Télécom Paris facts for kids
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| Type | Grande école d'ingénieurs (public research university Engineering school) |
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| Established | 1878 |
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Parent institution
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Institut Mines-Télécom |
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Academic affiliations
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Conférence des Grandes écoles Polytechnic Institute of Paris |
| President | Nicolas Glady (from 2 December 2019) |
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Administrative staff
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340 |
| Students | 1400 |
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Palaiseau
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France
48°42′46″N 2°11′58″E / 48.7128°N 2.1994°E |
| Campus | Palaiseau, Sophia Antipolis |
Télécom Paris is a famous French school. It teaches students about engineering and technology. It is also a place where important research happens. The school is in Palaiseau, France. It is part of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris. It is also a member of the Institut Mines-Télécom.
Télécom Paris is known as one of the best schools in France. In 2021, it was ranked among the top universities in the world. It was also one of the best small universities globally. For engineering, it was ranked 64th worldwide by QS Ranking. In 1991, Télécom Paris helped start another school called EURECOM. This school is located in Sophia-Antipolis. Students can study at either campus.
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Discovering Télécom Paris's History
How the School Started
Télécom Paris has a long and interesting history. It began on July 12, 1878. Back then, it was called the École professionnelle supérieure des postes et télégraphes (EPSPT). This school was created to train people for telegraphy. Telegraphy was an early way to send messages over long distances.
Changes Over the Years
The school's name changed several times. In 1912, it became the École supérieure des postes et télégraphes (ESPT). Later, in 1934, the school moved to a new building in Paris. In 1938, it was renamed again to ENSPTT. The President of France even gave the school a special award, the Legion of Honor.
During Second World War, in 1942, the school split into two. One part became the École nationale supérieure des télécommunications (ENST). This is the school we know today as Télécom Paris. The original ENSPTT closed in 2002.
Growing with Technology
As telecommunications grew, so did the school. In 1971, it became directly managed by the government. This led to the creation of two more schools. These were ENST Bretagne in 1977 and INT in 1979.
In 1992, ENST helped create EURECOM in Sophia-Antipolis. This was done with another school, EPFL. In 1996, a group of telecommunications schools was formed. It was called the Groupe des Écoles des Télécommunications (GET). This group included ENST and other schools.
Modern Name Changes
On September 21, 2009, the school's name changed to Télécom ParisTech. Then, on June 1, 2019, it changed again to Télécom Paris. This happened when the Institut Polytechnique de Paris was formed.
How to Join Télécom Paris
Becoming an Undergraduate Student
There are a few ways to get into Télécom Paris. Most students come after two years of special preparation. This preparation happens in classes called Classes préparatoires aux Grandes Écoles. These classes are for students who have finished high school.
Students can also apply if they are already at a university. This is especially true for students from other countries.
- You can apply after getting a science bachelor's degree. This includes subjects like Math, Physics, or Computer Science.
- You can also apply after getting a DUT degree from a French university of technology.
Télécom Paris also works with the École Polytechnique. This means some students from École Polytechnique can finish their studies at Télécom Paris. The school also trains people for the Corps des Mines.
What Students Learn
About 250 engineers graduate from Télécom Paris each year. Many of these students, about 40%, come from other countries. The courses cover many exciting areas. These include:
- Electronics
- Signal processing
- Software engineering
- Computer networking
- Economics and finance
Research and Innovation at Télécom Paris
Key Research Areas
Télécom Paris is a hub for important research. Scientists and engineers work on many projects. Their goal is to improve technology and solve problems. Some of the main research areas include:
- Making information transfer faster and better.
- Improving how data is processed and understood.
- Developing microelectronics, like special computer chips.
- Working with images and signals, including wavelets.
- Creating artificial intelligence and data mining tools.
- Designing better ways for people to use computers.
Research Departments
The school has four main departments for research:
- The Department of Electronics and Communications: This group has many researchers. They work on new electronic and communication systems.
- The Department of Computer Science and Networking: This department focuses on computers and how they connect.
- The Department of Signal and Image Processing: Here, they study how to analyze and improve signals and images.
- The Department of Economic and Social Sciences: This group looks at how technology affects society and the economy.
The first three departments work together in a special lab. It is called LTCI. The Economic and Social Sciences department works with the CNRS. This is a big research organization in France.
Engineering Degree Programs
First Year: Building a Strong Foundation
For new students, the first year is about learning many different subjects. This is called the "common base." Students take courses in:
- Mathematics
- Economics
- Applied Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Physics
They also take important courses in humanities. These include foreign languages and social sciences.
This first year of study is the same for students at both the Paris and Sophia-Antipolis campuses. After this year, students do a mandatory summer internship. This internship usually lasts one or two months.
Second and Third Year: Choosing Your Path
Starting in their second year, students pick a specialization. This means they choose a specific area to study in depth. There are 13 different specialization tracks. Students take over 120 courses in these tracks.
These two years of specialized study lead to a six-month internship. This internship gives students their first real work experience. It helps them prepare for their future careers. Some third-year students can also study at another university. This can be in France or another country. They might earn two degrees or a Master of Science.
Master's Degree Programs
Télécom Paris also offers advanced degrees. These are called post-master's degrees (Mastères spécialisés) and master's degrees.
Post-Master's Degrees
These are usually one-year, full-time programs. They cover specific topics:
- Big Data: Learning to manage and analyze huge amounts of data.
- Network Design and Cybersecurity: How to build and protect computer networks.
- Digital Project Designer: Creating digital projects.
- Cybersecurity and Cyberdefense: Protecting against cyber threats.
- Artificial Intelligence: Studying smart computer systems.
- Mobile Radio, IoT, and 5G: Learning about wireless communication and connected devices.
- Embedded Systems: Designing computer systems built into other devices.
There are also two-year, part-time programs:
- Enterprise Digital Architect: Designing digital systems for companies.
- Network and Cybersecurity Architect: Building and securing computer networks.
- Information Systems Management: Managing computer systems in organizations.
- Smart Mobility: Studying new ways to move around, like smart transportation.
Master's Courses
Télécom Paris teaches four master's degrees. These are part of the University Paris Saclay. They are taught with other universities in Paris.
- Master Multimedia Networking (MN)
- Master Advanced Computer Networks (ACN)
- Master Data & Knowledge (D&K)
- Master Network Industries and Digital Economy (IREN)
The school also helps organize other master's courses. These are offered by its partners in and around Paris.
School Rankings
Télécom Paris is highly regarded in France. Here is how it was ranked for its Master of Sciences in Engineering:
| Name | Year | Rank |
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| DAUR Rankings | 2022 | 8 |
See also
In Spanish: Télécom ParisTech para niños
