IMAC engineering course

Image - Multimedia - Audiovisual - Communication

Degree
Engineer

Type
Full-time

Duration
3 years

Graduation level
Bac +5 master's degree

Why become an engineer combining the arts and sciences?

Engineers who take this course can combine creativity with proven scientific skills. This course trains high-level professionals in the fields of video games and special effects, the web and audio-visual media.

What will I gain from this course?

Objectives
- To combine creative spirit with scientific knowledge
- To provide a solid start in science and computing, while also developing artistic culture
- To collaborate effectively in the field of communication
- To manage technical and artistic projects
Skills
- To master programming, algorithmic thinking, and the use of artificial intelligence
- To design interactive 3D applications in VR ans AR
- To collaborate on design and digital arts projects
- To manage audiovisual projects
- To lead multidisciplinary teams

Job prospects

Examples of practical applications
- VFX software
- Virtual and augmented reality
- Video production
- Video games
- Web and mobile applications
- Digital communication
Jobs / Functions
- Web Project Manager
- Artistic director
- Web consultant
- ‘Full stack’ programmer
- UX designer
- 3D developer
- Production manager
Sectors of activity
- IT, web
- Video games
- Multimedia, animation
- Communication, marketing, advertising
- Audio-visual, digital entertainment
- Teaching and research

Companies that have employed graduates from this course:

UbisoftSmileOcto Technology INAJunoTechnicolor (MPC, Mikros Image) Playapp...

Key figures

96 %
of the young graduates found their first job within 4 month after of graduating (promo 2023)

90 %
of our students even found a contract before the end of their training

43 400 €
is the average annual gross salary (France and International)

How is the course run?

In second year, students develop their skills with more targeted courses.
Software and web programmingMathematics for computing and imaging Image synthesisNetwork administrationWeb designAudio-visual Framework web ...
Tutored projects are an important part of the year. Straddling the two semesters, they give students an initial insight into a long-term project.
Supervised by professional tutors, students respond to a customer request.
In third year, students choose the field they are most passionate about. Three main themes are offered, and courses/teaching can be combined.

At the same time, students learn a common core of teaching and are involved in discovery classes. Students can complete their training by taking a double degree in cinema or a double degree in computer science with an image option. Some students spend their final year abroad.

To complete their major, students go on internship from February onwards.
Web
e-marketing Cloud computingWeb and mobile technologies service design Data design ...
3D
GP/GPU Advanced programmingAugmented virtual realityVideo games Physics engineAdvanced OpenGL ...
Audio-visual

Interactive deviceSound designArtistic direction scenography
New forms of cinemaAdvanced post-production ...

Engineering and projects

Internships are a real springboard to working life, enabling students to discover the environment in which they will be working.
- 3 placements, 2 of which are compulsory (one in E4 IMAC, the other in E5 IMAC)
- An average of 8 months spent in a company throughout the course
- 60 % likelihood of an offer of employment following third-year placement
The dates
To validate their degree, students must complete two work internships:
- 4 months starting in June in E4 IMAC
- 6 months starting in April in E5 IMAC
First-year students have the opportunity to do a two-month internship during the summer holidays.
As part of their professional development, students apply their knowledge by carrying out a wide range of projects.
- 5 projects per semester approximately
- 1 tutored project taking place throughout second year
- An average of 3 people per project
Projects at IMAC
Projects enable students to become more independent, gain experience in project management, and learn about teamwork. They take place over several weeks and are sometimes common to several subjects (OpenGL and C++, databases and HTML, etc.).
Our equipment
The following equipment is available to students:
- Traditional multimedia software
- Self-service audio-visual equipment (cameras, sound equipment, booms, stands, etc.)
- A green background and a drone, GoPro, stereoscopic 3D screen, quadrotor, camsmart, oculus rift virtual reality headset, etc.

Examples of student projects

Discover the students' projects

Applications

Admission in the first year for Bac +2 students or in the 2nd year for Bac +3 students
Assessment based on portfolio and possibly an individual interview

What are the pre-requisites?

The IMAC course recruits from bac+2 level upwards
Have an interest in both the arts (graphic arts, cinema, music, digital arts, etc.) and the sciences (programming, mathematics, signal processing, etc.), without necessarily being a specialist in each of these fields.

Profils scientifiques
Classes préparatoires, BUT informatique, BUT MMI (anciennement SRC), licence maths et informatique, licence physique…

Artistic profiles
BTS visual communication, BTS audio-visual, degree in cinema, art schools, etc.

When should you apply?

1st admission session
Applications from 2th February 2026
Deadline for receipt of applications: 7 March 2026

2nd admission session
Deadline for receipt of applications: 18 April 2026

3rd admission session
Deadline for receipt of applications: 30 May 2026

How do I apply?

To apply, go to the Gustave Eiffel University platform, of which ESIEE Paris is a member school:

https://candidatures.univ-eiffel.fr/ecandidat/

- Create an account by entering your personal details and your academic background
- Validate your account via the link you will receive by email
- Browse the courses on offer: click on "courses on offer" in the menu on the left, select ESIEE Paris - Diplôme d'ingénieur en formation initiale IMAC and create your application file.

Documents required:
CV / Covering letter / Baccalaureate transcripts / Post-baccalaureate transcripts / Portfolio

Tuition fees
Tuition fees are at the rate set by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, currently €628 plus CVEC.

That's what they say!

Erwann Lefevre, ESIEE Paris graduate (class of 2022), IMAC stream

Growth Manager at Juno

I'm a Growth Manager, which means that I'm responsible for finding new ways of acquiring customers, but also for improving their experience throughout the sales process. IMAC's great strength lies in its ability to teach us to evolve in situations that combine several different professions. Thanks to the teaching received in this course, we learn to react quickly and solve all kinds of problems. If I'm lucky enough to be in this job today, it's above all thanks to the multidisciplinary nature of IMAC. In one day, I have the opportunity to juggle different professions, from sales and marketing to development and design. It's the best training for multi-skilled jobs, especially in a world where new digital professions are constantly emerging.