Master Informatique — Ingénierie du Logiciel Libre (I2L)

Tuition fees are 292 USD per year.

Ingénierie du Logiciel Libre (I2L) is a specialization within the Master Informatique at Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale, in Calais, France. Translated, the title means 'Free and Open-Source Software Engineering.' This track focuses on the methods and practices used to develop software released under open licenses, covering subjects such as software engineering principles, collaborative development practices, version control, and the community and licensing models that distinguish free and open-source software from proprietary alternatives. Students typically study programming, software architecture, project collaboration tools, and the practical and legal aspects of contributing to and maintaining open-source projects. Graduates from this kind of program often move into roles such as software developer, open-source project contributor or maintainer, systems engineer, or positions within organizations that build products on open-source foundations. The collaborative and community-oriented skills built through this training also support careers in technical project management and roles within companies whose business models depend on open-source software. The program spans two years and leads to a master's degree, taught in French, so applicants should have a solid command of the language for technical coursework. The academic year begins in September. Yearly tuition is 250 EUR, in line with fees at French public universities. Students interested in software development within open, collaborative communities may find this specialization at Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale a relevant route into that particular software engineering culture.