Overview
To meet the growing demand for global engineering education, ESIGELEC has partnered with the American International Campus (AIC), Colombo, Sri Lanka, to offer a unique Transfer Program for high school graduates.
Students complete the first two years at AIC, Sri Lanka, studying core subjects such as engineering, mathematics, physics, and computer science. To transfer to ESIGELEC, students are required to learn French up to Level B1 – DELF, in preparation for the next three years of the program in France.
At ESIGELEC, students choose from 12 specialisation tracks and complete a 4–6 month internship, gaining practical, technical, and managerial experience. Upon completing the program, graduates earn an international engineering degree.
About our Partner
American International Campus, is a leading private transnational education provider in Sri Lanka. As a member of the IMC–AIC Education Consortium, it offers a range of higher education options in partnership with globally recognized universities from countries like France, the UK and the USA. AIC Campus provides flexible pathways for students to earn foreign qualifications, including University Foundation Programs, to prepares students with O/L and A/L qualifications for direct entry into foreign degree programs.
Snapshot
Location:
Years 1 & 2 – AIC, Sri Lanka
Years 3, 4 & 5 – ESIGELEC, France
Language of Instruction:
AIC, Sri Lanka – English
ESIGELEC, France – French
Intakes:
AIC, Sri Lanka – August
ESIGELEC – Year 3 – September
Program Duration:
AIC, Sri Lanka – 2 years
ESIGELEC, France – 3 years
Entry point:
After high school
Total Number of
ECTS Credits:
300
Degree Awarded:
Diplôme d’Ingénieur
(Equivalent of Master of Engineering)
Accreditation: ESIGELEC and INSA ROUEN NORMANDIE are jointly accredited to award the joint degree Diplôme National de Master, since 2015. The programmes leading to this degree are delivered entirely on campus, at ESIGELEC, Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray
Why you should choose this program
You get the equivalent of a
Master’s degree in just 5 years
You will have the possibility of
doing a work-study program
Internships in year 3, 4 & 5
Affordable tuition
French language classes
offered at an attractive cost
Bonus reason – You can
graduate with two degrees!
Minimum Entry Requirement
A level: 3 simple passes, with Mathematics and physics
OR
Foundation program
Tuition
(Figures indicated are for 2026-2027)
Year
Amount
Year 1 (AIC, SRI LANKA)
€ 1,800
Year 2 (AIC, SRI LANKA)
€ 1,800
Year 3 (ESIGELEC, France)
€ 8,050
Year 4 (ESIGELEC, France)
€ 8,050
Year 5 (ESIGELEC, France)
€ 8,050
Language Requirements
Language (Year 1 & 2) – English-taught
The medium of instruction for your high school must be English.
Your written and spoken English must be good enough for you to fully understand the courses you follow during these two years.
Language (Year 1, 2 & 3) – French-taught
B1 (DELF / TCF)*
*During the first two years, we offer free online training in French up to Level B1 (DELF / TCF). This can be a link to the pathways page. You must obtain this certificate to transfer to ESIGELEC.
Before the start of the program in France, you will receive 75 hours of intensive classes*
*Fees for the French language classes to be paid at the time of paying the tuition fees for year one in France.
The Tracks
What you will study at AIC, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The first two years of the program are delivered at ICAS where students will study general engineering, mathematics, physics and computer science.
Engineering tracks at ESIGELEC
In their first year in France, students will study general engineering. In their second year, students may choose to specialise in one of 12 tracks for accelerated, discipline-specific learning.
Work-study, apprentissage
Every year, some of our students have the option to do the work-study program. French corporates hire our students and allow them to work while they study. Selected students are paid a stipend, and the tuition is paid by the company!
Now, that’s an attractive option, isn’t it
*Students undergo a rigorous selection process. The number of seats is not fixed and is at the sole discretion of the companies.
Double Degree Option
ESIGELEC is one of France’s most well-connected institutions internationally. You can choose to
complete a part of the training at one of our partner universities and thereby get two degrees!
Here’s a list of universities where this option is available
COUNTRY
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY DOUBLE DEGREE / TRACK
United Kingdom
Cranfield University
Several Master of Science options in various tracks
Canada
Ecole de Technologie Supérieure, Montréal
Several Master of Science options in various tracks
Canada
Université du Québec, Chicoutimi
Several Master degree options in various tracks
China
Beijing Jiaotong University
Master in software engineering
United States of America
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago
Several Master of Science or Professional Masters in various tracks
Finland
Abo Akademi University
Master’s degree in information technology
Ireland
Dublin City University
Master of engineering in electronics & computer engineering
Tunisia
Ecole Polytechnique Internationale Privée de Tunis
Diplôme d’ingénieur
Need more information?
If you have any questions or are not sure if this is the right programme for you, we are here to
guide you and help you find your perfect fit. Please get in touch with us at
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