• Training structure

    Faculty of Science

Presentation

The Cycle Universitaire Préparatoire aux Grandes Écoles (CUPGE) Mathematics-Physics program is an intensive course with a focus on mathematics.

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Objectives

Provide a solid foundation for passing engineering school entrance exams or continuing studies at university in mathematics, physics, or mechanics.

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Know-how and skills

 Acquisition of knowledge in set theory, arithmetic, geometry, analysis, linear algebra, thermodynamics, geometric optics, electronics, solid-state physics, computer science, and English.

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Program

CUPGE students take most of their courses alongside students in the general mathematics program, but also take additional courses (around 35 ECTS per semester instead of 30 ECTS), particularly in physics.

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  • Written compositions CUPGE S2

    2 credits18h
  • Arithmetic and counting

    6 credits
  • Thermodynamics 1

    5 credits54h
  • Python for Science

    4 credits36h
  • Algebra II, vector spaces, and linear applications

    6 credits
  • Solid kinematics and statics

    5 credits45h
  • English S2

    2 credits
  • Analysis II Sequences, series, limited developments

    6 credits
  • General Physics

    6 credits54h
  • Algebra I Linear Systems

    5 credits
  • Electronics

    6 credits
  • Calculus CUPGE & Math

    3 credits
  • Written Assignments CUPGE S1

    2 credits18h
  • Reasoning and Set Theory

    2 credits
  • English S1

    1 credit
  • Geometry in the plane, space, and the complex plane

    4 credits
  • Analysis I Functions of one variable and sequences

    5 credits

Admission

Admission requirements

Applications for the first year of the Bachelor's degree (L1) can only be made via Parcoursup: https://www.parcoursup.gouv.fr/
Please consult the platform for dates and procedures. 

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Target audience

high school graduates with a good level of mathematics, willing to work harder than most of their peers

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Mandatory prerequisites

good level in mathematics, motivation

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Recommended prerequisites

taste for work

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And after

Continuing education

L2 CUPGE, then engineering schools through competitive entrance exams, bachelor's degree in mathematics, physics, or mechanical engineering

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Gateways and reorientation

After completing L1 CUPGE, students can enroll in L2 general mathematics; acceptance into L2 CUPGE is not automatic, as it is conditional on obtaining good grades.

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Professional integration

This program paves the way for careers in teaching and/or research and for engineering careers after a specialized master's degree (or equivalent).

 

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