What defines an IMT Mines Albi general engineer?
A general engineer from IMT Mines Albi has a highly versatile profile. By joining the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi, you will develop a strong foundation of scientific and technical knowledge. You will be capable of managing and designing multidisciplinary projects. Your cross-disciplinary skills will enable you to grasp complex issues and to work in a wide variety of professions and sectors. General engineers from IMT Mines Albi are independent, committed to the positive environmental and social impact of their activities, and are a driving force behind the ecological, digital and industrial transitions of the future.
A comprehensive 3-year program to become a general engineer
As a student at IMT Mines Albi, you receive personalized support and a well-balanced three-year program, whether you choose the student track or the work-study track. In the student track, there are five options from the second year onwards, enabling you to become a general engineer who plays an active role in society. These options focus on strategic themes for the ecological, digital and industrial transitions of the future.
A program in line with your future goals
- First year of the general engineering program
The first year involves a core curriculum aimed at developing a scientific and technical foundation, and introducing students to engineering professions and the workplace. An operator-level internship of at least one month is compulsory.
- Second year of the general engineering program
The second year lessons consolidate the general engineer’s scientific, technical and economic foundations, and enable the curriculum to be customized with elective courses. From the first semester, you will be challenged, with the choice between a research project, an innovation project or an entrepreneurial project. An assistant engineer-level internship of at least four months in France or abroad is compulsory. The choice of option is made from the second semester of the second year.
- Third year of the general engineering program
The first semester of the third year is devoted to in-depth studies in one of the five options, with the choice of an associated pathway. In the second semester, you will complete a six-month internship in a company to develop the autonomy, skills and know-how of an IMT Mines Albi engineer in a professional context. You can take advantage of this final year to switch to salaried employee status and complete your studies with a one-year work-study program with a company.
See a detailed description of the course curriculum
During the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi, elective courses are offered to deepen your knowledge of subjects that are important to you, or to open your mind to a new discipline (introduction to French Sign Language, Diversity: the challenge of the humanist engineer, the fundamentals of public speaking, etc.).
Advantages of the IMT Mines Albi general engineering program
- a single general engineering degree for student and work-study tracks
- an advisor will accompany you throughout your training to help you develop your career plans; a tutor will supervise your internships and you will be able to benefit from a mentor among the alumni, graduates of IMT Mines Albi;
- more than 300 opportunities for dual degrees or options with partner institutions;
- state-of-the-art facilities and ideal study conditions on a green campus;
- 35.1% of IMT Mines Albi engineering students receive a scholarship. Inclusion is one of the core values at IMT Mines Albi, and we have set up a number of programs to help and support you throughout your studies;
- if you are an artist, a top-level athlete or a person with disabilities, we can provide support and special arrangements to meet your specific needs;
- 20% of the course is offered in the form of independent work sessions. At home, in the classroom, on your own or in a group, you will carry out learning activities at your own pace and actively participate in your training.
3 complementary courses to meet the needs of the contemporary socioeconomic world and become a responsible general engineer capable of driving change
- Humanities & Transitions complementary course
Our engineering programs are designed to meet the challenges of the future by integrating the issues of ecological, digital and industrial transitions into each course. Engineering students at IMT Mines Albi benefit from lectures and other events designed to give them a better understanding of transitions, including conferences, debates and company visits in a wide variety of fields, such as the philosophy and history of science, socio-technical controversies, diversity management, etc.
- International Mobility complementary course
To complete your general engineering degree, you must carry out an internship with a company abroad and/or academic exchange semesters with an institution or university abroad in your second and/or third year.
To facilitate your mobility, you may be eligible for the following grants:
• Erasmus scholarship
• international mobility assistance for students from the Occitanie region
• financial assistance from Institut Mines-Télécom
• financial assistance from Fondation Mines-Télécom
- Workplace complementary course
IMT Mines Albi trains independent and responsible general engineers who are ready for the workplace. As part of your training, you will be required to complete an internship each year:
• First year: a one-month internship as an industrial operator
• Second year: a four-month internship as an assistant engineer
• Third year: a six-month final internship
Work-study programs are also available for students
Final year, you can sign a work-study contract with a company for a period of 12 months, and thus obtain salaried employee status.
“By joining a company on a work-study program, I want to improve my professional communication skills and acquire stronger project management skills, to help me to successfully conduct projects. I think this work-study experience will really help me in managing projects from their inception to their implementation.”
Ana Sofia, student engineer at IMT Mines Albi on an apprenticeship contract.
5 options contributing to a more responsible world
From the second year onwards, you will be asked to choose an option related to the ecological and digital transitions and the factory of the future.
Renewable energy, sustainable production and construction
Specialize in renewable energy systems, including production, distribution and various levels of integration: buildings, cities, regions and industries.
Pharmaceutical, agri-food and cosmetics processes and procedures
Develop an industrial culture and skills for these sectors by studying manufacturing processes and business processes with an understanding of these industries’ specific and evolving constraints.
Materials and Advanced Processes for tomorrow’s transports
Develop high performance material solutions and associated processes to meet the key challenges facing companies and advance industry of the future: aeronautics, automotive, aerospace, rail, etc.
Industrial engineering for organizational performance
Meet the logistical challenges of organizations in all sectors by optimizing the performance of physical and information flow management systems.
Data engineering for information systems and energy systems
Solve the complex digital and energy challenges of big data. Design and manage of information and production systems, and the consumption of renewable energies using data acquisition, storage, and analysis powered by artificial intelligence.
How to apply to the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi
Choose your path to join the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi. Depending on your profile and background, there are many different ways to join our school. Please note, however, that applications to the same IMT Mines Albi engineering program in the same year through two different admission tracks are not permitted.
international student with a foreign qualification equivalent to Bac +2, +3, +4 or higher
- Entry into 1st, 2nd or 3rd year in the student stream within the framework of a partnership
- Entry into 1st year student or sandwich course or 2nd year student course outside partnership (individual application)
Tuition fees for the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi
- €3,200 for citizens of a European Union member state or another state party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area.
- €5,700 for applicants from outside the European Union.
Scholarship students are exempt. Partial exemption: students whose income is no more than €3,000 above the income limit set for the award of scholarships based on social criteria benefit from a 50% exemption on tuition fees.
Broaden your skills in France and abroad
Expand your skills through an academic exchange or a dual degree at a prestigious higher education institution in France or abroad.
National mobility
IMT Mines Albi offers a wide range of dual degrees and academic exchanges throughout France:
• 100 options available through the networks of IMT and the University of Toulouse;
• a dual degree in engineering and management with IMT Business School;
• a dual degree with Sciences Po;
• high-level partners such as ENSTA Bretagne and ISAE Supaero.
International mobility
Develop your intercultural skills thanks to the International Mobility complementary course, which enables you to take part in an academic exchange semester in second or third year, or a dual degree in a high-level institution:
• Georgia Tech, USA ;
• Polytechnique de Montréal, Canada ;
• Umwelt-Campus Birkenfeld, Germany ;
• Cranfield University, England
• ...
Prestigious international partners
IMT Mines Albi guarantees successful professional integration for its graduates
Professional integration figures come from the survey carried out by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) on students graduating in 2024.
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11months of internships over the 3-year engineering program
82%of graduates find a job in less than 2 months
€42,782average annual salary in France (including bonuses)Many events are organized with IMT Mines Albi’s partner companies to help you refine your career plans and develop your network (Business Forum, CV workshops, Ingé Innov trade fair, etc.).
Engineers who graduate from IMT Mines Albi make their mark in the following sectors:
• Pharmaceutical, cosmetics, chemical and food industries
• Aeronautics, space, automotive, naval, rail, metallurgy industries
• Energy, environment, construction, public works
• Consulting firms, engineering
• Information technology, ICT for services, telecommunications
• Education, research, R&D, human and social health
An active network of over 6,000 alumni
Find out more about the alumni networkThe IMT Mines Albi alumni network is young and highly dynamic. Graduating from IMT Mines Albi means joining the family of IMT Mines Albi alumni. A network of over 6,000 graduates in France and around the world. A part of you will always be in Albi, so keep in touch with your classmates.
Exceptional living and study conditions
A green, stimulating campus
On the IMT Mines Albi campus, you will enjoy a green, sheltered study environment on grounds covering 22 hectares, with all the necessary facilities for developing your skills: a documentation center, innovative, high-performance workspaces, dining areas and cafeteria, sports and arts facilities accessible 7 days a week, gardens, accommodation, and more.
Albi, at the heart of the Occitanie region
Albi is a young, vibrant city located between Toulouse and Montpellier, 2 hours from the sea and the mountains, where 1 in 10 residents is a student. Many cultural and sports events are organized throughout the year.
Accommodation and student residences
See the residencesIMT Mines Albi offers its students the possibility of accommodation in one of the school’s eight student residences. These residences are located on the IMT Mines Albi campus (Jarlard residence) and in downtown Albi (Gambetta, Jacques Halfon and Temporalité residences). IMT Mines Albi is only a 15-minute bike ride from the residence furthest from the school.
FAQ - Everything You Need to Know About the General Engineering Program at IMT Mines Albi
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- How and when should you apply for the general engineering undergraduate program?
There are two ways to enter the program:
• After completing a CPGE, through the Mines-Télécom entrance exam. Registration opens in December.
• After completing a bachelor’s or master’s degree, based on academic records and entrance exams via the Admission sur Titres platform of IMT Mines Albi, IMT Mines Alès, and IMT Nord Europe. Registration opens in January.- Can international students apply?
Yes. International students are welcome. All information regarding orientation is available on our dedicated page.
- Can I apply to both the full-time program and the work-study program?
It is not possible to apply to two separate programs for the same degree in the same year.
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- How long does the program last?
The initial program lasts 3 years.
- What is the difference between a general engineer and a specialized engineer?
Unlike a specialized engineer, a general engineer has a wide range of skills. They possess scientific and technical knowledge across all engineering disciplines, enabling them to advance professionally in most sectors and roles. At IMT Mines Albi, you’ll have the opportunity to work with your academic advisor to define a career path that suits you. The general engineering degree will enable you to work not in a specific sector, but across a wide range of fields related to the ecological and digital transitions and the factory of the future.
- What specializations are available?
IMT Mines Albi offers 5 different specializations with 12 student tracks:
• Renewable Energy, Sustainable Production, and Construction
• Pharmaceutical, Agri-Food, and Cosmetic Processes
• Advanced Materials and Processes for Tomorrow’s Transportation
• Industrial Engineering for Organizational Performance
• Data Engineering for Information Systems and Energy Systems -
- How many internships do we have to complete during the program?
Internships play a key role in the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi. You will complete 11 months of internships spread over the three years:
• 1st year: operator internship – 1 month
• 2nd year: engineering assistant internship – 4 months
• 3rd year: capstone internship – 6 months- What careers are available after earning a general engineering degree from IMT Mines Albi?
The general engineering program opens the door to a wide range of careers across a variety of industries:
• data scientist
• computer engineer
• aerospace engineer
• mechanical engineer
• automotive engineer
• structural engineer
• artificial intelligence engineer
• Logistics Engineer
• Materials Engineer
• Food and Agricultural Engineer
• Quality Engineer
• Process Engineer
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- Are study abroad programs mandatory?
A study abroad program is mandatory: either an academic exchange lasting at least 18 weeks or a 9-week internship.
- Are there courses taught in English?
In the third year of the program, some courses are taught in English through the English Track program.
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- What are the tuition fees?
Tuition fees for the engineering program, set by the government, are €3,200 per year for nationals of a European Union member state or another state party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area, and €5,700 per year for non- -nationals of a European Union member state or another state party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area.
- Are there any scholarships available?
IMT Mines Albi does not offer scholarships. Depending on individual circumstances, additional financial aid may be available from various organizations. It is the student’s responsibility to apply directly to the relevant organization.
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- What can you find on campus?
The campus covers an area of 24 hectares. It includes the main teaching and research building, a building dedicated to innovation, sports facilities (soccer, rugby, tennis, basketball, and pétanque courts), a gymnasium, five student residence halls, the Student Union, and a restaurant.
- Where is the campus located?
The campus is located in Albi, at Campus Jarlard. It is accessible by public transportation (Bus Line R) as well as by bike or on foot (bike paths lead all the way to downtown).
- Are there any student organizations?
There are more than 30 student clubs and organizations that bring the campus to life: sports, arts, events, safety, the environment, science, and more. Learn all about student life.
- What is the atmosphere like at the school?
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- Is the housing located downtown or on campus?
The school has 5 student residence halls located directly on campus and 3 in downtown Albi. There is no guarantee of a specific choice or housing assignment. Assignments depend on availability, but students may indicate a preference.
- How much does housing cost?
The cost of housing depends on the type of housing you choose. You should expect to pay between €400 and €560 per month. Students may, under certain conditions, be eligible for housing assistance (financial aid). We recommend that you run a simulation with the CAF in Tarn (to estimate the potential amount of the allowance).
- What is the cost of living in Albi?
The cost of living in Albi is around €700 per month, including housing.
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