IMT-Atlantique, Wasaa Summer School

Program Title: IMT- Atlantique, Wasaa Summer School

Program Location: Brest, France

Program Overview: 

The Embassy of France, in partnership with Flinders University, is offering a unique opportunity for up to 8 students to experience French culture, cutting-edge educational experiences, and industry visits. IMT-Atlantique offer a 3-week program (taught in English) which includes:

(Week 1) Immerse yourself in French courses, as well as company visits and cultural activities.

(Week 2) Allows you to choose courses and practical work in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Cybersecurity, RF Space Communications, Machine Learning, and Fibre-Optic Communications.

(Week 3) Students will work on small group projects in the research laboratories of academic partners.

Students with an interest in the naval industry are particularly encouraged to apply, the host IMT-Atlanique is one of the top ranked French Engineering institutes with a particular focus on marine applications. For further program information, please see the IMT-Atlantique 2019 International Summer School Syllabus. 

Program Dates: 14 January – 1 February 2019

Places Available: up to 8

Eligibility: 
Undergraduate students entering their final year of study from the College of S&E with a minimum GPA of 4.0. Students will need to have space in their study plan to access the (Table A) option topic ENGR7720 Advanced Studies in Engineering.

• Australian citizens
• Undergraduate students or Honours students
• Successful completion of 36 units with a GPA of 4.5 or higher in a current degree.

Expression of Interest (EOI) Deadline: 15 November 2018

Application Deadline: 29 November 2018

Credit: Students will receive 4.5 units of credit towards their academic program provided they meet the eligibility criteria.

Financial Assistance:

The €1500 program fee will be waived for Flinders University students.

• OS Help Loan– subject to eligibility criteria.
• Travel Insurance will be provided by Flinders University free of charge. Apply here.

Students will need to cover airfares, accommodation, and general living expenses. Students are advised not to book flights until they have received College approval and admission into IMT-Atlantique has been confirmed.

How to Apply:

The application process is comprised of two stages.

Stage 1 (deadline 15 November)

1. Submit an AskFlinders enquiry and ask the following question.
   • Am I able to enrol into a Table A option topic ENGR7720 to undertake the WASSA Summer School Program in Brest, France?
2. Submit a short EOI (no more than 250 word) in response to the following questions. Include your name student number and GPA and email your EOI to Vanessa.wood@flinders.edu.au by 15 November 2018.

• Why do you want to apply for this program?
• How will participating in this program benefit you and your study?

3. Expressions of Interest will undergo a selection process by the student’s College.

4. Selected students will be nominated to IMT-Atlantique after they have received formal approval for credit recognition.

5. Once you have received confirmation of eligibility and you have been nominated by Flinders University > proceed to Stage 2.

Stage 2 (deadline 29 November)

6. Submit your completed Application form to contact@wasaa-academy.fr by 29 November 2018

Include your:

• curriculum vitae
• a copy of your passport information page
• a copy of your academic transcript

Further Information:

For more information about the IMT-Atlantique program, please contact Vanessa Wood from the Learn Without Borders team.

Full Program Details

Application form

IMT-Atlantique 2019 International Summer School Syllabus.

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Note:

Students will travel independently to Brest, France. This is a regarded as a short-term study abroad tour, rather than a study tour led by Flinders University staff.