An industrial engineering degree program coming soon to Béziers
It has been official since December 3, 2024: the Polytech school at the University of Montpellier wishes to expand its educational offerings by proposing to the Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur (CTI) a new specialization in industrial engineering. The result of close collaboration with the IUT in Béziers and the Lycée Jean Moulin, this ambitious initiative aims to meet the needs of businesses and the challenges of ecological transition.
Promoting the development of higher education and research in dynamic regions where access to high-level training has remained limited is the stated ambition of Polytech Montpellier, which will offer the CTI a new industrial engineering program in Béziers starting in 2025. Thanks to this specialization, students in this region will now be able to obtain a five-year engineering degree without leaving their local area.
By establishing itself in Béziers, Polytech Montpellier aims to build bridges between secondary and higher education, supporting high school students through to an engineering degree (BAC+5). This initiative also aims to encourage social openness by making high-quality training accessible to areas with fewer higher education facilities. Finally, the program aims to meet the needs of local businesses, particularly in fields related to green industry and ecological transition.
A cross-functional program at the heart of industrial challenges
The new industrial engineering specialization stands out for its versatility. The main topics covered include industrial processes and their optimization; quality and maintenance, the cornerstones of industrial performance; environmental impact management, a key issue in the ecological transition; and management, to train leaders capable of steering complex projects.
This program will be offered under the FISA (engineering apprenticeship) status, promoting an enriching balance between theory and practice. Students from BUT (mechanical and production engineering, industrial engineering and maintenance, energy transition professions, etc.), certain professional bachelor's degrees such as AI and robotics from the IUT in Béziers, BTS or preparatory courses (ATS: adaptation for senior technicians or PeiP: Polytech engineering school courses), will thus have a unique opportunity to progress towards careers of the future.
A response tailored to the needs of the region and industry
The lack of specialized engineering programs in Béziers had previously represented a gap in the Occitanie region's network. By filling this void, Polytech Montpellier is strengthening its strategic positioning, while ensuring that it does not compete with other schools in the region, such asENSCM or Institut Agro.
This specialization, designed in collaboration with local stakeholders, is intended to complement existing programs. It is in line with the University's strategic priorities, which aim to support the ecological transition and promote the development of local programs in key cities such as Béziers.
High ambitions for the future
With this initiative, Polytech Montpellier is demonstrating a clear ambition: to train engineers who are ready to take on the industrial challenges of tomorrow, while boosting the local educational and economic fabric. This project illustrates the ability of academic institutions to adapt to changes in society by building bridges between education, research, and business.
The first students in this specialization are expected to be welcomed at the start of the 2026 academic year (subject to accreditation by the CTI), marking a decisive step in the development of higher education in Béziers. This is a great opportunity for the region and its up-and-coming talent.
