Applications are open from January to April.
Contacts
Academic Director of the Master of Science in Engineering
Administrative contact
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