INSPIRE

Objectives

Shaping the Future of our Planet ...

Are you passionate about creating a sustainable future ? Do you want to be at the forefront of combating climate change and revolutionizing energy production?

Our cutting-edge one-semester program (all the classes taught in English) in Global Sustainability and Green Energy is designed for forward-thinking individuals like you who aim to make a real difference in the world.

For those of you who wish to become engineers at the forefront of the fight against climate change by exploring renewable energy sources. This program, taught entirely in English, is offered in the final year of engineering studies to Polytech Lille students and to exchange students.

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Program

The program is designed around the following areas :

  • Interdisciplinary Approach : Blend knowledge from environmental science, engineering, economics, and policy to tackle complex sustainability challenges.
  • Global Perspective: Learn from international experts and engage with case studies from around the world to develop a truly global understanding of sustainability issues.
  • Cutting-Edge Research: Work on innovative projects in state-of-the-art laboratories, focusing on emerging technologies in renewable energy and sustainable development.
  • Industry Partnerships: Collaborate with leading companies in the green energy sector, gaining real-world experience and building a professional network.
  • Policy and Leadership: Develop the skills to influence policy decisions and lead sustainable initiatives in both public and private sectors.
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Prerequisites for admission

  • Admission based on academic transcripts following a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • English level B1

Status : This program is only offered to exchange students from partner universities and to students from Polytech Lille.

Duration : Full-time study from September 2026 to mid-January 2027 (Autumn semester)

Language of instruction : English

Regular workload : 30 ECTS credits

Minimum expected workload for exchange students : 20 ECTS credits

How to apply

  • Partner universities shall send nominations to : email for candidates from outside Europe and to email for Erasmus+ candidates
  • Once selected by their home university, each student will be contacted directly and all useful information will be provided to apply online.
  • Deadline for nomination : 1st May 2026
  • Deadline for application : 10th May 2026

SECTORS OF ACTIVITIES AND COMPANIES

  • Renewable energy development and management
  • Sustainability consulting
  • Environmental policy and advocacy
  • Green technology innovation
  • Climate change mitigation and adaptation planning
  • Corporate sustainability leadership

LINKS WITH RESEARCH

Numerous laboratories at University of Lille, associated with the CNRS, can accommodate INSPIRE student for work placements.

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