INNOV@INSA

4-week program in May-June 2025

From 15 May to 13 June

Students will learn about perspectives in Engineering and Innovation through innovative and interactive teaching. While planting the seeds of an innovative and sustainable engineering project, students will enjoy hands-on experiments and acquire valuable international experience for their professional futures. Students will get to know French culture and the beautiful city of Lyon, and learn French language. This short program is also a perfect opportunity for students to discover INSA Lyon, a place they may want to come back to in their course of studies!

Get 6 US / 12 ECTS credits

Students should choose between tracks 1a and 1b. Track 2 is compulsory.

Track 1a. Connected Devices and Smart Devices - 45 hrs. lectures

Prerequisites: algorithmics and any programming language

Introduction to the Internet of Things (case study-based course)
Smart and assistive environment project

For further details, please refer to the program overview.

Track 1b. Management and Innovation in Europe - 45 hrs. lectures

Introduction to project management of innovative products and services
Economics and management of innovation in Europe
Essential skills of entrepreneurs in innovation-driven start-ups

For further details, please refer to the program overview.

Track 2. French Language, Cross-Cultural Communication, Industry, and Society - 45 hrs. lectures

Introduction to French as a foreign language
Developing intercultural competence
Industry and society

Activities

Guided tour of Lyon
Dinner in a typical French restaurant
2 day trips, such as a visit to the Beaujolais region (wine tasting) and Annecy
Party with INSA students
Farewell evening

Depending on a variety of factors, activities may change.

Who can apply

All Science and Engineering students at undergraduate or graduate level
Tracks 1a and 1b are entry-level courses, with Track 1a requiring prerequisites in algorithmics and any programming language
French language classes in Track 2 are divided into groups from beginners to advanced-level students

How to apply

You must complete and submit your application on our MoveON app from January 12 to March 23, 2025.

Costs

Full cost: €5,500
Exchange cost: €2,500

Check with your mobility coordinator within your university if we have an agreement and if the exchange cost applies.

The tuition fees include:

Shared accommodation (shared bedroom for 2 with small kitchen and bathroom)
Breakfasts, lunches, and some dinners from Monday to Friday
Participation and transport for all leisure activities organized by INSA Lyon
Airport (Saint-Exupéry Lyon Airport) or Train station (Gare Part-Dieu) pick-up by a Short programs team member on May 15
A 30-ride metro/tramway/bus ticket
Access to wifi on campus

The tuition fees do not include: