National School of Chemistry Montpellier

Montpellier, France

The École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier (ENSCM) is a prestigious Grande École and part of the University of Montpellier, specializing in cutting-edge chemical sciences and engineering.
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ENSCM is part of the prestigious Fédération Gay-Lussac and the University of Montpellier, offering unparalleled access to CNRS labs and industry partnerships. It specializes in sustainable chemistry, biomedicine, and materials science, with 100% of students completing corporate internships. Its Mediterranean location provides a dynamic research ecosystem.
While the core engineering program is primarily in French, 30% of Master’s courses (e.g., Sustainable Chemistry, AI in Chemistry) are English-taught. PhD programs are fully English-accessible. All students receive free French language support.
ENSCM consistently ranks among France’s top 3 chemistry schools (Top 150 globally, QS 2024). It holds the "Excellent Science" label from the French Ministry and leads EU Horizon projects in green chemistry.
Entry is highly selective: 85% of admitted students come from classes préparatoires via the Concours FESIC exam (acceptance rate: 18%). International applicants require a Bachelor’s in Chemistry with distinction (top 15% of cohort) and B2 French proficiency.
Yes, shortlisted candidates undergo a 30-minute interview assessing research alignment, technical knowledge, and motivation. Applicants must submit a research proposal co-signed by an ENSCM professor.
Engineering program deadlines: Concours FESIC in April–May. Master’s programs: 31 January (EU) / 15 December (non-EU). PhD applications are rolling but require faculty sponsorship.
24/7 biometric access control, AI surveillance, and nightly security patrols. Chemical labs enforce ISO 45001 safety protocols with mandatory PPE and emergency drills. Incident response time: <3 minutes.
Montpellier has France’s 2nd-lowest crime rate for students. ENSCM provides free night shuttles (18:00–02:00) and partners with city police for neighborhood patrols.
Dedicated hotline (+33 4 67 14 70 00) connects to on-site medics and security. All students receive safety training, including chemical spill management and cybersecurity.
Yes. The "Green Chemistry & Circular Economy" Master’s includes courses in bio-sourcing, CO2 valorization, and life-cycle analysis. Students access pilot plants for hands-on projects with partners like Solvay.
Absolutely. The engineering program requires 10 months of internships (minimum 6 months in industry). ENSCM’s corporate network guarantees placements at 150+ companies (e.g., L'Oréal, TotalEnergies)
Access to €20M+ infrastructure: NMR spectrometers, high-throughput screening robots, and the Charles Gerhardt Institute’s cleanrooms. Undergraduates can join CNRS-led projects.
Eiffel Excellence Scholarships (€1,181/month) and ENSCM Merit Awards (50% fee waiver). Need-based grants cover housing/meals via CROUS. 30% of international students receive aid.
Yes. Partners like Sanofi and Arkema fund 20+ scholarships annually (€8,000–12,000) for Master’s students pursuing R&D in health/materials science, often leading to employment.
EU students pay €601/year; non-EU fees are reduced to €3,770. Full waivers are available for refugees and students from low-income countries via the Welcome Grant.
In Montpellier’s scientific district, Ecusson. Campus is a 15-minute tram ride from the Mediterranean Sea and 10 minutes from the historic city center (UNESCO sites).
Yes, all first-year students get CROUS residences (€250–400/month). Options include studios with mini-labs. Private partnered residences (e.g., Studapart) offer eco-apartments (€450–600).
Approximately €800–1,000/month including housing. Montpellier offers student discounts: 50% off public transport, €3 museum tickets, and subsidized meals (€3.30 at CROUS cafeterias).
Yes. The Talent Passport visa (4-year residency) is available for Master’s/PhD graduates securing a job with €38,472+ salary. ENSCM’s career center assists with applications.
Graduates receive a 12-month APS visa for job hunting. 94% of international alumni secure EU roles within 6 months (2023 data), primarily in R&D and process engineering
The International Office provides free legal workshops, employer networking for visa sponsorships, and expedited appointments at the Montpellier Prefecture. Alumni also offer mentorship.

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University Of National School of Chemistry Montpellier Application Statistics

550
138
330
220
70
28
8:1
18 %
€ 1200
€ 8000
3
33
75 %

Learn About -

* All cost are in EUR

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