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Yes, it is possible for you to pursue a master's degree in environmental engineering even if you have a background in electrical and electronics engineering. Many universities and institutions consider candidates from diverse engineering backgrounds for environmental engineering programs.

However, you might be required to fulfill certain prerequisites or bridge courses, depending on the specific programme and institution you're applying to. These prerequisites could include foundational courses in environmental sciences, civil engineering, or related subjects to ensure that you have the necessary background knowledge for the environmental engineering curriculum.

Before applying, I recommend checking the admission requirements of the environmental engineering programme you're interested in. Contact the admissions office of the university to get accurate information about eligibility criteria and any prerequisites you might need to fulfill.

The Excelia Business School comprises of four principal campuses, namely:

• La Rochelle Campus (Established in 1988): La Rochelle is a dynamic city, which is full of life. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, in close proximity to three islands and within the triangle of the three major cities of Nantes, Paris and Bordeaux, La Rochelle offers a wealth of tourist attractions and economic opportunities. The La Rochelle conurbation also combines economic dynamism with job creation. The city fosters the art of living together in harmony and works hard to strengthen solidarity between citizens. It remains, above all, a place with a relaxed atmosphere in a safe environment.

• Tours Campus (Established in 2019): Situated in the heart of the Loire valley,  Tours is above all known for its impressive historical heritage. Tours offers an exceptional living environment, with the Loire River having shaped its history, culture, landscape and heritage. It is a modern and dynamic student city, renowned today for its lifestyle, monuments, museums and gardens. Nestled on the banks of the Loire and Cher rivers, Tours benefits from an ideal geographical location. As a veritable crossroads, it has great links to several major cities thanks to the motorway network, with Angers, Nantes, Le Mans and Orleans all within easy reach. 

• Orleans Campus (Established in 2020): Located in the regional capital of the Centre Val de Loire, the Orleans campus is in a pleasant location, just 15 minutes’ walk from the city centre, and easily accessible by tram or bus. On site, among other things, there is a cafeteria, bicycle parking, a media library, and areas in which to relax. Orleans is a dynamic economic hub, comprising numerous sectors of activity  including IT, Electronics, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Transport, Environment, etc.

• Paris Cachan Campus (Established in 2022): The parisian site enables Excelia Business School to continue developing student numbers on its BBA International programme but also intends to offer various other programmes, such as Global Foundation Year Programme and several Masters of Science in Luxury, Finance, Supply Chain and Tourism. Also, this major higher education hub of some 40,000 m2 offers students a stimulating and qualitative environment that includes all the necessary services and sports facilities, as well as numerous green areas and shops.

No, the Excelia Business School does not provide on-campus accommodation to their students. However, they have partnered up with Studapart and help their students find accommodation according to the students preferences and budget. This platform gives students the access to hundreds of exclusive offers: studio apartments, flat- and house-shares, rooms in private homes, etc.

Excelia Business School has four campuses and students can look for accommodation according to their campus.

• If a student is studying in the La Rochelle campus and is looking for a lively area, they should focus on the city centre. Areas surrounding the centre such as the Minimes, the Gabut and Tasdon are also a good compromise. If they would like to be near Excelia yet still stay close to the city centre, then they should concentrate their search on the districts of Tasdon and the Minimes.
• If a student is studying in the Tours campus and is looking for a lively area, they should focus on the city centre. This area os very popular for its shops, bars and medieval streets. Areas surrounding the centre, such as Lakanal-Strasbourg, are also a good compromise. If they would like to be near Excelia yet still stay close to the city centre, then they should concentrate their search on the Deux-Lions area. It has excellent transport links, with two tram stops, enabling students to reach the heart of the city in just fifteen minutes.
• If a student is studying in the Orleans campus and is looking for a lively area, they should focus on the city centre. Areas surrounding the centre such as Madeleine,  Châteaudun and Faubourg Bannier, located on the right bank of the river, are also a good compromise. If they would like to be near Excelia yet still stay close to the city centre, then they should concentrate their search on the district of Madeleine. The Line B tram in this area and the numerous road improvements mean that the heart of the city can be reached in only a few minutes.

Excelia Business offers a scholarship named The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme every year since 2019 to their international students, which not only reduces a significant portion of their tuition fees, but also provides a lot of other benefits to the succesful students. All candidates need to go through a tough selection process in order to obtain this scholarship. The eligibility criteria for the same are listed below:

• Nationality: Only international students can apply
• Level of Study: This scholarship is available only for students studying at the Masters as well as doctorate level.
• Academic Record: The academic results for the 3 years preceding the application are examined and must show a level of excellence and, for the PhD, the innovative nature of the research topic
• The profile which has to correspond to the international policy of the establishment: It is essential to demonstrate how hosting this student will strengthen the establishment’s international strategy and visibility

Yes, Excelia Business offers a scholarship named The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme every year since 2019 to their international students, which not only reduces a significant portion of their tuition fees, but also provides a lot of other benefits to the eligible students. This prestigious scholarship was created by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs together with the Ministry of Education, in order to help French higher education institutions to attract, and reward international students with excellent profiles, looking to study at Master or Doctorate level.

Successful candidates receive a monthly allowance of €1,181 at the Master level, whereas successful candidates preparing for a Doctorate receive a grant of €1,700 through the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme. The other benefits enjoyed by all the eligible students are:

• International Transport: A return flight between country of origin and France
• National Transport: Provision, by Campus France, of train journey to the first place of residence, as well as from the last place of residence to the airport for the return journey
• Local Transport: Reimbursement, up to a maximum of €50, of the student's journey from the airport or railway station (taxi, public transport, etc.) to their first place of residence
• Social security cover by Campus France, whilst waiting to join the French social security system, for non-EU nationals
• Complementary Health Insurance: The scholarship student is obliged to take out a policy with a mutual insurance company within two months of their arrival in France – the cost of this insurance is reimbursed upon presentation of proof of payment, up to a maximum amount which is set annually by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, whatever the duration of the contract
• Cultural events
• They may also receive supplementary housing allowance for accommodation outside university residences, upon presentation of proof of both the first rental payment and the rental contract