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Institut Universitaire du Nil

Institut des Technologies Appliquées du Cameroun

Build the Africa of tomorrow.

ITAC trains the high-level engineers and technicians Africa needs. A modern, practical programme, from civil engineering to computer engineering, and from networks to telecommunications.

Why ITAC?

Theory put to work on real projects.

Well-equipped laboratories.

Preparation for the continent's technology and digital challenges.

2 years in Cameroon, then opportunities for international mobility.

Our programmes

Engineering & technology. All our programmes are bilingual and run from Year 1 to Year 5, up to a Master's degree (Bac+5).

Click on a programme to discover what you will study, the career opportunities and its strengths.

This programme trains specialists who can collect, process, analyse and make use of large volumes of data, and design artificial intelligence solutions.

What you will study

The programme covers the fundamentals of data science, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, data visualisation, Big Data architectures (Hadoop, Spark, etc.), and the ethical and governance issues of data.

Career opportunities

  • Data scientist
  • Data analyst
  • AI engineer
  • Big Data consultant

Strengths

Well-equipped laboratories, real projects and the possibility of international mobility.

The Cybersecurity programme prepares experts who can protect information systems against cyber threats.

What you will study

The programme covers network security, cryptography, identity and access management, incident detection and response, security auditing, penetration testing, application security and regulatory compliance.

Career opportunities

  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Systems security expert
  • Cybersecurity consultant
  • Chief information security officer (CISO)

Strengths

A practical approach and preparation for the continent's digital challenges.

This programme trains versatile engineers who can work in a range of technical fields and lead complex projects.

What you will study

The programme combines teaching in mathematics, physics, engineering sciences, electronics, mechanics, computing and project management.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Technical manager
  • Industrial project manager

Strengths

Teaching that combines theory and real projects, plus possible international mobility.

The ITAC Digital Engineering programme trains digital transformation specialists who can design, deploy and develop an organisation's digital systems.

What you will study

The programme covers application development, information systems architecture, cloud computing, embedded systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), basic cybersecurity and digital project management.

Career opportunities

  • Digital engineer
  • Digital solutions architect
  • Digital project manager
  • Digital transformation consultant

Strengths

Well-equipped laboratories and a focus on the needs of the African market.

The Civil Engineering programme trains engineers who can design, build and manage infrastructure (buildings, roads, bridges and other structures, utility networks), taking into account the technical, economic, environmental and social constraints of the African context.

What you will study

The programme covers strength of materials, reinforced concrete, soil mechanics, surveying, structural design, site management, construction materials and sustainable development in construction and public works.

Career opportunities

  • Works engineer
  • Structural engineer
  • Works supervisor
  • Site manager

Strengths

Real projects and preparation for the continent's infrastructure challenges.

The Software Engineering programme trains developers and engineers who can design, develop, test and maintain high-quality software.

What you will study

The programme covers programming languages, algorithms and data structures, software architecture, databases, agile methods (Scrum, etc.), software testing, DevOps and IT project management.

Career opportunities

  • Full-stack developer
  • Software engineer
  • IT project manager
  • Software architect

Strengths

A practical approach and well-equipped laboratories.

This programme trains professionals who can identify, assess, prevent and control the technical, industrial, environmental, organisational and digital risks that businesses and infrastructure face.

What you will study

The programme covers risk analysis (qualitative and quantitative methods), industrial risk management, systems safety, environmental risks, business continuity, crisis management and international standards.

Career opportunities

  • Risk manager
  • Risk engineer
  • Risk management consultant
  • QHSE manager

Strengths

Training focused on the real needs of African businesses.

The Energy Engineering programme trains engineers who can design, optimise and manage energy systems (production, distribution, energy efficiency, renewable energy) in an African context shaped by the challenges of energy access and transition.

What you will study

The programme covers thermodynamics, heat engines, electrical grids, energy efficiency in buildings and industry, solar, wind and biomass energy, energy storage and energy management.

Career opportunities

  • Energy engineer
  • Energy efficiency manager
  • Renewable energy consultant

Strengths

A focus on the continent's energy challenges and the possibility of international mobility.

Step 1

Yaoundé, 2 years

You start in a preparatory class, close to your family, with reduced fees and personal support.

Step 2

France, 3 years

You continue your studies abroad, ready to join leading European higher-education institutions.

Step 3

Graduate

Bachelor (Bac+3) or Master (Bac+5), with the option of a double degree.

Join ITAC

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Entrance exams in March, June and August

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