BIM: Integrated Design and Life Cycle of Buildings and Infrastructure

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Bac +6 – Specialised Master’s
September 2026
From €14,000 to €17,000 VAT exempt (2025–2026)
Cachan, champs-sur-marne
12 months

Lead the digital transformation of the construction industry with the BIM Specialised Master’s

The BIM Specialised Master’s programme trains experts capable of designing, coordinating, and managing BIM projects throughout the entire life cycle of a building or infrastructure. Through an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach, this programme prepares professionals to meet the digital and environmental challenges of the construction sector.

Learning objectives

The BIM Specialised Master’s develops comprehensive expertise in BIM strategy, management, and implementation in construction projects, from design through to operation and maintenance.

Define and lead a BIM strategy for a project or organisation, integrating overall performance objectives.

Work collaboratively and master interoperable data exchange processes (3D, 4D, digital models).

Leverage digital data to optimise design, construction, and operational performance.

Master the legal, economic, technical, and managerial impacts of BIM integration within organisations.

Coordinate all stakeholders involved in a BIM project within an agile, collaborative, life-cycle-oriented framework.

Intended audience

Architects, design engineers, project managers, construction economists, surveyors, public and private project owners, developers, assistant project owners, industrial product managers, operators, maintenance professionals, BIM managers, synthesis directors, inspection bodies, and construction companies.

The program's ambitions

Training professionals to manage BIM projects, design construction and operational projects in an integrated manner for new builds or renovations, and take into account the constraints of all stakeholders, including energy and environmental requirements.

The program's structure

11 modules, 1 week per month

Key modules:
• BIM challenges and stakes
• Collaborative workshops
• Interoperability
• Collaboration and change management
• BIM for construction
• Project management
• Legal aspects
• Economic aspects

Professional networks:
• Conferences, collaborative workshops, digital mock-ups, information systems

Professional thesis based on a real strategic issue

The program's advantages

Co-accreditation (ENPC) École des Ponts et Chaussées x ESTP: two leading institutions, one excellence programme accredited by the CGE.

OpenBIM-labelled programme, practice-oriented, based on real-life case studies and delivered by industry experts.

A strong professional network: over 50 partners, with lecturers from major construction and technology players.

Teaching methods

Combination of theoretical input, practical workshops, case studies, professional conferences, and flipped classroom sessions. Executive format.

Certification/assessment methods

Continuous assessment and defence of a professional thesis addressing a real company issue. 400 hours + 1 thesis.

Speakers

Academic and professional experts from BIM, construction, urban development, project ownership, and digital industries.

Admission criteria

Prerequisites

• Bac +5 degree (engineering, business, architecture schools, or university master’s degree)
• Bac +4 with 3 years of professional experience
• Exceptional admission: https://www.estp.fr/informations-pratiques

Application requirements

Download, complete, and submit the full application file by email

Pre-selection based on application (CV, diplomas, professional project)

Eligibility interview with the academic and professional jury

Final admission by jury decision

Applications must be sent to: informationsfc.ms@estp.fr

Career opportunities

Become a strategic player in the digital transition: lead BIM projects, coordinate teams, and optimise asset life cycles. Access roles such as BIM Manager, Project Manager, or Digital Consultant.

• Project Director
• BIM Strategy and Deployment Deputy Manager
• BIM Manager
• Consulting Engineer

Key figures about the program

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I follow a Specialised Master’s programme while working?

Yes. Part-time formats are specifically designed for professionals in employment.

What is the selection process?

Pre-selection: review of the application file and verification of prerequisites
Eligibility: interview with the academic director and industry professionals, assessment of personal profile, skills, and career objectives
Admission: final decision by the admissions board

Which Specialised Master’s programmes are registered with the RNCP?

The ECHD and MTEG Specialised Master’s programmes are registered with the RNCP.

What is the employment rate after graduation?

95% of graduates secure employment within six months of completing the programme.

Is ESTP Qualiopi certified?

Yes. ESTP is Qualiopi certified under the category training activities.

What are the key events during a Specialised Master’s programme?

Trade fairs, construction climate workshops, alumni networking evenings, professional meetings, site visits, masterclasses, and conferences.

What is the academic level of a Specialised Master’s programme?

A Specialised Master’s programme corresponds to a sixth-year qualification (Bac +6).

What is the duration of a Specialised Master’s programme?

12 months for a full-time programme
12 to 16 months for a part-time programme, depending on the chosen track

What does the programme include?

Each programme combines theoretical and practical project-based courses, a professional assignment within a company, and a professional thesis focusing on an operational and/or strategic business issue.

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