Thinking of studying artificial intelligence in France from Africa? France is one of the leading study destinations for African students, and you no longer need to speak French to study AI and data science: AI2’s Bachelor and MSc programmes near Paris are taught entirely in English, with a one-year top-up route for HND holders.
Why African students choose AI2 in France
English-taught, no French required
A recognised French title
A route for HND and BTEC holders
Work during and after
Which programme for your profile?
Your current qualification decides your entry point and the length of your studies.
| Your studies | Your route at AI2 | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school diploma (WAEC, KCSE, baccalauréat…) | Bachelor in Applied AI, Year 1 | 3 years | From €9,000 a year |
| Two years of higher education, HND or BTEC Level 5 | Final Bachelor year (B3) with placement | 1 year | From €9,900 after scholarship |
| Bachelor’s degree (3 years) | MSc Year 1, then Year 2 | 2 years | From €10,500 a year after scholarship |
| Four- or five-year degree, engineering degree | Direct entry into MSc Year 2 | 18 months | From €11,300 after scholarship |
| Engineering degree or master’s, in a hurry | Fast-Track MSc: 5 months of courses + 6 months in a French company | 11 months, from January 2027 | €11,000 for applications before 15 November 2026, then €12,500 |
Fees are confirmed in your admission letter. Every entry route is detailed on Pathway Progressions; funding options on Scholarships.
Programmes open to African students
All taught in English at the AI2 campus in Écouen, 20 km north of Paris.
MSc Applied AI and Data Science
Machine learning, deep learning, data engineering and MLOps. Also offered as the 11-month Fast-Track.
MSc Applied AI & Cybersecurity
Security of AI systems, threat detection with machine learning, cloud and network security.
MSc Applied AI & IoT
Connected objects, embedded AI, edge computing and industrial data.
Bachelor in Applied AI
After secondary school, or straight into the final year with an HND or two years of higher education.
Visa steps for African students
The same five steps, whichever country you apply from.
Apply to AI2
Send your application online; the admissions team reviews your qualifications and invites you to an interview.
Receive your admission letter
It states your programme, intake and fees, which you need for the visa file.
Études en France or France-Visas
In countries with a Campus France office and the Études en France procedure, you apply through that platform; elsewhere you apply directly on France-Visas. Campus France interview questions
Long-stay student visa (VLS-TS)
Attend your visa appointment and show resources of at least €877.50 a month.
Arrive and validate your visa
Validate your VLS-TS online within three months of arrival in France.
Full details in the visa guidance and the France student visa from Nigeria guide.
How much does it cost?
Compare funding: scholarships in France for international students and the cost of studying AI in France.
Work and careers in France
During your studies
After graduation
Next permits
Student life at AI2
Real projects, national hackathons and a campus 22 minutes from Paris Gare du Nord.
More on campus life and life in France.
Study AI in France from your country
City guides
Other regions: all guides by country.
Related guides: French student visa from Kenya · French student visa from Ghana
Frequently asked questions
Can I study AI in France in English as an African student?
Yes. AI2’s Bachelor and MSc programmes are taught in English at the campus in Écouen, in the Paris region, and lead to French State-registered RNCP titles. French is not an entry condition.
I have an HND. Can I get a bachelor’s-level title in France?
Yes, an HND, a BTEC Level 5 or two years of higher education can lead to the final Bachelor year (B3), a one-year route from €9,900 after scholarship.
How much are the fees?
Bachelor Years 1 and 2 from €9,000 a year, the final Bachelor year from €9,900 after scholarship and the MSc from €10,500 a year after scholarship. Fees are confirmed in your admission letter.
Do I go through Campus France?
In countries with a Campus France office and the Études en France procedure, yes. Elsewhere you apply for the visa directly on France-Visas.
How much money do I need to show for the visa?
At least €877.50 a month for the duration of your stay, as required for the long-stay student visa (VLS-TS).
Can I work while studying?
Yes, a student residence permit allows up to 964 hours of paid work a year.
Can I stay in France after graduating?
After a master-level degree, a 12-month permit lets you look for a job in France, then move to an employee, Talent or EU Blue Card permit.
When can I start?
AI2 has intakes in January, May and September 2027. The Fast-Track MSc starts in January 2027.
More guides for international students
Apply online in a few minutes, or message the admissions team on WhatsApp at +33 6 50 53 92 99.
