# Help students choose the right pathway . Canonical HTML: https://facts.dsti.school/ This Markdown copy is generated from the same DSTI static-site build as the canonical HTML page. It is intended for machine readability and concise retrieval. DSTI partners facts sheet Start with the full decision: France is the destination. AI, Data and Cyber are the opportunity. DSTI is the specialised, flexible, English-taught engineering pathway. 1. Destination Explain why international families should seriously consider France. 2. Labour market Show why AI, data, cyber and computing are structurally strong fields. 3. Product fit Match student profiles with DSTI programmes and study modes. 4. Conversion Handle objections, admissions, visas and settling-in concerns. Version: 25 June 2026. 01 — Destination ## Why choose France for higher education? Start by positioning [France as a high-value European choice](https://dsti.school/choose-france/), not as a fallback destination. This helps families understand why studying in France can be academically, professionally and personally attractive. 1,600+ programmes taught in English #1 visited country in the world (102m tourists in 2025) 7th world economy, 2nd in the EU 66m inhabitants and a major European market Academic value ### Study in English, live internationally France combines long-standing academic strength with an increasingly international higher-education offer. Career value ### Strong opportunities Internships, global companies and access to the European job market make France a serious career platform. Return on investment ### Balanced cost and quality France offers quality education, healthcare and social support in a cost structure often more balanced than other major destinations. Human experience ### Culture and quality of life Students and families also buy a life experience: safety, culture, gastronomy, mobility and European travel. How to explain it [France is not only attractive](https://dsti.school/choose-france/). It is academically credible, economically strong and internationally liveable. ### Paris: global capital - Major academic, cultural and professional ecosystem. - International business, finance, consulting, technology and startups. - DSTI campus in the 5th district, close to the Latin Quarter. - World-class student life with culture, mobility and career opportunities everywhere. ### French Riviera: technology and lifestyle - Easy first step into France and Europe. - Sunny, international, and welcoming without fluent French. - [Sophia-Antipolis](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophia_Antipolis): largest European science and technology park. - [Nice](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nice), [Monaco](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monaco), [Cannes](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannes) and [Italy](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liguria) nearby. 02 — Opportunity ## Why France for AI, Data and Cyber? France offers a rare combination: mathematical tradition, engineering culture, industrial power and national strategic sectors that need AI, data and cyber security talent. Academic rigour ### Mathematics and engineering France has a centuries' old and deep tradition in mathematics, scientific research and engineering education — especially relevant for AI and computing. Industrial demand ### Strategic sectors Only independant country in Europe for civil and military nuclear, aerospace and defence. Also finance, telecoms, luxury, mobility and healthcare all require robust digital systems. Technology ecosystem ### AI and cyber infrastructure France's digital economy and international responsibilities connect international organisations, research institutions, large corporations, startups and specialised technology clusters. 1.3m people working in digital professions in France, average 2021–2023 4.6% of all employed workers in digital professions ~50% of digital professionals hold a Master's degree or above 70% of digital workers have managerial responsibilities ### Why Master's-level training matters Continental Europe, including France, is largely a Master's-level market for specialist, engineering, architecture and leadership-track roles. This is a key argument when advising students who want long-term career mobility in AI, data or cyber. Sources: Institut National de la Statistique et des Études Économiques (INSEE: the French National Institute for Statistics and Economic Studies) [data on digital professions in France, including employment levels, educational attainment and managerial responsibilities](https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/8616855?sommaire=8616883). 03A — Career environment ## The French job market: more than a salary. When families compare destinations, remind them that France is not only about getting a first job. It is also about entering a labour market with strong protections, paid holidays, healthcare access and structured routes from study to employment. 5+ weeks of statutory paid leave for private-sector employees 35h a widely recognised full-time working-week reference 3,100€ net per month: the average salary of a Master's graduate 80% in CDI — France's standard long-term employment contract Careers with room to live ### Real holidays, real protections France combines serious careers with real quality of life: 5+ weeks of paid leave, public holidays, strong protections, and a highly productive work culture. Social model ### A safety-net economy France combines a strong private-sector job market with social protections such as healthcare coverage and regulated employment conditions. For many families, this is part of the value of studying in Europe. Career entry ### Internships matter In France, the final-year internship is often a real pre-recruitment mechanism. It is not just “work experience”; it can be the bridge between student status and a first professional role. How to explain it The French final-year six-month internship, applicable to Bachelor and Master's students, often plays a similar role to graduate programmes in English-speaking countries: employers test fit, students prove themselves, and recruitment can follow naturally. ### Why the final internship is powerful - It gives students substantial professional experience before graduation. - It lets employers assess skills, attitude and team fit in real conditions. - It helps international students build a French professional network. - If the student is hired shortly after the internship, French rules can recognise the internship period in relation to trial-period and seniority calculations. ### What this means for DSTI students - Programmes are designed with professional integration in mind. - Technical projects and certification preparation strengthen the CV before internship search. - The internship is a key moment to convert academic learning into employability. - Students should treat internship search as an early, strategic career step. Sources: [Service-Public.fr confirms](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F2258?lang=en) paid leave accrues at 2.5 working days per month and that internships have a maximum duration of 6 months. Service-Public.fr [also notes that](https://entreprendre.service-public.gouv.fr/vosdroits/F20559?lang=en), when a trainee is hired within 3 months after the end of the internship, the internship duration is deducted from the trial period and taken into account for seniority-related entitlements. 03B - Employability ## From strong studies to real professional outcomes. DSTI prepares students and experienced learners for the job market through technical depth, professional certification preparation, internship or professional-application work, career coaching and active follow-up from academic and corporate relations teams. ### Market-ready is not a slogan. It is a process. At DSTI, employability starts before the internship or professional application phase. Academic progression, projects, certifications, public profiles, career preparation and corporate relations work together so learners can show what they can build, analyse, secure and explain. 97% Find an internship within 6 months after the end of studies. 95% Find employment within 6 months after graduation. 600+ Companies have employed DSTI students and graduates in France, Europe and worldwide. Exec Experienced professionals also use DSTI to strengthen or reposition their career. Paid internships ### A French advantage students can feel immediately In France, internships are regulated and paid when they exceed two months in duration. This gives international students a more structured and professional internship experience than in many countries where internships may remain unpaid or informal. - In 2026, the minimum legal internship gratification is listed at €4.50 per training hour for internships longer than two months. - DSTI students generally receive more than the minimum. - Typical monthly amounts: around €800 for Bachelor students and €1,200 for Master's students. Early-career salaries ### Indicative graduate salary ranges in France Actual salaries depend on the role, sector, location, language level, prior experience and market conditions. The figures below are indicative early-career gross annual salary ranges for France. €25k–€28k Bachelor graduate €38k–€45k Master's graduate ### Technical projects Learners build evidence of practical ability through demanding technical work. ### Professional certifications Programmes prepare students for external certification exams recognised by employers. ### Career preparation CVs, cover letters, public profiles and job-search strategy are actively covered. ### Corporate relations Learners benefit from job-board guidance, employer connections and corporate follow-up. ### Student action Outcomes are strongest when learners actively engage, apply, practise and follow through. ### A company network with real depth More than 600 companies have employed DSTI students and graduates across France, Europe and the wider world. The logos below are not random: each one corresponds to a public LinkedIn example used in DSTI applicant information material. They make real pathways easier to read without presenting any employer as a guaranteed destination. 24 public examples shown here [Air Liquide](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessagiraldo/) [Airbus](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonybaudchon/) [Airbus Defence and Space](https://www.linkedin.com/in/colard-nathalie/) [Allianz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmine-elkhdar-0672a11b4/) [Amadeus](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-fogliarini-592a4058/) [Amazon](https://www.linkedin.com/in/uwitije-claudine-com/) [Atos](https://www.linkedin.com/in/abixhxkx/) [Balenciaga](https://www.linkedin.com/in/disha-srinivasa-chary-63489322a/) [Bayer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuting-wu-244b08ba) [BBVA](https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentinarodriguezlp/) [BNP Paribas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghita-lamrabet-186795170/) [Carrefour](https://www.linkedin.com/in/longyin-couppey/) [EDF](https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorcoppin78000/) [Fortinet](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-lazar-0647811b3/) [L'Oréal](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tijani-tijani-ab46b3174/) [Meta](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishnu-indramohan/) [Michelin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/prianca-calmels-930410111/) [Samsung](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dooinnkim/) [Sanofi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chlo%C3%A9-hima/) [Schneider Electric](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-emilia-albornoz-calderon-91989b92/) [Société Générale](https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbayet/) [Stellantis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rameshwari-tailor/) [TotalEnergies](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashish-singh-a3671612b/) [Worldline](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-glace/) Executive and professional learners ### Experienced learners have their own career story. DSTI also works with managers, engineers, consultants and entrepreneurs who study while carrying professional responsibilities. For them, employability is not only first employment: it can be career repositioning, leadership, AI transformation responsibility or stronger technical credibility. Olivier Gschwind Transformation leader DSTI graduate · Spring 2019 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivier-gschwind/) Razan Nofal Consulting or project direction DSTI graduate · Autumn 2019 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/razan-nofal-0b6310149/) Diego Carriel Lopez Data and analytics responsibility DSTI graduate · Autumn 2022 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego-carriel-lopez-phd-03325545/) Guillaume Pealat Entrepreneurial pathway DSTI graduate · Spring 2024 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpealat/) Lorena Romeo Career repositioning DSTI graduate · Autumn 2019 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorena-romeo-2ba19621/) Arun Chinega Engineering or IT leadership Professional learner · Autumn 2025 [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/arunchinega/) DoS + Corporate Relations ### DSTI works on employability like a professional placement partner. The Direction of Studies and Corporate Relations teams help learners prepare their profile, understand the market, target opportunities, use the right platforms and follow through professionally. DSTI can guide and support, but outcomes remain linked to effort, maturity, language development, timing and the market. DSTI prepares learners for employability from day one: rigorous technical education, hands-on projects, professional certification preparation, internship or professional-application work, CV and public profile support, corporate relations and active follow-up. Reference points: DSTI Careers information; official French rules on internship remuneration. Employment and salary figures are indicative DSTI internal / institutional guidance and should not be presented as individual guarantees. 04 — Language advantage ## Why learning French is an investment in the future. DSTI teaches in English, so students can start their academic journey without already being fluent in French. But students who use their time in France to learn French add a powerful long-term career asset. Immediate value ### Daily life becomes easier French helps with housing, internships, administration, social life and integration. Even basic progress can make students feel more confident and independent. Employability ### More options in France and Europe English opens the classroom; French opens more of the local job market, client-facing roles, public-sector environments and long-term career opportunities. Global future ### A language of tomorrow's decision-makers French is spoken across Europe, Africa, North America and international organisations. Demographic growth in Francophone Africa means today's students may work in a world where French is even more influential. How to explain it Students do not need French to study at DSTI, but learning French while studying in France can multiply their future professional options. ### The “wow” message Several projections have argued that French could become one of the world's most spoken languages by 2050, largely because of demographic growth in Africa. The exact ranking is debated, but the strategic direction is clear: French is not a language of the past. ### What to tell students - Study in English at DSTI. - Use France as a real-life French-learning environment. - Graduate with technical skills plus a language advantage. - Think long term: by the time today's students become managers and decision-makers, Francophone markets may be much more important. Source: France 24 [reported on projections](https://www.france24.com/en/20140326-will-french-be-world-most-spoken-language-2050) suggesting French could become the world's most spoken language by 2050; this projection is best presented as a powerful trend signal, not as a guaranteed ranking. 05 — Explain the field ## Make AI, Data and Cyber understandable. Many students say “I want AI” without knowing whether they mean data science, data engineering, analytics, software or cyber. Use these simple explanations to guide them towards the right programme. ### Engineering reliable systems How do banks transfer money securely? How does Netflix serve millions of users? How do Amazon, Google and cloud systems remain available despite failures and attacks? - Software engineering - Cloud infrastructure - Databases and networks - Cyber security and resilience ### Modelling the real world How do we predict behaviour, optimise decisions, model physical systems, process signals or recommend content? - Applied mathematics - Statistics and probability - Machine learning - Data science and AI Role | Simple explanation for families | Typical DSTI pathway Data Scientist | Builds and evaluates AI and statistical models. | MSc Data Science & AI Data Engineer | Builds the data pipelines, platforms and infrastructure that make AI work at scale. | MSc Data Engineering for AI Data Analyst | Turns data into insight for decisions, operations and strategy. | MSc Data Analytics with Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Specialist | Protects systems, networks, applications and information assets. | MSc Cyber Security Software / Cloud Engineer | Builds and operates the technical systems behind digital services. | BSc Computer Science & Engineering, then MSc specialisation 06A - Facts & figures ## DSTI at a glance A focused specialist school with the scale to be credible: compact by design, international by reality, and large enough within its field to matter. ### Specialised does not mean small-impact. DSTI is intentionally focused on AI, Data, Cybersecurity and computer engineering. Within that specialist scope, the school has reached a genuinely respectable size and international footprint. One connected school Paris Central campus French Riviera Sophia-Antipolis tech park Online access Live Streamed & Online 2015 Created from scratch as a specialist engineering school. 400 Students per year, in a focused portfolio of programmes. 1,200+ Alumni now part of DSTI’s graduate community. 7 Programmes across Bachelor, MSc, Executive and postgraduate levels. 50+ Faculty members and contributors across DSTI’s teaching ecosystem. 20+ Operational staff supporting students, applicants and faculty. 70–80% International students in a typical entry. 100+ Nationalities received in the last 5 years, from all continents. 95%+ Typical employability rate 6 months after graduation. The key message: DSTI is not trying to be a huge generalist institution. It is a sizeable specialist school in a high-demand field, with a strongly international student body and measurable career outcomes. 06B — The school ## Why DSTI? Position DSTI as a specialist engineering school: selective, technical, international and highly flexible. DSTI School of Engineering is a specialist French higher education institution focused on computing, data, AI and cyber security, with programmes taught in English and delivered through flexible study modes in Paris, Nice Sophia-Antipolis and online. Specialist ### Focused by design DSTI is not a generalist university or business school. Its academic centre is computing, AI, data and cyber. International ### English as the operating language Programmes are taught in English, with an international student body and global recruitment orientation. Flexible ### Hybrid from the start On campus, Live Streamed and Online asynchronous modes are part of DSTI's original model, not a temporary add-on. ### A proven hybrid model - Online since 2015. - Live and asynchronous study models refined over a decade. - Broadcast-quality live-streaming infrastructure. - Secure proctoring and quality control. - Active monitoring and Direction of Studies follow-up. ### Professional expertise - External certification preparation. - Industry tools and practical workflows. - Hands-on projects and internships. - Faculty combining academic and professional experience. 06B — Academic culture ## French-recognised rigour, British-inspired student care. This is a useful comparison for partners familiar with UK institutions: DSTI is French in its recognised academic framework and engineering seriousness, while its student follow-up is closer to a UK-style academic support culture. DSTI combines the rigour of a French-recognised engineering-focused institution with a more personal, British-inspired academic support culture: demanding rules, clear assessment, active monitoring and a Direction of Studies team that follows students as people, not files. 60% Pass grade for courses, Teaching Units and global graduation average. 100 Grades are expressed out of 100 and rounded to the nearest multiple of five. 1 Only one course per Teaching Unit may be failed, subject to the sovereign Graduation Committee. DoS Direction of Studies follows progression, support requests and academic operations. French-recognised rigour ### Demanding academic rules, clearly published DSTI’s academic framework is structured: assessment methods, pass rules, retakes, deferrals, integrity expectations and committee decisions are published and operationally followed. - Courses and Teaching Units are acquired at 60%. - Graduation requires a global average of at least 60%. - Academic integrity and assessment procedures are explicit. - The DSTI Graduation Committee remains sovereign. British-inspired care ### Direction of Studies as academic operations and student support Direction of Studies is not presented as a French legal category. It is DSTI’s operational model for monitoring teaching quality, assessment coherence, student progression and pastoral support. - Progression monitoring and individual follow-up. - Coordination between students, professors and operational teams. - Support with study organisation, motivation and difficulties. - A reassuring point of contact for students, and where appropriate families, through the partner relationship. How to explain it DSTI is demanding and supportive at the same time. The 60% pass threshold and formal academic framework show seriousness; Direction of Studies shows that students are actively followed through that demanding environment. DSTI combines French-recognised academic rigour with a British-inspired culture of student care: clear rules, a demanding 60% pass framework, formal academic committees, and a Direction of Studies team that monitors quality, progression and support. Academic model pitch Reference: DSTI Academic Framework & Procedures page. 07 — Faculty ## A working community of academics, researchers and professionals. DSTI’s teaching strength comes from a deliberately mixed faculty: academics and researchers for foundations, practitioners for implementation, and professional contributors for the environments in which digital systems are built, secured and governed. ### Faculty is a credibility signal. Students learn from people who understand theory, systems, tools, organisations and professional judgement. [Explore DSTI faculty](https://dsti.school/faculty) ### 50+ faculty members and contributors A broad teaching ecosystem covering computing, data, AI, cyber security, systems, business and professional skills. ### 66% industry, professional or internal teaching profiles The classroom is not separated from the workplace: students meet real tools, real constraints and real implementation cultures. ### Academic and research depth Mathematics, statistics, optimisation, AI, semantic web, law and complex systems are taught with strong scientific foundations. ### Professional environment Project management, business applications, legal context, ethics, communication and sustainable digital systems complete the technical core. How to explain it DSTI is not built around one type of teacher. It combines academic seriousness with professional reality, so students learn both why technologies work and how they are used in organisations. 08 — Professional proof ## Professional certifications: built into the academic journey. DSTI uses external certification preparation to connect academic learning with recognisable professional evidence. The exact certification pathway depends on the programme, level and route. ### Not decorative. Structured, prepared and assessed. Professional certification preparation is integrated into DSTI programmes because partners and employers need evidence that students can engage with real tools, platforms and technical standards. DSTI is careful not to present certifications as automatic prizes: students prepare during the programme and must validate the relevant external exam or approved pathway. BSc ### One certification per year The Bachelor route uses three mandatory milestones across the programme, from Microsoft Office Specialist to cloud and advanced technical options. MSc Data ### Neo4j + with Honours option MSc Data routes require Neo4j. A second approved certification is highly recommended and grants the “with Honours” distinction. Cyber ### Security-oriented stack Cyber students prepare certifications linked to cloud, networking, Microsoft security architecture, CyberOps, information protection and CEH-oriented preparation. Executive ### Focused executive pathway Executive MSc students validate Neo4j. A second targeted certification such as AWS or Microsoft PL-200 may strengthen the professional profile. Control ### Alternatives are validated Alternative certifications are not a free-for-all: Faculty and Direction of Studies must validate relevance, level and route coherence. Graph and data ### Neo4j A central certification signal for MSc Data and Executive MSc routes, connected to graph databases and modern data modelling. Cloud ### AWS and Microsoft Azure Cloud certification preparation supports infrastructure, data engineering, AI deployment and cyber security credibility. Cyber & networks ### Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA, CEH-oriented preparation Cyber and infrastructure routes use certification preparation to evidence networking, security operations and system protection skills. Analytics platforms ### Power BI, SAS, Tableau, Oracle, Databricks Depending on the route, students may prepare or validate platform-oriented evidence aligned with analytics, data engineering and AI work. ### Why it matters for partners - Certifications make skills easier to explain to students and families. - They give employers names and platforms they can recognise quickly. - They help students speak more confidently in technical interviews. - They demonstrate discipline: passing an external exam requires preparation and seriousness. ### How to present it accurately - Say “preparation for professional certification exams”, not automatic certification. - Explain that rules differ by programme and year. - Emphasise that certifications complement the degree; they do not replace academic work. - For controlled alternatives, Faculty and Direction of Studies validation is required. DSTI integrates professional certification preparation into the academic pathway. Students work towards recognised external exams such as Neo4j, AWS, Microsoft, Cisco and other route-relevant certifications, so their degree is supported by practical, employer-recognisable evidence. Certification pitch Certification pathways follow programme rules published on DSTI programme pages. Prepared and accepted certifications may evolve with academic planning, vendor changes and Faculty / Direction of Studies validation. 08 — The offer ## Programme portfolio. Use this section to match each student profile with the right DSTI pathway. The goal is not only to present the catalogue, but to qualify fit accurately. ### [BSc Computer Science & Engineering](https://dsti.school/bachelor-computer-science-and-engineering) A rigorous three-year, English-taught Bachelor's programme building the scientific, mathematical and engineering foundations of modern computing. Students progress from computer systems, networks, databases and software engineering to cloud, cyber security, data engineering and AI, while developing practical skills, professional certifications and real industry exposure through internships. 3 years Spring & Autumn entries Campus or Live Streamed Online upon request (case by case) Mandatory internship in Year 3 - Science-based computing foundations Mathematics, physics-informed thinking, computer architecture, systems, networks, databases and algorithms give students a deep understanding of how digital technologies really work. - Engineering modern digital systems Students learn software engineering, cloud infrastructure, cyber security, data engineering, DevOps and AI foundations through practical technical work. - Professional certifications built in Preparation for major industry certifications is integrated into the programme, with three certifications required for graduation. - More than technical training French and/or Business English, accounting, marketing, law, HR, project management, sustainable IT and internships help students understand technology in real organisations. ### [MSc in Data Analytics with Artificial Intelligence](https://dsti.school/msc-in-data-analytics-with-ai) An English-taught MSc for students who want to turn data into decisions — and go beyond dashboards. The programme combines statistics, machine learning, programming, databases, data engineering and business intelligence, preparing graduates to build, automate and operationalise analytics solutions in real organisations. 2 years Spring & Autumn entries Campus or Live Streamed Online Mandatory internship in Year 2 - Beyond dashboarding Students learn analytics with strong foundations in statistics, machine learning, modelling and data interpretation. - Technical analytics, not just business reporting Python, R, SQL, data warehousing, NoSQL, data pipelines and cloud tools help students understand the systems behind analytics. - From insight to implementation The programme prepares students to automate workflows, build robust analytics processes and contribute to production-ready solutions. - Career-ready data professionals Professional certification, hands-on projects, support sessions and a mandatory final-year internship strengthen employability and workplace readiness. ### [MSc in Data Engineering for Artificial Intelligence](https://dsti.school/msc-in-data-engineering-for-ai) An English-taught MSc for students who want to build the technical foundations behind modern AI. The programme combines data engineering, cloud computing, software engineering, DevOps, data pipelines and machine learning, preparing graduates to design, operate and scale the systems that power artificial intelligence. 2 years Spring & Autumn entries Campus or Live Streamed Online Mandatory internship in Year 2 - Build the infrastructure behind AI Students learn to design data architectures, storage systems, pipelines and platforms that make AI projects possible at scale. - Strong computer engineering foundations Cloud computing, software engineering, programming, databases, DevOps and CI/CD prepare students for real technical environments. - From data pipelines to machine learning The programme connects data engineering with the mathematics, algorithms and applications of artificial intelligence. - Career-ready AI engineering profile Professional certification, hands-on projects, support sessions and a mandatory final-year internship help students move towards data engineering, cloud and AI engineering roles. ### [MSc in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence](https://dsti.school/msc-in-data-science-and-ai) A maths-driven, English-taught programme for students who want to become rigorous, technically capable Data Scientists and AI professionals. The programme combines mathematics, statistics, machine learning, deep learning, computer engineering and cloud technologies, preparing graduates to design, validate and operationalise AI solutions in real-world systems. 2 years Spring & Autumn entries Campus or Live Streamed Online Mandatory internship in Year 2 - Mathematical AI foundations Students build strong foundations in statistics, optimisation, probability, machine learning and deep learning, enabling them to understand how AI models really work. - From models to deployment The programme goes beyond experimentation, preparing students to prototype, validate, improve and operationalise AI solutions within modern IT infrastructures. - Computer engineering for Data Scientists Software engineering, databases, networking, cloud computing and MLOps help students collaborate effectively with Data Engineers and technical teams. - Career-ready AI and Data Science profile Professional certification, hands-on projects, support sessions and a mandatory final-year internship help students turn scientific AI training into credible Data Scientist, AI Engineer and applied ML career pathways. ### [MSc in Cyber Security](https://dsti.school/msc-in-cyber-security/) A technical, English-taught MSc for students who want to become cyber security specialists with strong computer engineering foundations. The programme covers systems, networks, low-level programming, infrastructure, cryptography, ethical attack and defence techniques, while also integrating law, compliance, project management and the human factor in cyber security. 2 years Autumn entry Campus or Live Streamed Online Mandatory internship in Year 2 - Cyber security built on computer engineering Students strengthen their understanding of operating systems, networks, software, databases, middleware, servers and infrastructure before specialising in cyber defence. - Deep technical security skills C, C++, assembly awareness, cryptography, code behaviour, obfuscation, infrastructure security and attack/defence methods prepare students for operational cyber roles. - From systems to real infrastructures Students learn to secure local, cloud, hybrid, virtualised and containerised environments, reflecting the complexity of modern organisations. - Career-ready cyber profile Professional certification, hands-on projects, support sessions and a mandatory final-year internship help students move towards cyber security analyst, security engineer, infrastructure security and cyber defence roles. ### [Executive MSc in Artificial Intelligence](https://dsti.school/executive-msc-artificial-intelligence-digital-transformation) A master's-level programme for experienced professionals who want more than an MBA-style overview of digital transformation. This Executive MSc gives leaders the scientific, technical and strategic understanding needed to drive AI initiatives with credibility — combining Data Science, AI, Data Engineering, Analytics, Cyber Security and leadership skills to move from buzzwords to real organisational impact. 6 months classes (live mode) Spring & Autumn entries Campus or Live Streamed Online 4 to 6 months mandatory professional application (in current job or elsewhere) - Executive AI, with real technical depth Participants go beyond surface-level AI awareness, building serious foundations in Data Science, AI, Data Engineering, Analytics and Cyber Security. - Built for experienced professionals Designed for seasoned profiles who need to guide teams, shape AI initiatives and make high-impact decisions in their organisations. - From strategy to implementation The programme connects scientific and technical understanding with leadership, governance and real-world organisational transformation. - Career-ready AI leadership profile Professional certification, applied projects, support sessions and a 4 to 6-month professional placement help participants strengthen their profile for AI leadership, innovation and transformation roles. ### [ENSAM x DSTI Joint Postgraduate Programme in Digital Industry & AI](https://dsti.school/fr/specialisation-postgraduate-industrie-digitale-ia) A master's-level joint programme combining [Arts et Métiers'](https://artsetmetiers.fr/en) engineering heritage as the second oldest engineering school in France, with DSTI's expertise in data and AI. Students learn to apply AI, data engineering, analytics, cyber security, cloud infrastructure and digital twins to modern industrial systems, preparing them to support the digital transformation of engineering, manufacturing and complex technical environments. 1 year Autumn entry Campus or Live Streamed Mandatory internship in Year 1 - Engineering heritage meets AI expertise A joint programme combining Arts et Métiers' long-standing engineering tradition with DSTI's specialist focus on data, AI and digital technologies. - AI for real industrial systems Students learn to apply machine learning, analytics, data processing and AI techniques to complex engineering and industrial challenges. - Digital twins and smart infrastructure The programme covers digital twins, cloud computing, inter-system communication, data management, cybersecurity and connected industrial environments. - Career-ready industrial AI profile Hands-on projects, professional certification preparation and practical industry exposure help students move towards roles in industrial AI, digital transformation, smart manufacturing and engineering innovation. 09A — Campuses ## One school, two campuses, one academic core. DSTI is not a federation of separate campuses running their own versions of the programmes. [Paris](https://dsti.school/paris-campus/), the [French Riviera](https://dsti.school/french-riviera-sophia-antipolis-campus), [Live Streamed](https://dsti.school/live-streamed) and [Online](https://dsti.school/online-studies) students belong to the same globally connected school, with shared academic standards, faculty, Direction of Studies and programme governance. French Riviera Campus Paris Campus DSTI hybrid teaching technology DSTI's flexibility is not improvised. It is built into the school: students may study in [Paris](https://dsti.school/paris-campus/), on the [French Riviera](https://dsti.school/french-riviera-sophia-antipolis-campus), [Live Streamed](https://dsti.school/live-streamed) or [Online](https://dsti.school/online-studies), while remaining part of one academic community with the same programmes, the same expectations and the same Direction of Studies. Flexible by design ### Students can switch study modes DSTI students can move between compatible study modes when their situation changes, especially between on-campus and Live Streamed participation. - Study on campus in [Paris](https://dsti.school/paris-campus/) or [Sophia-Antipolis](https://dsti.school/french-riviera-sophia-antipolis-campus). - Follow the same cohort [Live Streamed](https://dsti.school/live-streamed) when travel, visa, health or personal constraints require it. - Begin [Live Streamed](https://dsti.school/live-streamed) and later join a French campus when ready. - Keep academic continuity without changing programme, standards or Direction of Studies follow-up. Global cohort ### Paris, French Riviera / Sophia-Antipolis and Live Streamed together Live Streamed students are part of the same global cohort as on-campus students. The class is not split into separate local groups: Paris, Sophia-Antipolis and Live Streamed students follow the same academic rhythm and shared learning experience. - One programme structure. - One academic calendar and class rhythm. - One faculty and Direction of Studies framework. - One internationally connected DSTI classroom. One academic spine ### Same school, same standards Campus choice is not a separate academic track. The programmes, learning outcomes, assessments and academic monitoring are managed as one DSTI system. - Shared programme governance. - Shared Direction of Studies. - Shared faculty network. - Shared academic expectations. Paris ### Global capital experience Paris gives students a dense academic, cultural and professional environment, with access to international business, finance, consulting, technology, startups and French intellectual life. - DSTI presence in the 5th district, close to the Latin Quarter. - Additional Paris academic environment through Arts et Métiers. - Ideal for students seeking a major European capital experience. French Riviera ### Technology and lifestyle The French Riviera offers an easy first step into France and Europe, especially for students who do not yet speak fluent French. - Sunny, international and welcoming environment. - Nice, Monaco, Cannes and Italy nearby. - Sophia-Antipolis: major European science and technology park. ### Why this matters for students - They choose the environment that best fits their arrival, lifestyle and career goals. - They remain connected to the same DSTI academic system. - They do not lose academic continuity because of location. - They can experience a French campus while still benefiting from a global digital learning infrastructure. ### How to explain it DSTI should be presented as one globally connected school with two French anchors: Paris for a dense international capital experience, and the French Riviera for a softer landing into France, Mediterranean lifestyle and Sophia-Antipolis technology ecosystem. Source: [DSTI study modes](https://dsti.school/study-modes). 09B — Live Streamed ## The classroom experience, delivered anywhere. Live Streamed is not a passive webinar. It is DSTI's live classroom connected through technology: students join the same class rhythm, interact in real time, and follow the same academic expectations as campus students. One global cohort Live Streamed students are part of the same cohort as students in Paris and Sophia-Antipolis. They follow the same programme, same timetable logic, same faculty and same Direction of Studies support. Live participation ### Attend live, not alone Students from compatible time zones can join the classroom in real time, following the same board, professor explanations, classroom exchanges and academic pace. Classroom capture ### See and hear the room DSTI's live classrooms use multiple camera and microphone systems so remote students can see the professor, classroom activity and shared content more naturally. Interactive tools ### Take part from distance Remote collaboration tools allow professors to assist students directly, including support on a student's computer when needed during technical learning. How to explain it Live Streamed students are not spectators. They join the same academic life from another location, with recordings available afterwards for review. ### DSTI exclusive features - Double Full HD classroom camera capture. - HD microphones for professors and on-campus students. - High-precision touch boards. - Remote collaboration and technical assistance. - Replay access with recorded sessions and classroom material. - DSTI digital resources, including LMS content, software, cloud resources and learning materials. ### Best-fit students - Students who want structure and live interaction but cannot relocate immediately. - Students in compatible time zones who want to follow the normal class rhythm. - International students who may begin remotely before moving to France. - Students who value the discipline of a live timetable and direct professor interaction. DSTI Live Streamed gives students the rhythm and interaction of the classroom from another location: same programmes, same academic expectations, live participation, classroom recordings and full Direction of Studies support. Live Streamed pitch Source: [DSTI Programmes Live Streamed](https://dsti.school/live-streamed). 09C — Online ## Online asynchronous: study at your rhythm. [Online at DSTI](https://dsti.school/online-studies) is primarily asynchronous and designed for professionals, career changers and students who need autonomy without sacrificing academic seriousness or support. ![DSTI online studies](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/27114625/DSTI_Online_Studies.avif) Study at your own rhythm Boost your career without pausing it Flexible duration ### Your education, your rhythm [Online students](https://dsti.school/online-studies) progress at a pace compatible with professional and personal commitments, while staying connected to DSTI's academic structure. Asynchronous access ### Real classes, available anytime Students access recordings of real live classroom interactions, not isolated videos of a lone teacher speaking to a camera. Tailored study path ### Direction of Studies support The Direction of Studies team can build an individualised roadmap aligned with the student's pace, priorities and professional needs. ### [What makes DSTI Online different](https://dsti.school/online-studies) - 24/7 access to learning content and recordings. - Clear progression through structured milestones. - Possibility to join live classes when available. - Access to support sessions, DSTI events and academic resources. - Worldwide alumni community and professional network. ### Best-fit students - Working professionals who cannot attend a fixed daily timetable. - Career changers needing a serious technical pathway without pausing life. - Students who are autonomous but still need structure and follow-up. - Applicants seeking upskilling, a Certificate of Achievement, or a full MSc / Executive MSc pathway. How to explain it [Online](https://dsti.school/online-studies) is not a lower-value version of DSTI. It is the most flexible access route into the same academic ecosystem, with recordings from real classes, structured milestones and Direction of Studies guidance. [DSTI Online](https://dsti.school/online-studies) is the school's asynchronous “third campus”: students study at their own rhythm, access real classroom recordings, follow a structured pathway and receive personalised Direction of Studies support. Online pitch Source: [DSTI Online asynchronous](https://dsti.school/online-studies). 10 — Qualification ## Who is the right student for DSTI? Good recruitment is not just more applications. It is more right-fit applications, with students who are ready for DSTI's academic expectations. ### Best-fit profiles - STEM-oriented students. - Students who like logic, mathematics, systems and problem-solving. - Applicants seeking English-taught education in Europe. - Students interested in AI, data, cyber or computing careers. - Working professionals needing flexibility. - Students ready for a selective and technically serious environment. ### Less suitable profiles - Students seeking a broad business degree. - Students who dislike technical work. - Applicants expecting AI without maths or computing. - Students looking for an easy online degree. - Students with weak English and no plan to improve. - Students without realistic financial or relocation planning. 11A — Admissions ## From enquiry to enrolment. Use this funnel to guide students clearly from first enquiry to enrolment, while keeping expectations accurate. ### Pre-qualification Check academic background, English level, programme fit, motivation and financial realism. ### Online application Standard documents: CV, cover letter, photo ID, transcripts, English language test (if applicable) . ### Academic review DSTI Admissions and Direction of Studies assess eligibility, selectivity and fit. ### Interview or entry assessment Where applicable, the applicant completes an interview or additional assessment. ### Admission and scholarship decision Scholarships are merit-based and must never be promised by partners. ### Deposit and enrolment letter The tuition deposit secures enrolment steps and supports visa preparation where applicable. Golden rule You can guide, explain and support — but admission, scholarships and academic decisions remain DSTI decisions. 11B — Student visa ## French student visas: careful preparation, human support. The visa stage is often the most stressful moment for students and families. DSTI's message should be clear: the process is serious, country-specific and never guaranteed — but admitted students are not left alone with it. ### Not automatic. Not frightening. A process to prepare properly. French student visa rules are national, but local Campus France offices, France-Visas checklists, visa centres and French Consulates may apply country-specific requirements. DSTI therefore combines admission documentation with FeelFrançais support to help students prepare a coherent and locally compliant file. VLS-TS The usual long-stay student visa route for non-EU students joining a programme longer than three months. €50/€99 Indicative France-Visas student visa fee depending on country procedure; local service fees may apply. 964h Student work allowance per year in France, giving flexibility across academic periods and holidays. 90%+ DSTI's global student visa success track record has been around, and often above, this level since 2015. ### Admission The student is admitted and receives the relevant DSTI documents for visa preparation. ### Campus France Where applicable, the student follows the Études en France / Campus France procedure. ### France-Visas The student completes the official online visa application and follows the local checklist. ### Appointment A visa centre, biometrics, document check and/or interview may be required locally. ### Decision The final decision always belongs to the French consular authorities. Timing ### Start early: weeks, not days Students should start visa preparation as soon as admission is confirmed and required documents are available. In many countries, families should allow several weeks, and ideally two to three months, because appointment availability, Campus France processing, biometrics, consular review and requests for additional documents can all add time. - France-Visas indicates that processing can often take around 15 days once submitted. - Some files can take longer, especially when additional checks or missing documents are involved. - The waiting time for an appointment is separate from the final processing time. Cost ### Small fee, serious stakes The visa fee is modest compared with tuition and living costs, but students should budget for the full local process. France-Visas indicates student visa pricing of €50 for countries or territories using the Études en France procedure and €99 for other countries, subject to special cases. - Visa fees are normally not refunded if the application is refused or withdrawn. - Local visa-centre service charges may apply. - Translations, document preparation and travel to appointments may also create costs. Interview ### There may be an interview Depending on the country, the student may have a Campus France interview, a visa-centre appointment, a Consulate-related interview, or several of these steps. This should not be presented as a trap, but as a way to verify the student's identity, documents, motivation, financial plan and understanding of the study project. What the file must prove ### Coherence matters A good student visa file is not just a pile of documents. It must tell a credible story. - Genuine admission into a French higher education institution. - Clear academic and career project. - Credible financial resources and tuition payment plan. - Accommodation preparation in France. - Consistency between background, chosen programme and future goals. Blocked account ### Not a general requirement A blocked account is not a standard requirement for all French student visa applicants. It is a local requirement or financial-proof mechanism used only in some countries, notably in a limited number of African contexts. Students should follow the instructions given by their local Campus France office, France-Visas checklist, visa centre or French Consulate — not rumours or generic advice from another country. Student jobs ### Work allowance with flexibility A French student visa normally allows international students to work up to 964 hours per year . This annual allowance is useful because students can work less during intensive study periods and more during holidays. Student work should still be presented as a complement, not as the main way to finance studies. Track record ### Preparation works DSTI's global student visa acceptance rate has generally been around, and sometimes above, 90% since the school started operating in 2015. This is not a guarantee, but it reflects serious admissions screening, coherent study projects, credible financial preparation and structured support. No guarantee ### Be reassuring, not careless No school, partner or service provider can guarantee a visa decision. The right promise is preparation: clear documents, honest information, coherent motivation, credible finances, accommodation planning and careful respect of local instructions. FeelFrançais prepares students for the full visa and pre-arrival journey. DSTI works with FeelFrançais at no extra cost for students and partners. FeelFrançais helps admitted students understand the steps, organise documents, prepare for possible interviews, check the coherence of their study project, anticipate accommodation questions and reduce avoidable mistakes in the visa file. No extra cost A French student visa is not automatic, and it should never be presented casually. But students should not face it alone. DSTI and FeelFrançais help admitted students prepare a coherent, credible and locally compliant file: documents, timing, finances, accommodation, study project and possible interview preparation. The goal is to reduce uncertainty, avoid preventable mistakes and give each serious student the strongest possible preparation before the final consular decision. Sources and reference points: [France-Visas student visa information](https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/etudiant); [France-Visas application process](https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/la-demarche); [France-Visas fee table](https://france-visas.gouv.fr/documents/d/france-visas/frais-de-visa-anglais); [Campus France VLS-TS information](https://www.campusfrance.org/en/student-long-stay-visa); [Campus France working while studying in France](https://www.campusfrance.org/en/working-student). Local requirements may vary by country and must always be checked through the student's official local procedure. 11C — After graduation ## Post-study rights: from studies to employment. France offers structured routes for international graduates who convert their studies into real professional integration. The message must be attractive, but precise: long-term stay is built around employment, salary thresholds, residence rules and legal criteria — not promises. ### France rewards employability, not immigration luck. The French route is best explained as a progression: study seriously, build professional exposure through the final internship, then move towards employment, talent status, long-term residence and, eventually, possible naturalisation under conditions. 1 year Post-study job-search / business-creation status for eligible graduates. 4 years Maximum duration of many multi-year residence routes, including talent cards. 5 years Important milestone for long-term residence or naturalisation, under conditions. B2 French-language level now required for naturalisation by decree, unless exempt. ### Studies Students build the academic and technical profile that makes later employment credible. ### Internship The final internship gives direct exposure to employers before the post-study period starts. ### Job search Eligible graduates may apply for a one-year job-search / business-creation status. ### Employment Longer stay is built around a qualifying job, contract, salary and residence route. ### Integration After several years, long-term residence or naturalisation may become possible. The French advantage ### One year, plus real market exposure France is sometimes compared with countries advertising longer post-study job-search periods. But the comparison should not be made only as “one year versus eighteen months”. In France, students normally enter the job market before graduation through the final internship. For DSTI students, the real sequence is therefore: - academic studies; - substantial final internship and employer exposure; - then, where eligible, a one-year job-search / business-creation residence status. One-year post-study status ### Recherche d'emploi / création d'entreprise Eligible graduates may apply for a temporary residence status allowing them to remain in France for one year to look for a job or create a business linked to their studies. During this period, they may work as employees and the employer does not need to request a work authorisation. The status is not renewable. - Eligibility depends on the diploma and personal situation. - Specific rules apply to some nationalities, notably Algerian nationals. - Students should always check current official conditions before relying on this route. Employment logic ### Staying is based on having a real job France should be presented clearly: long-term stay is based on professional integration. There is no simple “stay because you studied” promise. The system looks at concrete factors such as the job, contract, salary, relation to the training, work-authorisation rules and the residence category. - It is not a lottery-style system. - It is not based on an advertised nationality quota for these professional routes. - Some nationalities may be covered by specific bilateral rules, so local advice still matters. Standard employee route ### Salarié / travailleur temporaire The standard work route depends on the job and contract. A CDI is generally associated with the employee route, while a fixed-term contract may lead to a temporary-worker route. In many standard cases, the employer must obtain work authorisation before the graduate can work under that status. - After a first temporary residence card, a multi-year residence card may be possible. - In the general case, the French multi-year card is valid for up to 4 years , not 5. - Recent rules also include French-language and civic-exam requirements for some multi-year cards. Talent route ### Talent – qualified employee The talent – qualified employee route is one of the most attractive pathways for strong graduate profiles. It is linked to a qualifying French diploma, a qualifying employment contract and a salary threshold. The employer does not need to request a standard work authorisation. - Current official threshold listed by Service-Public: €39,582 gross per year . - The contract must be for more than 3 months. - The card duration follows the contract, up to a maximum of 4 years . EU Blue Card ### Talent – carte bleue européenne The talent – EU Blue Card route is designed for highly qualified employment. It can be very attractive for graduates moving into higher-paid technical roles, because it has clear eligibility criteria and does not require the employer to request a standard work authorisation. - Current official threshold listed by Service-Public: €59,373 gross per year . - The employment contract must be for at least 6 months. - For contracts of at least 2 years, the card can be issued up to a maximum of 4 years . Long-term residence ### The real 5-year milestone The important “five-year” point in France is not a standard five-year work permit. It is the possible move towards longer-term residence after several years of regular and continuous residence, subject to conditions such as stable resources, integration and legal stay. - The usual multi-year professional cards are generally up to 4 years. - After 5 years, longer-term residence routes may become possible under conditions. - This is a stability milestone, not an automatic entitlement. Naturalisation ### Possible later, never automatic Naturalisation by decree may become possible after several years, but it is a separate legal process and never automatic. The general residence requirement is 5 years , with exceptions. Applicants must show lawful residence, integration, stable professional and material ties in France, good character and assimilation into the French community. - French-language requirement: B2 oral and written , unless exempt. - Civic exam: 40 questions in French, with 32 correct answers required. - An assimilation interview with the prefecture is also part of the process. What families should remember France does not sell residence as a reward for paying tuition. It offers structured legal pathways for graduates who become employable, find qualifying work, meet salary and residence criteria, and integrate seriously into French professional life. Job first France offers a clear long-term logic: study seriously, gain professional exposure through the final internship, then convert that experience into employment. Eligible graduates may benefit from a one-year post-study job-search or business-creation residence status, but the real objective is employment. From there, France offers structured routes such as employee status, Talent – Qualified Employee, Talent – EU Blue Card and, after several years, possible long-term residence or naturalisation. The system is demanding, but it is not a lottery: it rewards credible qualifications, real jobs, salary levels, professional integration and serious preparation. Sources and reference points: [Service-Public: Recherche d'emploi / création d'entreprise](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F17319); [Service-Public: carte de séjour talent, salarié qualifié and carte bleue européenne](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F16922); [Service-Public: salarié / travailleur temporaire residence cards](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F15898); [Service-Public: carte de séjour pluriannuelle](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F35799); [Service-Public: naturalisation by decree](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F34708/1_0_0_1_1_1_0?idFicheParent=N111); [Service-Public: French-language level for nationality](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F11926); [Service-Public: civic exam for naturalisation](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F39426). Requirements and thresholds can change and must be checked on official pages before advising an individual applicant. 12A — Fees ## Fees at a glance. Use this section to give families a clear first view of DSTI tuition fees by study mode. Amounts shown are base tuition fees before any applicable scholarship. ### On campus Paris or French Riviera / Sophia-Antipolis Programme | Fee BSc Computer Science & Engineering 3 years | €14,000 per annum All MSc Data programmes 2 years | €14,000 per annum MSc Cyber Security 2 years | €18,000 per annum Executive MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Digital Transformation full programme | €15,500 ENSAM x DSTI Joint PG Programme full programme | €12,500 ### Live Streamed Same academic rhythm, followed remotely Programme | Fee BSc Computer Science & Engineering 3 years | €5,000 per annum All MSc Data programmes 2 years | €5,000 per annum MSc Cyber Security 2 years | €6,500 per annum Executive MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Digital Transformation full programme | €7,200 ENSAM x DSTI Joint PG Programme full programme | €12,500 ### Online Asynchronous study mode Programme | Fee All eligible programmes asynchronous | €7,200 total Simple message Online is priced as a full flexible access route to DSTI's academic ecosystem, not as a separate lower-standard programme. Application fee The application fee is credited towards tuition if the applicant is admitted. It is waived when applying through recognised partner study-abroad education advisors. [Find a DSTI partner counsellor](https://dsti.school/find-study-abroad-counsellors) €100 12B — Scholarships ## Academic merit scholarships. DSTI scholarships are academic merit-based and reserved for international students . There is no separate scholarship application: eligible scholarships are assessed as part of the admission process. 50% A+ applicants Exceptional academic profile 30% A applicants Excellent academic profile 20% B+ applicants Very strong academic profile 10% B applicants Strong academic profile No separate application ### Assessed with admission When a scholarship is granted, it is awarded together with programme admission. Applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship form. Whole programme ### Stable scholarship award When granted, the scholarship applies to the whole programme, not only to the first year. On-campus only ### Eligibility scope Scholarships apply only to on-campus studies and are reserved for international students . Important exclusions Executive MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Digital Transformation and the ENSAM x DSTI Joint Postgraduate Programme in Digital Industry & AI are not scholarship eligible. Live Streamed and Online asynchronous study modes are not scholarship eligible. 12C — Payment terms ## Term-based payment structure. DSTI uses a term-based payment structure. Where a scholarship applies, payment percentages are calculated on the net tuition fee after scholarship. 25% ### Upon admission Paid as the admission deposit on the net tuition fee after scholarship. For South Asian countries, this is 50% due to visa requirements. 25% ### Before classes start Paid before the start of classes to complete the first-term fee requirements. N/A for South Asian countries. 50% ### Before the second term Paid before the start of the second term, completing the annual or programme payment schedule as applicable. Visa refusal protection ### Refund rule If a visa is rejected, the admission deposit is refunded minus a €250 administrative fee. [DSTI has a transparent and public fees refund policy](https://dsti.school/tuition-fees-refund-policy/). How to explain it ### Clear, staged commitment The model gives families a clear staged payment structure while allowing DSTI to confirm enrolment, issue documents and support the visa process responsibly. 13 — Reassurance ## Settle in France with DSTI. Accommodation and arrival questions are often decisive for families. Use this section to explain the support available and to encourage early preparation. Accommodation ### Studéa Nexity DSTI admitted applicants & students [have access to a dedicated contact](https://dsti.school/accommodation-daily-life) for student residences in Nice, Sophia-Antipolis and Paris. - Furnished studios. - Kitchenette and private bathroom. - Internet and shared facilities. - Current highlighted residence options range from about €600 in Sophia-Antipolis to about €1,000 in Paris. Housing platform ### Studapart [An online platform](https://datasciencetech.studapart.com/en/) to for DSTI applicants & students search, book and secure housing, including guarantor support when needed. - Housing listings. - Studapart Guarantee (guarantor). - Integrated rental insurance proposal. - Certificate of Accommodation for visa files. Relocation ### Feel Français Our partner [concierge service & support](https://www.feelfrancais.com/) helps with practical arrival steps before and after reaching France. Included in the admission package. - Visa support. - Bank account and insurance. - CVEC, transport and health insurance. - Everyday administrative procedures. ### Important expectation-setting French higher education institutions typically do not guarantee owned campus accommodation. The correct message is: DSTI provides partner tools, contacts and guidance to help students secure suitable housing; students must still act early and responsibly. 14 — Sales playbook ## How to pitch DSTI. Use these ready-to-say messages in calls, fairs, webinars and counselling sessions. DSTI is a specialist School of Engineering in France for serious students who want to build careers in AI, Data, Computing and Cybersecurity. Programmes are taught in English and delivered through a flexible academic model: on campus in Paris or Sophia-Antipolis, Live Streamed, or Online, with the same standards and Direction of Studies support. For STEM-oriented students looking for a selective, career-focused European pathway, DSTI combines technical depth, international flexibility and strong employability preparation. 30-second pitch France is not only a beautiful study destination; it is a global business platform. It combines high-quality education, strong social protections, a major export-driven economy, and many world-leading multinational companies with operations across Europe, Africa, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. For international students, studying in France can open opportunities not only in France, but through French companies and networks worldwide. France pitch The French Riviera is one of the most appealing first arrival points for international students in France: sunny, international, human-sized and easier to settle into before speaking fluent French. Students experience the best of Mediterranean Europe — Nice, Monaco, Cannes and Italy nearby — while studying within DSTI's academic framework in the heart of Sophia-Antipolis, Europe's largest science and technology park. French Riviera pitch DSTI's flexibility is built into the school, not added as an afterthought. Students can study on campus, Live Streamed or Online, while remaining part of one academic ecosystem with shared faculty, shared standards and the same Direction of Studies framework. Flexibility pitch DSTI prepares students for employability from day one: technical projects, professional certification preparation, internship preparation, CV and public profile support, job-board guidance, alumni network access and active follow-up from academic and corporate relations teams. Employability pitch At DSTI, professional certifications are not optional extras. Certification preparation is integrated into the programmes, helping students graduate with academic knowledge, practical skills and employer-recognisable proof of technical capability. Certifications pitch DSTI is best for students who are serious about technology: STEM-oriented, comfortable with logic and problem-solving, and ready for a selective academic environment. It is not a generic business school pathway; it is a specialist route into computing, AI, data and cybersecurity careers. Student-fit pitch AI is not just a trend at DSTI. Students learn the engineering behind modern digital systems: mathematics, data, software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, deployment and responsible use. The goal is not only to understand technology, but to build, operate and improve it. AI & Cyber Security pitch DSTI is demanding, but students are not left alone. The Direction of Studies provides academic monitoring, progression follow-up, quality control and pastoral care, helping students navigate a serious technical programme with structure and support. Support pitch ### Common objections Is France only for French speakers? No. DSTI programmes are taught in English, and France has a growing ecosystem of English-taught higher education. French remains useful for daily life and employability, but it is not the teaching language at DSTI. France sounds attractive, but isn't it harder than English-speaking destinations? France may feel less familiar than the UK, US, Canada or Australia, but that is also its advantage: strong education, high quality of life, social protections, European mobility and increasingly international English-taught pathways. Will studying in English in France limit the student's future? No. English allows students to access the programme immediately, while living in France gives them the chance to learn French gradually. That combination can become a strong long-term advantage. Will employers recognise the value of DSTI? Yes, over 600 companies accross the world have . DSTI strengthens employability through technical depth, internships, projects, professional certifications and fields with strong labour-market demand. The value is not only the diploma; it is the complete technical and professional profile. Is DSTI too specialised? Yes — deliberately. For students seeking careers in AI, data, cyber and computing, specialisation is a strength because the whole school is built around these fields. Is DSTI too technical? DSTI is technical, serious and selective by design. That is exactly why it is valuable, but students must be ready for mathematics, computing, logic and sustained technical work. Are Online or Live Streamed study modes really taken seriously? At DSTI, online is not a reduced version of the programme. The school was designed with hybrid education from the start, with same academic expectations, faculty, Direction of Studies and assessment framework, live-streaming, recordings, proctored exams, quality control and follow-up. Can students find accommodation? Accommodation must be prepared early. DSTI supports students through partners such as Studéa Nexity, Studapart and Feel Français, but students remain responsible for completing the process seriously. Wouldn't Paris be the only serious choice? No. DSTI is one school with shared academic standards. The French Riviera is an excellent first arrival point, especially for international students, while giving access to Sophia-Antipolis and a strong technology environment. Is Paris too expensive? Paris can be expensive, but it offers a dense academic and professional ecosystem. Students should also consider the French Riviera campus, especially for a stronger balance between lifestyle, safety perception and technology environment. Do you guarantee internships? No — and no serious institution should make that promise. An internship depends on the student's profile, effort, timing, interview performance and employer decisions. What DSTI does provide is intensive preparation from the beginning of studies: technical skills, projects, CV and cover-letter support, public profile guidance, job-board strategy, alumni network access, and close coordination between the Direction of Studies and Corporate Relations teams. DSTI's typical employment rate is consistently above 95% , but students remain active participants in their own success. Why doesn't DSTI offer a pathway programme before the Bachelor? Because the Bachelor itself is the pathway. In the French higher education tradition, students enter after high school with general scientific and humanistic foundations, then specialise progressively. DSTI's BSc CSE is designed exactly for that: building computing, mathematics, systems and engineering foundations from the ground up. Students with prior coding or technical experience are welcome — they will simply have a stronger start, not a wasted year. Is AI overhyped? Some AI marketing is overhyped, but DSTI does not teach AI as a buzzword. The programmes cover the engineering behind AI: mathematics, data, software, infrastructure, cybersecurity and deployment. Won't AI replace humans anyway? AI will transform work, but major technological revolutions have always created new high-value roles for those able to understand and master them. The real risk is not AI itself; it is being unable to work with it, challenge it, deploy it or control it. DSTI prepares students to be on the side of those who design, operate, secure and improve AI — not simply those affected by it. ### Do - Present DSTI as selective and specialist. - Check academic fit early. - Explain all three study modes accurately. - Use France + AI/Cyber + DSTI as the narrative sequence. - Encourage early accommodation preparation. ### Don't - Do not call DSTI a business school. - Do not promise scholarships, admission or visas. - Do not present online as easier or lower value. - Do not push weak maths/IT profiles into technical MScs. - Do not ignore family concerns about housing and arrival. 15A — Documentation ## Useful links and resources. Use this section as the partner quick-access hub: official pages, brochures, student-facing leaflets and a live sample of DSTI's learning environment. ### Everything partners need in one place. From programme information and campus details to application links, brochures, accommodation guidance and a real LMS sample, these resources help in guiding students with confidence. Official website DSTI ### Our website The main public website for DSTI School of Engineering: institutional information, programmes, campuses, admissions and resources, including the [DSTI TechBlog](https://dsti.school/techblog) for technical articles and project stories. [https://dsti.school](https://dsti.school) [Open website](https://dsti.school) Programmes P ### Programmes Direct access to DSTI's programme portfolio, including Bachelor, MSc, Executive MSc and postgraduate options. [https://dsti.school/programmes](https://dsti.school/programmes) [Open page](https://dsti.school/programmes) Study modes C ### Campuses & study modes Information on DSTI's campuses, Live Streamed model and Online asynchronous study mode within one globally connected school. [https://dsti.school/study-modes](https://dsti.school/study-modes) [Open page](https://dsti.school/study-modes) Application A ### Application The application starting point for prospective students ready to begin their DSTI admission process. [https://dsti.school/apply](https://dsti.school/apply) [Apply](https://dsti.school/apply) Brochure B ### Our brochure The main DSTI brochure for presenting the school, programmes, positioning and student value proposition in a polished format. [https://brochure.dsti.school](https://brochure.dsti.school) [Open brochure](https://brochure.dsti.school) Destination France FR ### Choose France page A student- and family-facing leaflet explaining why France is an attractive, credible and high-value study destination. [https://dsti.school/choose-france](https://dsti.school/choose-france) [Open page](https://dsti.school/choose-france) Accommodation 🏠 ### Accommodation & daily life page Accommodation and settling-in guidance, including student housing solutions and practical reassurance for international families. [https://dsti.school/accommodation-daily-life](https://dsti.school/accommodation-daily-life) [Open page](https://dsti.school/accommodation-daily-life) Learning sample LMS ### DSTI Open Access A sample of DSTI on DSTI Learn, the school's LMS. Partners and applicants can choose “Access as guest” to see the learning environment and sample material. [https://open.dsti.school](https://open.dsti.school) [Open sample](https://open.dsti.school) How to use this with applicants Start with the brochure for the big picture, use the programme and campus pages for fit, then share the accommodation and France leaflets to reassure families. [Partner counsellors page](https://dsti.school/find-study-abroad-counsellors) 15B — Contact ## Talk to the right DSTI team. These are the main teams partners and applicants may need when working with DSTI. The people below are especially used to international contexts, partner relations and student support. ### Real people, clear routes, fast orientation. Whether the question is about partnerships, applications, academic progression or professional integration, DSTI gives partners and applicants direct access to the right team. B2B / partner relations ### International Relations Team For partners, international partnerships and market coordination. ![Sébastien Corniglion](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/25131106/Sebastien-Corniglion-DSTI-School-of-Engineering.avif) Sébastien Corniglion CEO · French ![Leonardo Hernandez](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/08165307/Leonardo-Hernandez-Linkedin-DSTI.avif) Leonardo Hernandez International Relations Officer · Mexican ![Marguerite Eyei](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/08165301/Marguerite-EYEI-Linedin-DSTI.avif) Marguerite Eyei Admissions Officer · Cameroonian [WhatsApp +33 7 68 96 18 84](https://wa.me/33768961884) [international@dsti.institute](mailto:international@dsti.institute) Applications ### Admissions Team For applications, applicant follow-up, admissions documents and enrolment guidance. ![Vincent Pressicaud](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135452/DSTI-Admissions-Vincent-1024x1024.avif) Vincent Pressicaud Director of Admissions & External Relations · French ![Nans Long](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135317/DSTI-Sales-Nans-1024x1024.avif) Nans Long Corporate Relations & Admissions Officer · French [WhatsApp +33 7 45 12 23 49](https://wa.me/33745122349) [contact@dsti.institute](mailto:contact@dsti.institute) Academic support ### Academics Team For academic matters, programme follow-up, study progression and Direction of Studies coordination. ![Hanna Abi Akl](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/11160155/DSTI-Hanna-Chief-Academic-Officer-1024x1024.avif) Hanna Abi Akl Academic Director · Lebanese ![Jennifer Hyslop](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135010/DSTI-DoS-Jennifer-1024x1024.avif) Jennifer Hyslop Director of Studies · British ![Kelly Borst](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135106/DSTI-DoS-Kelly-1024x1024.avif) Kelly Borst Deputy Director of Studies · New-Zealander [academics@dsti.institute](mailto:academics@dsti.institute) Employability ### Corporate Relations Team For internships, employer relations, professional integration and corporate partnerships. ![Charles Cuggia](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135233/DSTI-Sales-Charles-1024x1024.avif) Charles Cuggia Senior Corporate Relations Officer · French ![Dominique Sallay](https://media.dsti.school/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/21135252/DSTI-Sales-Dominique-1024x1024.avif) Dominique Sallay Corporate Relations Officer · French [corporate@dsti.institute](mailto:corporate@dsti.institute) One international school, several expert teams DSTI's staff work closely across admissions, academics, corporate relations and international partnerships so that applicants and partners receive coherent support from first contact to enrolment and beyond. [View full staff page](https://dsti.school/staff/) 15C — Social media ## Follow DSTI online. Use this section to invite students, parents and partners to follow DSTI across platforms for school updates, events, student life, learning content and destination inspiration. ### Stay connected with DSTI. Follow our channels to see the school in motion: academic life, student stories, campus atmosphere, events, webinars, AI and data content, and the French experience behind the programmes. Professional network in ### LinkedIn The best channel for institutional news, professional updates, events, partnerships, employability content and serious academic positioning. [https://www.linkedin.com/school/data-sciencetech-institute/](https://www.linkedin.com/school/data-sciencetech-institute/) [Follow on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/school/data-sciencetech-institute/) Videos & webinars ▶ ### YouTube Useful for longer videos, webinars, school presentations, programme explainers and content students can watch before applying. [https://www.youtube.com/@DSTISchoolofEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@DSTISchoolofEngineering) [Subscribe](https://www.youtube.com/@DSTISchoolofEngineering) Community updates f ### Facebook A useful channel for broader community visibility, announcements, event sharing and family-friendly updates. [https://www.facebook.com/datasciencetech](https://www.facebook.com/datasciencetech) [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/datasciencetech) Student life ◎ ### Instagram Good for visual storytelling: campuses, student life, French Riviera and Paris atmosphere, events, visits and everyday DSTI moments. [https://www.instagram.com/datasciencetech/](https://www.instagram.com/datasciencetech/) [Follow on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/datasciencetech/) Short-form content ♪ ### TikTok Short, accessible videos for younger audiences: quick insights, destination content, student-facing messages and informal discovery. [https://www.tiktok.com/@datasciencetechinstitute](https://www.tiktok.com/@datasciencetechinstitute) [Follow on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@datasciencetechinstitute) Follow DSTI School of Engineering to discover our programmes, campuses, student life, events and updates from France. It is the easiest way to see the school beyond the brochure — and to stay connected with our AI, Data and Cyber Security community. Suggested message to share with applicants How to use this with applicants Use LinkedIn for credibility, YouTube for deeper explanations, Instagram and TikTok for student-facing discovery, and Facebook for broader community visibility. [Start with LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/school/data-sciencetech-institute/) Closing note ## Thank you for representing DSTI. Every conversation with a prospective student or family matters. By helping applicants understand France, DSTI, our programmes and our expectations, you help them make a serious, informed and life-changing decision. We are grateful for the trust, professionalism and local insight our partners bring to this work. Together, we can guide the right students towards the right pathway — and help them build their future in AI, Data, Computing and Cybersecurity. [Visit DSTI website](https://dsti.school) [Contact International Relations](mailto:international@dsti.institute) DSTI School of Engineering French Riviera · Paris · Live Streamed · Online DSTI School of Engineering — Partner Facts Sheet. This guide is designed to help position France, explain AI/Data/Cyber pathways, present DSTI accurately, and support students from enquiry to arrival. --- © DSTI School of Engineering 2026 - All Rights Reserved. Private Higher Education Institution - V345 - 25 July 2026