École Polytechnique
Palaiseau, FranceQS #23
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About
Ecole Polytechnique is a French grande ecole located in Palaiseau, near Paris. It specialises in engineering and science education and research, and its identity centres on the historic 'X' emblem. It combines a strong scientific curriculum with a broad training in mathematics, physics and related fields. It is a member of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris grouping.
Why international students choose it
- An international student may value Ecole Polytechnique for its rigorous science and engineering training and its research environment near Paris
- Teaching has traditionally been in French, though there is a growing number of English-taught programmes, particularly at Master's level, so applicants should check the language of instruction for each specific programme
- The campus setting at Palaiseau places students within a large science and technology cluster
- It may suit those seeking a demanding, quantitatively focused education