• Diploma issued:
    Master of Science in Data Engineering & Cloud Computing (5/6 years of higher education) - RNCP level 7 - Expert in infrastructure and big data processing
    Input level:
    Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, Doctorate
    Format:
    Initial training
    Languages:
    English & French
    Next entries:
    November
    Place of re-entry:
    Paris-Villejuif or Nice
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    State-recognized school
    Our program is ranked third among Big Data and Data Science master's, MS, and MBA programs in France
 
Ranking
3e
Big Data & Data Science Master's Programs in France — Eduniversal 2026
3
 
Satisfaction
97%
Student Satisfaction Rate 2024/2025
97
 
Success
100%
Graduation rate
100
 
Certification
RNCP
Level 7 — Expert in Infrastructure and Big Data Processing
7

MSc Data Engineering & Cloud Computing

Master the fulldata engineering lifecycle:

From acquisition to the pipeline, from storage to the cloud—learn about the technologies that power the digital economy.

RNCP Level 7 — 5–6 years of higher education Paris-Villejuif & Nice Start Date: November Introductory & Work-Study FR & EN
 
  • Admission for students with a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or doctoral degree, depending on your level
  • Dual approach: technical (Cloud, Python, NoSQL) and theoretical (ML, distributed algorithms)
  • AWS & Azure: Professional certifications added each year
  • AI Clinic — Real-World Data Projects with Companies
  • Integrated ethics, green computing, and data governance
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  • 02Dedicated advisor — personalized consultation to guide your career path based on your profile.
  • 03Financial Planning Simulation — Scholarships, Work-Study Programs, CPF: All Options Explored.
  • 04Campus tour — Paris-Villejuif or Nice, by appointment.
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Start date: November 2025

The program by the numbers

Results that speak for themselves

97%
Satisfaction Rate 2024/2025
100%
Passing the exam
2 years
Bachelor's degree → Master's degree (5–6 years of study)
3e
Big Data Master's Programs in France — Eduniversal

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What Sets Us Apart

What makes this MSc unique

A program that combines technical, business, and social skills—designed to address the real-world challenges of data engineering.

01
A Dual Approach: Technology and Theory
Master the tools (Cloud, Python, NoSQL) and understand their underlying mechanisms so you can adapt to any technology.

AWS · Azure · Kafka

02
Professional certifications included
A globally recognized certification each year—AWS, Azure, Kafka, MongoDB—that you can put to use right away during your internship or work-study program.

Annual certifications

03
RNCP Level 7 Certificate
A state-recognized professional certification registered with the RNCP under number 37763: “Expert in Infrastructure and Big Data Processing.”

Bachelor's or Master's degree

04
AI Clinic
Real-world projects based on data from partner companies in finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and marketing. Hands-on experience starting in the first year.

Real-life cases

05
Certificate valid for life
Your skills are kept up to date with the latest technological advancements—such as cloud computing, AI, and big data—at no extra cost throughout your career.

Unique in France

06
Ethics & Green Computing
Data governance, GDPR, relevant laws, and the environmental impact of the cloud: a societal dimension integrated into every technical module.

Ethical AI

Your journey

2 years to become a Data Engineering Expert

Whether you're entering after a bachelor's degree, a master's degree, or a doctoral degree—the program adapts to your starting level.

1
Year 1 — MSc DE1 (4-year program)
Data Architecture & Engineering
Initial training
  • Fundamentals of Big Data & Data Engineering
  • Python, SQL, Scala — data programming
  • Centralized database architecture
  • Data Pipeline & ETL
  • Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • AI Clinic — Corporate Project
Certification included
AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals
2
Year 2 — MSc DE2 (5–6 years of higher education)
Big Data, Cloud & Expert Leadership
Initial Training or Work-Study Program · Master's Level (RNCP Level 7)
  • Big Data Processing
  • AWS & Azure Cloud — Advanced Architecture
  • NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Kafka, etc.)
  • Machine Learning Applied to Big Data
  • Distributed Computing
  • Applied Research Thesis
Certification included
AWS Data Analytics or Azure Data Engineer Associate

Direct admission to DE2 is possible depending on your level and experience. Please contact our admissions office for an assessment.

Employability

Professions at the heart of the digital transformati

Data engineers and architects are among the most in-demand roles in the global technology market.

  • Data Engineer
    Infrastructure & Pipeline
    Data Engineer
    A key player in the data chain: acquisition, storage, pipeline, and transformation. It lays the foundation for an organization’s entire data operations.

    Job Description 

  • Data Architect
    Architecture & Strategy
    Data Architect
    He designs the overall structure of a corporate data project, including technology choices, cloud architecture, and data warehousing. He combines technical expertise with an understanding of business challenges.

    Job Description 

And also: Cloud Architect, DataOps Engineer, MLOps Engineer, Data Platform Lead…

All professions 

They chose Aivancity

Hearing from our students

Technical experts, united by a common goal: to lead the way in data management.

  • “

    The MSc program’s dual focus on technical and business skills helped me land a job as a Data Engineer at a major corporation right after graduation. The AWS certifications really made a difference during my interviews.

    Alexander
    MSc Graduate — Data Engineer
  • “

    What appealed to me was the program’s practical focus: we work with real-world data using tools that are actually used in the business world. The AI Clinic gave me experience that few students at the four-year level have.

    Camille
    MSc Student, Year 2 — Work-Study Program

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Paris-Villejuif Campus

A campus designed to helpstudents learn in a different way

360° of AI and meaning. Open to the city, connected to the future—the Villejuif campus embodies aivancity’s educational philosophy.

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151 Boulevard Maxime Gorki, Villejuif Metro Line7 – Villejuif Louis Aragon, 5-minute walk · 15 minutes from Place d'Italie · Tram T7

 
  • 01Immersive Arena — a non-traditional lecture hall for debate, experimentation, and sharing. Hybrid rooms connected between the Paris and Nice campuses.
  • 02Project & prototyping spaces — creative pods, coworking areas, interactive classrooms equipped with 86-inch touchscreens.
  • 03Educational robots —Pepper, Nao, Nova, and Awabot—to explore advanced applications of AI and robotics.
  • 04Eco-friendly campus — certified HQE Exceptionnel & BREEAM Excellent. Smart lighting, acoustic comfort, energy efficiency.
  • 05Open to the community —more than 50 events per year, more than 4,000 participants. Strategic partnership with the City of Villejuif.
WiFi 6E Cafeteria Gym HQE Exceptional BREEAM Excellent Paris & Nice

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Next semester — November

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?

Join the next class and become the data engineering expert that companies are looking for.

Paris-Villejuif & Nice · Bachelor’s to Master’s degrees · Introductory and Work-Study Programs · Starts in November

aivancity Innovation — Responsible Work-Study Program

aivancity fully covers the tuition costs for all first-year students admitted to the program who are eligible for the work-study program but are unable to find a host company.

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Selection process

  • 01
    Online form
    Personal Information, Academic Background, Work Experience, and Motivation
  • 02
    Resume & Transcripts
    Complete resume + transcripts from the last 2 or 3 years of study
  • 03
    Degrees & Certificates
    High school diploma (or equivalent), university degrees earned, proof of enrollment (if applicable)
  • 04
    Introductory video
    A short video describing your background and motivations
  • 05
    Letters of recommendation
    1 or 2 letters from teachers — optional but recommended
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