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Study in Top Ranked University: IMT Atlantique Master’s Degree Nomination France, Fall 2027
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November 12, 2026
Deadline: November 17, 2026
Exceptional Opportunity for FAST-NUCES Students & Graduates: IMT Atlantique Master’s Degree Nomination France, Fall 2027
FAST-NUCES graduates a unique opportunity to pursue a Master's degree at IMT Atlantique (https://www.imt-atlantique.fr/en) in France for the September 2027 intake. IMT Atlantique is highly ranked in Computer Science, AI , Data Science, Engineering by both QS and THE Rankings (https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/imt-atlantique).
This university stands out as it is uniquely mandated to drive innovation in France, operating under the Ministry of Industry rather than Higher Education—a prestigious distinction that reflects its significant role in advancing industry-focused innovation. Special offer for FAST students that they will get reduced tuition fee due to partner university and other benefits in living.
FAST students’ experience at IMT Atlantique
12 FAST alumni joined IMT Atlantique for Master’s studies across the 2025 and 2026 cohorts.
Through their academic progression at IMT Atlantique, FAST graduates are gaining professional experience in AI Automation Engineering at Strapp Mobile, public service at the Pakistan Consulate in Barcelona, and internships with Mars Incorporated, Syensqo, Montimage, Laboratoire Informatique d’Avignon, and Curious Black Sheep Marketplace — across fields including Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Automation and Data Science.
This is what meaningful international engagement looks like: global education, professional exposure, and new horizons for FAST graduates.
From FAST-NUCES to France — our students are taking their expertise to the international stage.
Application Process:
Application Timeline – IMT Atlantique (September 2027 Intake)
16 November 2026 (Monday) – FAST-NUCES application deadline
Last date to submit the initial application to the FAST-NUCES International Education Office.
Last date to submit the initial application to the FAST-NUCES International Education Office.
17 November 2026 (Tuesday) – FAST-NUCES interviews
Shortlisted candidates will take part in the university’s internal selection interview.
Shortlisted candidates will take part in the university’s internal selection interview.
19 November 2026 (Thursday) – Nominations to IMT Atlantique
FAST-NUCES will send its selected candidates to IMT Atlantique.
FAST-NUCES will send its selected candidates to IMT Atlantique.
19–21 November 2026 – IMT application completion
Nominated students complete and submit their formal applications through the IMT Atlantique application portal.
Nominated students complete and submit their formal applications through the IMT Atlantique application portal.
18 December 2026 – Expected admission results
IMT Atlantique’s published schedule gives this as the expected first-round result date.
IMT Atlantique’s published schedule gives this as the expected first-round result date.
15 March 2027 – First-year tuition payment deadline
Published payment deadline for candidates admitted in the first recruitment round.
Published payment deadline for candidates admitted in the first recruitment round.
Available Master's Programs
Available 03 Master’s Programs at IMT Atlantique (September 2027 intake)
All programs are two years, fully taught in English, and include a six-month funded internship.
MSc in Information Technology (IT)
- Tuition: €6,500 per year, but for FAST NUCES it is with a reduced rate €5,000 per year. SO total will be €10,000 for two years.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 or equivalent required
- English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.0, TOEIC 750 or Duolingo 120 or English Proficiency letter from FAST NUCES
Tracks in MSc in IT:
1. Next-generation Networks for Agentic systems and IoT (NETAI, formerly AEIOT) (Rennes campus)
- Rennes campus
- Preferred background: Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Networks, Security, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security
- Strong programming skills (C++, Python, JavaScript) are required.
- Rennes campus
- Preferred background: Computer Engineering, Networks, Security, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security
3. Data Science
- Brest campus
- Preferred background: Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Networks, Security, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security
4. Embedded AI
- Brest campus
- Preferred background: Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Networks, Security, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security
MSc in Process and Bioprocess Engineering (PBPE)
- Tuition: €9,000 per year, but for FAST NUCES students it is €6,500 per year and total €13,000 for two years
- Track: Project Management for Environmental and Energy Engineering (PM3E)
- Nantes campus
- Minimum academic level: at least second-class honours or equivalent
- Preferred background: Energy Engineering, Civil and Electrical Engineering are accepted with a documented background in maths, chemistry, physics, thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 750 or Duolingo 120 or English Proficiency Letter from FAST NUCES
- Available for M1 and M2
MSc in Management of Production, Logistics and Procurement (MPLP)
- Tuition: €9,000 per year, but for FAST NUCES students it is €6,500 per year and total €13,000 for two years
- Track: Management and Optimization of Supply Chains and Transport (MOST)
- Nantes campus
- Preferred background: Industrial, Automotive, Automobile or Mechanical Engineering, or Logistics & Operations Management
- English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 750 or Duolingo 120 or English Proficiency Letter from FAST NUCES
- Available for M1 and M2
Program Duration:
- Bachelor’s Degree Holders of FAST NUCES are Eligible for a 2-year Master’s program M1 (Available for MSc IT and MSc in Process and Bioprocess Engineering (PBPE) & Management of Production, Logistics (MPLP) programs)
- Master’s Degree Holders of FAST NUCES: Eligible for a 1-year Master’s program M2(Available Only for MSc in Process and Bioprocess Engineering (PBPE) & Management of Production, Logistics (MPLP) programs). Eligibility: Previous Masters well-aligned with IMTA Master's, and meet all other scientific pre-requisites.
Benefits of the IMT Atlantique due to the nominations by FAST International Office for being partner university:
- Reduced Tuition Fees: For MSc IT (04 Tracks) is €5000 per year, totaling €10,000 for the 2-year program.
For MSc in Process and Bioprocess Engineering (PBPE) & Management of Production, Logistics (MPLP) programs, 6500 Euros per year, 13,000 Euros for two years in total, and for one-year Masters, 6500 Euros. - Funding for Master’s Thesis: In final semester of two years program (4th Semester) or one year program (Last, 2nd semester), your thesis will be funded like 800- 1200 Euros per month. This means you will need to cover living expenses for the first three semesters in the two-year program and for the first semester in the one-year program. (There is a chance that you may not get funded thesis in case of your poor performance in semesters or may be not fitting into to the selection pool by the company/industry, who is funding the thesis)
- Post-Study Work Visa: Upon graduation, students may qualify for a post-study work visa in France according to French govt. regulations.
- Chances of Good Jobs or Funded PhD: Due to IMT Atlantique rankings and programs quality, you will have better opportunity to get a job in Europe or Funded PhD position in Europe.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Minimum CGPA: 3.0 or above for all programs except for Cyber Security track which has requirement of 3.5 or above
- Proof of Funds: A bank statement covering one year’s tuition plus €750 per month approximately= €14,000 or €15,500 (€5000 or €6500 tuition fee + €9000 one-year expenses).
Also, you may have to submit €500 to €1000 euros to secure the seat after you get the admission. Which will be refunded in case your visa is rejected.
APPLICATION FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/gRfVrg6u6T3Sv7XF9
APPLICATION FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/gRfVrg6u6T3Sv7XF9
FAST International Office or IMTA is not responsible for any visa rejections or issues at the embassy. As embassies are fully independent for their decisions.
FAST International Office or IMTA reserves the right to reject any application or candidate at any stage without any explanation or reasons whatsoever. Please apply only if you agree.
FAST International Office or IMTA reserves the right to reject any application or candidate at any stage without any explanation or reasons whatsoever. Please apply only if you agree.
Visa is your Responsibility, not
Ours!
- The French Embassy decides visa approval independently, under its own rules.
- The FAST International Education Office will support your application by sharing the nomination list with the embassy.
- Securing the visa is solely your responsibility. Neither the FAST International Education Office nor Polytech Nantes has any responsibility or influence over the visa decision.
We encourage you to proceed with the admission application, knowing that this program offers excellent career opportunities.
APPLICATION FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/gRfVrg6u6T3Sv7XF9
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APPLICATION FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/gRfVrg6u6T3Sv7XF9
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For additional guidance or questions, stay connected with the International Education Office at FAST-NUCES.
International Education Office.
FAST-NUCES (Lahore, Islamabad, Chiniot-Faisalabad, Karachi, Peshawar).
Tel: 042 111 128 128 (EXT:636).
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