Detailed programme by subject

Open to students in mechanical and electromechanical engineering, this option includes courses on the application of aeronautics: aeronautic structures, vibrations, aerodynamics, dynamics of flight, etc. The learning process consists of advanced classes in the mechanics of fluids and solids, with particular attention paid to numerical methods. This option is naturally complemented by the options in Energy, Dynamics, Robotics and Biomechanics, as well as the option in Design, Manufacturing and Materials Mechanics, addressing issues related to energy in aeronautics, engine technology, dynamic aspects, and the importance of materials in the design and maintenance of aircraft.

Open to students in mechanical and electromechanical engineering, this option includes courses on dynamics, robotics, and biomechanics. Whether it be an analysis of vibrations, adjustment of a robot or the design and production of components or micro-components in bioengineering (for example, artificial implants, valves and prosthetics), this major allows students to address one or more applications from a mechanics perspective. This option is complemented by the Aeronautics option, the Energy option, as well as the Design, Manufacturing and Materials Mechanics option for students interested in the dynamics and robotics challenges in aeronautics and energy. The design and the selection of materials are, of course, crucial whether for developing a robot or choosing biomaterials in rehabilitation issues.

This discipline is approached comprehensively beginning with the study of energy production and conversion techniques (such as thermal machines, nuclear energy, and renewable energy). It then moves on to the analysis of the risks associated with energy production and ways to mitigate them (major risks, pollution). Finally, it explores the challenges and consequences of energy consumption.

This option is complemented by Aeronautics major for those students interested in energy issues and propulsion in aeronautics. It is also relevant to the Dynamics, Robotics, and Biomechanics option, as well as the Design, Manufacturing and Materials Mechanics option for students interested in dynamics, automation, and the importance of materials in the design and maintenance of energy production and conversion system.

This option, common to the Master's programmes in Electromechanical Engineering with specialisation in Energy and Mechanical Engineering, aims to provide in-depth training in the key aspects of nuclear engineering. Admission to this programme, primarily overseen by the Mol Centre of Nuclear Energy, is conditional on an evaluation of candidates’ skills based on the rules used for ERASMUS-SOCRATES exchange students.

Further information about this major may be found on Mol’s website SCK-CEN.

Open to students in mechanical and electromechanical engineering, this option includes courses on design, manufacturing, and the significance of materials in the development of a mechanical system. It covers physical and chemical properties and the behaviour of metals, polymers and composites. It also delves into the the main techniques for shaping these materials - such as injection or compression moulding, drawing, rolling, forging, extrusion, and stamping - from a thermomechanical and technological perspective. Numerical modelling of these processes are addressed with particular focus on welding techniques. All phases of the mechanical manufacturing process are studied from the design stage to the setting up of suitable manufacturing techniques to the production schedule and organisation of working groups. This major is complemented by Aeronautics, Energy, and Dynamics, Robotics and Biomechanics options for students interested in the issues of design, manufacturing, and the importance of materials in fields such as aeronautics, energy, transportation or bioengineering. 

The aim of this option, which is common to most EPL masters' programmes, is to familiarise students with the specifics of entrepreneurship and business creation, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary for starting a business.

The interdisciplinary entrepreneurship training (INEO) is an option that spans two years and is integrated into over 30 Master's programmes across 9 faculties/schools at UCLouvain.

Choosing the INEO option requires completing an interfaculty dissertation (in teams) focused on a business creation project. Access to this option, as well as to each of its courses, is limited to students selected based on their application.

Full details are available at https://uclouvain.be/fr/etudier/ineo.

Students who choose this option must select a minimum of 20 credits and a maximum of 25 credits. This option is not available in English and cannot be taken simultaneously with the "Business Risks and Opportunity" option.