Student life

Participation in clubs, cultural activities, and sports is an integral part of the ENSTA experience. It contributes to students' personal development, develops their sense of responsibility, and strengthens cohesion within the student community.

Student life at ENSTA: a collective, festive, and engaging adventure

Student life on the Brest campus
Student life on the Paris-Saclay campus

Joining ENSTA is much more than just pursuing an excellent education: it means entering a dynamic community where student life plays a central role. Throughout the year, students bring the campus to life through memorable events, community projects and unforgettable moments of conviviality.

From the very first weeks, the Orientation Weekend (WEI) sets the tone: a warm welcome, fun activities, team spirit... no hazing, but lots of energy! Then come the BDE, BDA, and BDS campaigns, two intense weeks of activities to elect the offices that will set the pace for campus life. The Gala, sports and cultural weekends, sports tournaments, and even the ski week are all highlights that leave a lasting impression and strengthen bonds.

With more than 130 associations covering all areas—sports, culture, technology, entrepreneurship, solidarity—everyone can get involved, discover new passions, or simply enjoy a stimulating and supportive atmosphere.

Ready to explore all that student life has to offer? Use the search engine above to find the associations that suit you best!

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Protection against unexploded ordnances: ENSTA’s expertise called upon in Japan

On 5 September 2025, an unexploded ordnance (UXO) was discovered on the seabed approximately 9 metres below the surface at Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan—specifically in the waters about 48 metres west of Berth No. 3...

Protection against unexploded ordnances: ENSTA’s expertise called upon in Japan

On 5 September 2025, an unexploded ordnance (UXO) was discovered on the seabed approximately 9 metres below the surface at Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan—specifically in the waters about 48 metres west of Berth No. 3...

International | Student Life
International students in the spotlight at both ENSTA campuses

Having pursued a successful internationalization strategy for years, ENSTA now welcomes students from 32 different countries, with international students accounting for more than 25% of the student body on average across both campuses. To highlight this...

International students in the spotlight at both ENSTA campuses

Having pursued a successful internationalization strategy for years, ENSTA now welcomes students from 32 different countries, with international students accounting for more than 25% of the student body on average across both campuses. To highlight this...

Company | Innovation | Student Life
Another victory for ENSTA at INNOV’NIGHT

While an ENSTA team had already distinguished itself at the previous edition, Foucault de Jerphanion, Aurélien Gilles, Ambrine Pujo, Thomas Carpentier, and Théotime Galmiche successfully rose to the challenge of designing an innovative solution to a...

Another victory for ENSTA at INNOV’NIGHT

While an ENSTA team had already distinguished itself at the previous edition, Foucault de Jerphanion, Aurélien Gilles, Ambrine Pujo, Thomas Carpentier, and Théotime Galmiche successfully rose to the challenge of designing an innovative solution to a...

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