Science, Technology Programs

Professional Bachelor's Degree in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

  • Intended Level of Study

    Bachelor's degree (BAC +3)

  • ECTS

    180 credits

  • Duration

    3 years

  • Training Structure

    Béziers University Institute of Technology (IUT)

  • Language(s) of Instruction

    French, English

Overview

The ROB&IA professional bachelor's degree program enrolls students to train them for a wide range of technical roles in robotics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity in industrial settings, particularly in Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

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The Benefits of the Training Program

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Objectives

To train technicians, engineers, and managers in robotics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity in industrial settings, particularly in Industry 4.0 and 5.0

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Design and deploy robotics and automation solutions
  • Manage and Maintain Industrial Systems Using IoT and AI
  • Securing industrial systems from both an OT (Safety) and IT (Cybersecurity) perspective
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Expertise and Skills

GENERAL SKILLS
• Have a command of French that allows you to communicate effectively in writing and speaking, to understand a text, and to analyze it
• Possess a solid foundation in general and scientific knowledge: question the world around us and know how to find accurate information; take an interest in economic, ethical, social, and technological developments at the national and international levels; be proactive in one’s education: work independently and in groups, listen, participate, and have a desire to learn;
• Be able to navigate a digital environment and possess basic office software skills.
TECHNICAL AND SCIENTIFIC SKILLS
• Have an interest in technologies related to robotics and artificial intelligence; know how to use a computer to communicate and search for information,
• Have a basic understanding of computer science,
• Have a basic understanding of science,
• Be able to apply knowledge to solve problems,
• Be able to develop structured reasoning appropriate to a scientific context.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Have an initial idea of one’s career path,
• Be a team player and know how to contribute to group work through projects and lab work,
• Be practical, attentive, a good listener, and thorough,
• Be able to take initiative and organize one’s studies (or manage one’s workload) to independently complete the work necessary for success.

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Organization

Knowledge Assessment

The degree is awarded based on continuous assessment. An assessment of student knowledge is conducted at the end of each semester (30 credits per semester).

The bachelor's degree is equivalent to 180 European credits, or a level corresponding to three years of higher education following high school.

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Special Features

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Open on an alternating basis

Contract Type

Apprenticeship Contract, Professional Training Contract

The Bachelor's Degree in Robotics and AI is open to apprenticeship students starting in the second year. Classes are hybrid, as the tutorials are held jointly with students enrolled in the full-time program. The SAÉ (learning and teaching situations) take place at a company. Finally, the program alternates between 15 days at the IUT and 15 days at a company.

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The Bachelor's Degree in Robotics and AI is open to apprenticeship students starting in the second year. Classes are hybrid, as the tutorials are held jointly with students enrolled in the full-time program.

The SAÉs (learning and teaching situations) take place at the company. Finally, the training schedule consists of 15 days at the IUT and 15 days at the company.

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Internships, supervised projects

Internship

Required

Duration of the internship

6 months for the entire course

Program

  • Short internships during the first year that allow students to explore different sectors of the industry
  • A training program focused on agile project management
  • A program that closely integrates the fields of operational technologies (OT: automation, robotics, control systems, monitoring) with those of information technology (IT: computer science, AI: artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computer networks, etc.) to prepare students for careers in Industry 4.0 and 5.0
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Admission

Admission Requirements

Recruitment:

  • General Baccalaureate Graduates

The following specialized courses are highly regarded:

Mathematics

Digital Technology and Computer Science

Physics and Chemistry

Engineering Sciences

  • STI2D Technology Track High School Graduates

To a lesser extent, admission is still possible for students with other types of high school diplomas and equivalent foreign credentials, as well as for students coming from a university program.

Review of the case file:

  • Quality of high school performance in science subjects, as well as in languages and on the preliminary baccalaureate exams
  • The student’s conduct in high school: behavior in all subjects, attendance, and evaluations by the teaching staff
  • Ability to work as part of a team, communicate, and grow
  • Interest in careers in robotics and artificial intelligence in an industrial setting
  • Alignment with the candidate's career goals
  • The candidate's reasons for pursuing careers in related fields
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Registration Procedures

For initial training:

Applications are submitted via the PARCOURSUP process.

The deadline for submitting applications is set by the PARCOURSUP process.

Continuing education:

Continuing education at institutions of higher education is intended for:

- individuals (employees, job seekers, self-employed professionals, etc.) who have interrupted their studies and wish to acquire or develop a qualification, or to build on their professional experience
- employers (in the private or public sector) who wish to develop their employees’ skills

Provided they meet the prerequisites, applicants may register through the University of Montpellier’s Continuing Education Department to earn:

- Diplomas equivalent to the Baccalaureate (DAEU B, Capacité en droit)
- National and state diplomas (DUT, Licence pro, engineering degrees, Master’s degrees, etc.)
- Institutional diplomas (university diplomas, certificates)

Admission to the program is also possible through the Recognition of Professional Qualifications or the Recognition of Prior Learning (VAP/VAE). For more information, please visit the Continuing Education Department’s website.

Through an apprenticeship program (available starting in the second year):

For more information, visit the Languedoc-Roussillon Apprentice Training Center

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Tuition Fees

Student and Campus Life Fee (CVEC):

A Student and Campus Contribution (CVEC) must be paid by each student before administrative registration for most programs listed on Parcoursup. (100 euros)

For more information on the programs subject to the CVEC fee and the available exemptions: https://cvec.etudiant.gouv.fr/

Tuition per year: 170 euros.

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Capacity

And then

Continuing Education

At the end of the third year, students will be able to apply to engineering schools, particularly those specializing in Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

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