AI2 – Applied Institute of Artificial Intelligence

BSc Data Analytics & Applied AI (Industry 4.0)

Connect industrial equipment and transform production data into supervision dashboards, alerts and AI predictions. The programme focuses on industry, energy and logistics.

Programme overview

Connect industrial equipment and turn production and operations data into dashboards, supervision systems, alerts and AI predictions. This pathway focuses on computing for industry, energy and logistics.

At a glanceProgramme information
Teaching language100% English
CampusParis region, France
Study routeOne year · final Bachelor year (top-up), including a mandatory company placement
Professional qualificationRNCP41370 · Level 6 / EQF 6
Learning formatTaught phase on campus followed by the company placement

Programme awards and certification

The AI2 programme diploma and the French RNCP professional title are distinct awards. The programme prepares for the title below. Award of the professional title requires validation of all required competency blocks and compliance with the certification’s assessment and eligibility rules.

Professional titleRNCP referenceQualification levelCertifying body
Développeur intégrateur en informatique industrielleRNCP41370Level 6 / EQF 6French Ministry of Labour

View the official RNCP record

Career directions

The programme develops skills relevant to the following professional roles:

  • Industrial data analyst
  • Industrial IT engineer
  • IIoT and SCADA integrator
  • Operations analytics specialist

Academic progression

Graduates can apply to the shared MSc Year 1, including progression towards Applied AI & IoT or Applied AI & Cybersecurity. Progression towards Data Science is considered on application review.

Students working together on an AI project at AI2
Applied learning, teamwork and project development at AI2.

Discuss your study plans

Our admissions team can help you identify the entry route that matches your qualifications.

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Detailed curriculum · 14 subjects

Two campus semesters connect industrial networks and data acquisition with supervision, data management and applied AI, followed by the mandatory company placement.

Semester 1 · Network architecture and data acquisition

CodeSubjectCertification focusTeaching hours
M01Industrial NetworksBlock 2 · Integrate equipment35 h
M02Industrial Communication ProtocolsBlock 2 · Integrate equipment28 h
M03Industrial CybersecurityBlock 2 · Integrate equipment21 h
M04Automation & Programmable ControllersBlock 1 · Monitor production35 h
M05Sensor Interfacing & IIoTBlocks 1 and 235 h
M06Project ManagementTransversal skills21 h
M07AI for IndustryBlock 1 · Monitor production24.5 h

Semester 2 · Data management, SCADA and AI

CodeSubjectCertification focusTeaching hours
M08SQL & NoSQL DatabasesBlock 3 · Supervision35 h
M09SCADA & Supervision DevelopmentBlock 3 · Supervision28 h
M10Process Modelling (ISA-88 / ISA-95)Block 3 · Supervision21 h
M11Industrial Business IntelligenceBlock 1 · Monitor production35 h
M12Data Extraction & ETLBlocks 1, 2 and 335 h
M13Data Law & EthicsTransversal skills21 h
M14Capstone ProjectAll blocks24.5 h

Tools, standards and practical skills

FocusTools and standards
Data analysis and dashboardsPython, SQL, Power BI, Grafana and OEE indicators.
Industrial communicationOPC-UA, Modbus TCP, MQTT, IO-Link, Profinet and VLANs.
Production and supervisionISA-88, ISA-95 and SCADA platforms.
Data integrationData extraction and ETL pipelines.

Certification competencies

RNCP41370 blockCompetency
Block 1Adapt an automated environment to monitor production.
Block 2Integrate and connect shop-floor equipment.
Block 3Develop and deploy global supervision (SCADA).

Capstone and assessment

Develop a site supervision system combining production KPIs, a live dashboard and AI anomaly detection. Assessment includes presentation of a project carried out in the company, a professional questionnaire covering each block, and a final interview with the jury.

Teaching and academic support

Explore the published AI2 academic profiles and subject expertise. Contact the academic team for the instructors assigned to your intake and modules.

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Tuition for the 2027 international portfolio

Entry year / programme stageAnnual tuitionFrom, after a conditional AI2 scholarship
Final Bachelor year€10,500€9,900

Tuition is charged per academic year. Scholarship awards apply to the first year of enrolment, are non-transferable and cannot be combined with other discounts. The award and its conditions are confirmed individually in the admission letter. Assessment for a scholarship does not guarantee an award.

Funding and financial planning

Work-study may be available from the second year in France, subject to eligibility and a separate employer contract. Confirm the tuition funding and employment conditions in writing. Admission does not guarantee a host employer.

Before enrolling, request the applicable deposit, payment schedule and any additional costs. Plan separately for accommodation, transport, insurance and living expenses.

Tuition and scholarship information · Work-study information

Entry requirements

RequirementProgramme information
Academic entryTwo years of higher education in computing, networks, electronics or industrial engineering: HND, BTEC Level 5, BTS, or Years 1–2 of a BSc.
EnglishB2 level: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72 or equivalent. A medium-of-instruction certificate may support a waiver when the previous degree was taught in English; admissions confirms the evidence accepted.
FrenchFrench is not an admission requirement for the international portfolio.
SelectionAcademic file review and an online interview. GRE and GMAT are not required by the portfolio.

Application documents

  • Passport; degree certificates and academic transcripts, with certified translations where needed.
  • CV and a one-page statement of purpose.
  • Proof of English level or a medium-of-instruction certificate.

Application process

StepWhat happens
1 · Submit your fileChoose your programme and entry route, then submit the complete application.
2 · Academic reviewAI2 reviews the qualifications and confirms the appropriate entry level.
3 · Online interviewDiscuss your background, preparation and study plans.
4 · Admission decisionThe admission letter confirms the offer, programme, intake, tuition and any scholarship.
5 · Confirm enrolmentFollow the enrolment and deposit instructions in the offer.
6 · Prepare arrivalComplete the relevant Campus France and visa steps, then arrange arrival and welcome.

2027 intakes

January, May and September 2027 intakes are planned in the international portfolio. Programme availability and your entry route are confirmed in the admission letter.

January 2027 intake · published application calendar

StageDate
Applications open1 September 2026
Priority application deadline31 October 2026
Complete visa file30 November 2026
Enrolment and deposit15 December 2026

Contact admissions for the current application deadlines and arrangements for May and September 2027. Visa decisions are made by the French authorities; admission does not guarantee visa approval.

Student support

The portfolio describes an academic adviser, housing guidance, optional French classes, preparation for internship and work-study searches, and CV and interview coaching. Contact the team for the arrangements in your intake.

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