ESILV and Strate School of Design announce the launch of the dual degree programme Responsible Industrial Design and Engineering (RIDE), aimed at training professionals capable of addressing the complex challenges of technological, ecological, and industrial transformations.
The Responsible Industrial Design and Engineering (RIDE) programme meets the needs of a new generation of versatile professionals, able to design sustainable and responsible industrial solutions.
ESILV x Strate: The RIDE Programme to Meet the Growing Needs of a Changing Industry
The RIDE programme offers a three-year curriculum, taught in English, intended for students who already have a solid foundation in engineering or design. It targets graduates with a Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3), such as the Bachelor in Science and Engineering (BSI) or the Bachelor of Technology (BUT) or equivalent.
According to ESILV’s board, this programme addresses the increasing demands of a changing industry. In the context of rapid technological transformations and crises that are redefining the expectations of companies and communities, it is crucial to offer curricula that present a systemic vision, integrating ecological, economic, and social perspectives.
The director board at Strate adds that this training reinvents the educational path of talents in engineering and design. It equips students with the cross-disciplinary skills needed to design sustainable and repairable solutions, while addressing companies’ needs for sustainability.
The RIDE Dual Degree: Innovative Teaching for Essential Skills
The RIDE dual degree is based on innovative pedagogy that combines theory, practice, and immersion in the professional world. Its objective is to train well-rounded profiles with a broad set of skills adapted to current and future industrial challenges.
Students will take modules focused on:
- Mastering technical methodologies: for designing high-performance products and services;
- Eco-design and sustainability: integrating principles of repair, recycling, and carbon footprint reduction;
- Prototyping and manufacturing: using advanced tools and emerging technologies;
- Creativity and innovation: to imagine and design disruptive solutions;
- Interdisciplinary collaboration: to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strate emphasizes the importance of combining engineering and design to create a shared design culture. This enables students to integrate experimentation and an increased awareness of environmental and social impacts into their projects.
ESILV highlights that students learn to transform concepts into concrete solutions by mastering every stage of production, from experimentation to manufacturing. Immersion in real-world projects allows them to develop practical skills while collaborating with experts from major companies.
The ESILV-STRATE Dual Degree: Innovating for Impactful Careers
At the end of the programme, graduates receive two recognized qualifications:
- The Designer diploma from Strate, certified by the French State and registered at RNCP Level 7;
- The MSc in Creative Technology from ESILV, a degree validating advanced technical and scientific skills.
These qualifications open-up diverse career opportunities in France and internationally, particularly in innovative sectors such as:
- Research and development,
- High-tech industries (automotive, aerospace, etc.),
- Tech start-ups,
- Strategic roles like Product Innovation Manager, Project Manager, or Fab Lab Director.
The leadership of both institutions agrees that graduates of the programme will play a key role in designing sustainable and responsible industrial solutions. They will become essential actors in addressing the ecological, technological, and economic challenges faced by industries.
The RIDE Dual Degree: A Response to 21st Century Challenges
In a rapidly changing world, the RIDE dual degree responds to the needs of businesses and communities in terms of sustainability, innovation, and competitiveness. The integration of engineering and design approaches ensures that future graduates are equipped to tackle the complex challenges facing today’s industries.
This programme represents a significant step forward for ESILV and Strate School of Design. It reflects their joint commitment to training professionals capable of innovating responsibly, considering social, economic, and environmental concerns.
The RIDE dual degree thus positions itself as a benchmark for those seeking to be at the forefront of industrial transformation.
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