Program Overview
The Machine Learning and Data Mining at University Jean Monnet is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Machine Learning and Data Mining programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Saint-Ãtienne, France
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Machine Learning and Data Mining programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced algorithmics (5 ECTS)
- Calculability and Complexity Theory (4 ECTS)
- Introduction to Machine Learning (3 ECTS)
- Data Analysis (6 ECTS)
- Semantic Web (3 ECTS)
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (6 ECTS)
- Foreign Language (3 ECTS)
- Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery (4 ECTS)
- Machine Learning - Fundamentals and algorithms (4 ECTS)
- Computer Vision (4 ECTS)
- Computer Networks and Security (3 ECTS)
- Optimization & Operational Research (3 ECTS)
- End of year project (12 ECTS)
- Multi Agent Systems (4 ECTS)
- Advanced Machine Learning (4 ECTS)
- Data Mining for Big Data (6 ECTS)
- Computer Vision Project (6 ECTS)
- Machine Learning and Data Mining Project (6 ECTS)
- Research Methodology & Project Management (4 ECTS)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
1. Academic record
- Diploma prerequisite: BSc degree level (i.e. 180 ECTS) in computer science, statistics or mathematics.
- The applicant must have at least a C average on ECTS grading scale, or equivalent, during their undergraduate studies. The MLDM steering committee reserves the right to moderate this criterion according to the prestige of the diploma or the ranking of the University of Origin.
2. Language
- Teaching is in English. The requirement for competence in English is equivalent to TOEFL : at least 550 pts ITP / 82 pts IBT or IELTS: 6.5 or a CEFR: B2. A letter from your University will be accepted if the English language was the medium of teaching throughout your degree.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University Jean Monnet directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University Jean Monnet
University Jean Monnet
Saint-Étienne, France
Jean Monnet University is a public research university based in Saint-Étienne, France. It is under the Academy of Lyon and belongs to the administrative entity denominated University of Lyon,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
