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SIGMA Clermont

The SIGMA engineering school is a public institution under the authority of the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Research. It was created on 01.01.2016 following the merger of the French Institute for Advanced Mechanics (IFMA) and the National Graduate School of Chemistry (ENSCCF). SIGMA Clermont is member of the French Conference of graduate enginee-ring schools, and the Gay-Lussac Federation, which comprises 20 French chemistry schools. SIGMA is also an associated member of the Mines-Télécom network. SIGMA Clermont offers two degrees in engineering, recognized by the national engineering commission: engineer in chemistry and engineer in advanced mechanics. These degrees are equivalent to a Master of Science. Furthermore SIGMA Clermont, situated in the heart of the Clermont University science campus, is a member of Clermont Univer-sity and Associates, the local higher education association. Main programmes of study The SIGMA Clermont engineering school offers a wide range of different specializations. Students in chemistry can choose to focus on Fine and Industrial Organic Chemistry (therapeutic chemistry; natural substances and their applications), High Performance Materials or Chemical Engi-neering. Students studying advanced mechanics may choose between Machines, Mechanics and Systems; Materials and Structures; or Industrial Systems and Logistics. Three additional study tracks allow all students further specializations: international, aeronautics and entrepreneurship. Research SIGMA Clermont faculty members conduct their research activities within the framework of three high-level laboratories, in collaboration with the CNRS and Clermont-Auvergne University, and cover a broad range of chemical and mechanical themes. Main axes of research are:• Antalgic molecules• Mechanics of materials and structures• Photochemistry• Image, perception systems, robotics• (Bio)organic Chemistry• Industrial Systems• Process engineering, energy, bio systems• Biophysical chemistry for the atmosphere• Photonics, wave technology, nanomaterials• Fluorescent materials• Nanocomposites

Strengths SIGMA Clermont is a human-sized engineering school connected to the business world, with a global and international perspective, close to research and entrepreneurship. It has strong ties with its Foundation and historically with large companies such as Michelin and Limagrain, underlining the importance of an active involvement of the industrial sector in its teaching programmes. Through different internships (42 weeks in total) students develop their professional expertise. Around a quarter of the curriculum is dedicated to human and social skills, economics and languages. Located in Clermont-Ferrand, a city voted “best city for studies” by a national survey in 2015, SIGMA Clermont, with its numerous associations and clubs, offers an active and vibrant student life. The city of Clermont-Ferrand also ranks among the cheapest cities in France for students. Location Located in the the Massif Central at the gateway to the Volcano Park area, Clermont-Ferrand is the historical capital of the Auvergne region of south-central France. The city is 425 km from Paris, 206 km from Lyon, and 500 km from Marseille. The metropolitan area is home to almost 450,000 people.

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Precise name of the institution ¢ SIGMA ClermontType of institution ¢ Public

City where the main campus is located ¢ Clermont-FerrandNumber of students ¢ 950

Percentage or number of international students ¢ 50 étudiantsType and level of qualifications awarded ¢ Degree in chemical engineering and chemistry and degree in mechanical engineering

French language courses ¢ YesPrograms for international students ¢ Yes - Within the «n+i» program SIGMA - Dual-degree programs Master level

Programs in English ¢ NoRegistration fees / year (for information only) ¢ 610€ + Social security: 215€ + university fees (medicine, sports, culture...) : 125€

Postal address ¢ International Office - Campus des Cézeaux CS 20265 - 63178 Aubiere CEDEX FRANCE

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AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES

Number of international students enrolled each year: 50 étudiants

Network member: SIGMA Clermont http://www.sigma-clermont.fr/

Social networkshttps://www.facebook.com/SIGMA-Clermont-Grande-%C3%A9cole-ding%C3%A9nie

INSCRIPTION

Contact: Tobias BEILICKE incoming@sigma-clermont.fr Tél. +33(0)4 43 76 20 01

Dates for announcement of admission decisions Up to 3 weeks after the institution received the complete application form.

FRENCH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES

Courses in French as a foreign language available throughout the year

Name of the training center: CAVILAM Vichy http://www.cavilam.com/

HOUSING

Contact: Aurélie TEMPERE incoming@sigma-clermont.fr Tél. +33(0)3 30 47 32 88

Services offered • Option to reserve and secure space in

another student residence • Institutional assistance in paying security

deposit on rental housing • List of available rentals or of Web sites that

can be used to find rental housing

These services apply to All international students

These services are free

CLERMONT-FERRANDUSEFUL INFORMATION

CROUS: http://usine.crous-clermont.fr

City: http://www.clermont-ferrand.fr

Network transit: T2C http://www.t2c.fr

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Web site in Englishhttp://www.sigma-clermont.fr

UPON ARRIVAL IN FRANCE

Welcome upon arrival at study site

Welcome upon arrival in student housing

These services are available to All international students

These services are free

UPON ARRIVAL AT THE INSTITUTION

Assistance with administrative and academic registration

Assistance with housing (explanation of steps to be taken with respect to housing assistance, utilities, insurance, security deposit, housing tax, etc.)

Help opening a bank account

Assistance with administrative and regulatory compliance (such as obtaining residency permit)

ONE-STOP SHOP WITHIN THE CITY

Espace d’Acceuil Etudiants http://usine.crous-clermont.fr/ 30 Rue Etienne-Dolet Each year from end of August until mid December. 10:00 - 19:30 Contact: espace.acceuil.etudiant@crous-clermont.fr Services available: Student Union «Crous» and the Authority for Immigration and Integration.

ONGOING SUPPORT

Specific services Welcome Day for International Students, Integration weekend,

Assignment to peer mentor Engineering students from Mechanical and Chemistry.

Assignment to faculty tutor

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL LIFE

Website dedicated to student clubs and special interest groups http://bdesigma.fr/ Contact: bde-bureau@sigma-clermont.fr *** NOT FOUND ***

WELCOME SERVICESBEFORE LEAVING