Digital Technologies Track

Why choose this program?

The Digital Technologies track is a three-year post-high school program with a strong focus on computer science skills. From the beginning of the program, students take courses in algorithms, C programming, web development and computer networks, which account for nearly half of their curriculum. Open to students from all academic backgrounds, including those with no prior experience in computer science, this program is designed for students passionate about new technologies, whether their interests lie in video games or emerging fields such as cybersecurity.

The Digital Technologies track is an integral part of the ISEN Ouest engineering program. Students follow a common core curriculum covering mathematics, physics, engineering sciences, English, and humanities and social sciences. Alongside these subjects, they benefit from advanced computer science training, with 80% of their computing courses dedicated to programming and application development, and 20% focused on systems and networks.

This strong foundation opens up a wide range of opportunities in Years 4 and 5. Students can choose to further develop their expertise in digital technologies by specializing in professional fields such as Cybersecurity or Software Development. They also have the freedom to choose from any of the other professional fields offered at ISEN Ouest.

Curriculum

First-year coursework overview:
Subject	Hours
Mathematics	180h
Physics	150h
Engineering Sciences	60h
Humanities and Social Sciences	60h
English	60h
Algorithms – Python	60h
Digital Culture	15h
IT Project	30h
Algorithms – C (Advanced)	90h
Web Frontend	60h
Linux	15h
Cisco Networking	15h

A 3+2 pathway

After completing the Digital Technologies track, you can specialize in one of ISEN Ouest’s professional fields aligned with your interests, such as:

Cybersecurity
Software Development
Artificial Intelligence
Internet of Things

However, all 15 fields remain accessible regardless of your initial track.

At ISEN Ouest, your engineering journey spans 5 years. The Digital Technologies track covers the first 3 years. Afterwards, you move on to the final two years—without any internal ranking requirements—to specialize in the area of your choice.

Why choose ISEN to become an engineer?

*Survey by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE)
Summary of the ISEN Ouest Class of 2024 – 5 months after graduation

Fast employment 95% of graduates hired within 2 months after completing their studies*

Work location 86% of graduates work in the region (outside the Paris area)*

Annual gross salary €40,000 one year after graduation

Satisfaction 9/10 graduates would recommend ISEN to a recruiter or a friend*

A multi-disciplinary engineering school

The ISEN Ouest Engineering Program meets the needs of companies across all business sectors.

Armed with a solid foundation in science and technology, our students can envision careers in diverse fields such as healthcare technologies, environmental solutions, sustainable mobility, energy, connected robotics, or smart agriculture — or specialize in digital technologies such as Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.

3 campuses Brest Caen Nantes 2 foundation programs: Paris and Rennes

100 permanent teaching and research staff members

1450 students

13,000 ISEN engineers worldwide

Work-Study program

At ISEN Ouest, you may choose to complete your entire engineering program through an apprenticeship. You will sign an employment contract with a host company, receive a salary, and have your tuition fees covered.

Apprenticeship training

International

Considering a global career? Want to experience diverse cultures and enhance your studies with an international dimension? ISEN’s international program is tailored to offer you that unique and enriching experience.

International Track