Master's

Master in Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate Science

Ecole Centrale de Lyon
Ecully, France English (Check official programme page) Taught
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Tuition
€1,885/semester
Duration
24 Months
Intake
Autumn Semester
Deadline
30 Apr 2027

About the Program

To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the fields of Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate Science based on a general understanding of the interactions between these disciplines. The three pillars of the Masters programme, for all these subject areas, are physics, observation and modelling. Graduates are thus well equipped to work in fundamental research, applied research or industrial applications. This masters programme is the fruit of almost 30 years of collaborative research by the three participating laboratories, in the fields of atmospheric physics, chemistry and environmental fluid mechanics, and is based on their combined experience in measurement and modelling.

Eligibility & Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • English (Check official programme page)
  • Competitive academic record (GPA)

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Application Pipeline

1

Confirm Eligibility

Before application

Review the official Ecole Centrale de Lyon page and confirm entry requirements for Master in Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate Science.

2

Prepare Core Documents

Before application

Gather transcripts, degree certificates, passport, CV, motivation letter, and language documents required by the university.

3

Submit Application

2027-04-30

Complete the official application (Mon Master / Parcoursup / direct portal / Études en France for non-EU) and upload all supporting documents before the stated deadline.

📅 Deadline: 2027-04-30

4

Track Admission Updates

After submission

Watch for interview invitations, additional document requests, or admission offers from the institution.

5

Prepare Funding and Visa

After admission

After admission, finalize tuition planning, French long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) documentation, accommodation, and CVEC payment.

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Work & Stay

What you can earn and how long you can stay after graduation.

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Work & Stay in France

What happens after you graduate

Official info

Work while studying

20 hrs/week

Up to 964 hours per year (roughly 20 hours/week). Work permit included in student visa.

Student pay rate

€11.88/hour

SMIC (minimum wage) applies. Student jobs in hospitality and retail typically pay minimum wage.

Stay after graduation

12 months

APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) — One-year temporary stay permit after graduation to find work. Renewable once. Must have Master's or higher.

Path to residency

5 years

Permanent residency after 5 years of legal residence. Talent Passport holders may qualify faster.

Average graduate salary

€35,000/year

Average starting salary. Paris-based roles typically 20–30% higher. Tech sector averages €42,000+.

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Estimated Semester Cost

Tuition €1,885/semester
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