Master Year 1 Mechanics
| Year | Master Year 1 |
| Program | Mechanics |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English, French |
| Orientation | Research and Industrial R&D |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September |
| Degree awarded | Master’s degree obtained on completion of a second year of Master |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Cover a wide range of scientific areas relating to mechanics
Asset n°2
Combine learning and research in a highly stimulating environment
Asset n°3
Follow PhD tracks in Mechanics and Interactions (link) or Vibrations, Waves and Acoustics (link)
The Mechanics Master Year 1 (M1) at the Institut Polytechnique de Paris offers students a high-level research-oriented program covering a wide range of scientific domains from fundamental to applied mechanics.The research areas cover smart structures, biomechanics, environmental sciences, complex fluids, turbulence, waves and metamaterials.
The research areas cover structural mechanics, biomechanics, environmental sciences, complex fluids, waves and metamaterials.
Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics track (BME)
The M1 - BME track provides students with research-intensive training in the application of the physical and engineering sciences to the life sciences, medicine, and health. Applicants are expected to have a strong background in engineering, physical sciences, or applied mathematics and a true desire to contribute to the ongoing revolutionary changes in the life sciences and medicine.
Objectives
This program enables students to:
- Acquire general concepts in mechanics, as well as discover recent advanced research in various domains
- Master fundamental knowledge and tools, before following a set of elective classes focusing on different specialized domains
To complete the Master’s degree, first-year students can enter the following second-year programs:
On completing the second year of the Master, graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers in academic and industrial research laboratories, or directly in advanced applicative domains like aerospace, biomedical engineering, energy and the environment.
Regular track
Core courses
|
MMI101 : mathematical methods for mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MMI103: Fundamental concepts in Fluid mechanics |
36h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC552B: numerical methods in solid mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MS204: Waves and vibrations
|
30h 3 ECTS French and English |
| PHY304: Structural mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
Elective courses
|
MEC551: Mechanics of materials |
30h 3 ECTS Français |
|
MAP555: signal processing |
30h 3 ECTS English |
Core courses
|
MMI102 : experimental methods in mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC561: Fluid-structure interactions |
30h 3 ECTS Français |
|
MF206: numerical methods for fluid mechanics |
21h 3 ECTS English |
Elective courses
|
MEC562: anelastic solids |
30h 3 ECTS Français/English |
|
MEC431: continuum mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC433: dynamics of ocean and atmosphere |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MF207: acoustics |
21h 3 ECTS Français |
Bibliographical research project
- 4 ECTS
- 30h
- April
Research internship
- 18 ECTS
- 8 weeks min.
- Starting in May
Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics and Biophysics track (BME)
The M1 - BME constitutes a core training in biomechanics and biomedical engineering and requires the completion of 11 courses, two laboratory rotations, and a year-long design project.
Of the 11 courses:
- 9 are mandatory (listed below)
- 2 are free electives
|
Introduction to BME I: Biomechanics, Sensors and Devices |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Cell Biology and Physiology for engineers |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Design project (year long project) |
ECTS awarded at the end of Period 3 English |
| Structural mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
| Fundamental concepts in Fluid mechanics |
36h 3 ECTS English |
|
Introduction to BME II: Imaging and Biomaterials |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Diagnostic and Treatment |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Statistics in Action |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Mathematical Modeling of Biological Systems |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Bioethics: The law and ethics of human enhancement |
8h 1 ECTS English |
|
Design Project (year long project) |
ECTS awarded at the end of Period 3 English |
|
Laboratory rotations |
2 months full time 20 ECTS English |
|
Design Project |
9 ECTS English |
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of the first year of a Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) in physics or mathematics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad.
Language prerequisites
- English
- French
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
The Mechanics Master Year 1 (M1) at the Institut Polytechnique de Paris offers students a high-level research-oriented program covering a wide range of scientific domains from fundamental to applied mechanics.The research areas cover smart structures, biomechanics, environmental sciences, complex fluids, turbulence, waves and metamaterials.
The research areas cover structural mechanics, biomechanics, environmental sciences, complex fluids, waves and metamaterials.
Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics track (BME)
The M1 - BME track provides students with research-intensive training in the application of the physical and engineering sciences to the life sciences, medicine, and health. Applicants are expected to have a strong background in engineering, physical sciences, or applied mathematics and a true desire to contribute to the ongoing revolutionary changes in the life sciences and medicine.
Objectives
This program enables students to:
- Acquire general concepts in mechanics, as well as discover recent advanced research in various domains
- Master fundamental knowledge and tools, before following a set of elective classes focusing on different specialized domains
To complete the Master’s degree, first-year students can enter the following second-year programs:
On completing the second year of the Master, graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers in academic and industrial research laboratories, or directly in advanced applicative domains like aerospace, biomedical engineering, energy and the environment.
Regular track
Core courses
|
MMI101 : mathematical methods for mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MMI103: Fundamental concepts in Fluid mechanics |
36h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC552B: numerical methods in solid mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MS204: Waves and vibrations
|
30h 3 ECTS French and English |
| PHY304: Structural mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
Elective courses
|
MEC551: Mechanics of materials |
30h 3 ECTS Français |
|
MAP555: signal processing |
30h 3 ECTS English |
Core courses
|
MMI102 : experimental methods in mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC561: Fluid-structure interactions |
30h 3 ECTS Français |
|
MF206: numerical methods for fluid mechanics |
21h 3 ECTS English |
Elective courses
|
MEC562: anelastic solids |
30h 3 ECTS Français/English |
|
MEC431: continuum mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MEC433: dynamics of ocean and atmosphere |
30h 3 ECTS English |
|
MF207: acoustics |
21h 3 ECTS Français |
Bibliographical research project
- 4 ECTS
- 30h
- April
Research internship
- 18 ECTS
- 8 weeks min.
- Starting in May
Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics and Biophysics track (BME)
The M1 - BME constitutes a core training in biomechanics and biomedical engineering and requires the completion of 11 courses, two laboratory rotations, and a year-long design project.
Of the 11 courses:
- 9 are mandatory (listed below)
- 2 are free electives
|
Introduction to BME I: Biomechanics, Sensors and Devices |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Cell Biology and Physiology for engineers |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Design project (year long project) |
ECTS awarded at the end of Period 3 English |
| Structural mechanics |
30h 3 ECTS English |
| Fundamental concepts in Fluid mechanics |
36h 3 ECTS English |
|
Introduction to BME II: Imaging and Biomaterials |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Diagnostic and Treatment |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Statistics in Action |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Mathematical Modeling of Biological Systems |
32h 3 ECTS English |
|
Bioethics: The law and ethics of human enhancement |
8h 1 ECTS English |
|
Design Project (year long project) |
ECTS awarded at the end of Period 3 English |
|
Laboratory rotations |
2 months full time 20 ECTS English |
|
Design Project |
9 ECTS English |
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of the first year of a Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) in physics or mathematics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad.
Language prerequisites
- English
- French
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.