National School of Applied Sciences of Tangier (ENSAT)

The National School of Applied Sciences of Tangier (ENSAT) is a public engineering institution in Tangier, Morocco, established in 1998. It operates under the umbrella of Abdelmalek Essaâdi University and is dedicated to educating multi-skilled, innovative State Engineers. ENSAT was the first of Morocco's ENSAs to be created, with a strong focus on engaging with the socio-economic landscape.

Academics

ENSAT offers a robust pedagogical architecture comprising a two-year integrated preparatory cycle, followed by a three-year engineering cycle. The school specializes in five key engineering disciplines: Telecommunications & Network Systems Engineering, Electronic and Automatic Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering (Software Engineering, Information Systems), Industrial Engineering & Logistics, and Eco-Energetic Engineering and Industrial Environment. This curriculum aims to produce highly skilled engineers ready to contribute to various industrial sectors.

International Students

Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, ENSAT's parent institution, emphasizes an international dimension in its training and research, actively welcoming and educating foreign students. The university also provides opportunities for its students and staff to engage with other cultures, particularly within Africa. While specific English-taught programs at ENSAT are not detailed, the broader university offers a career center to help students with "Soft-Skills" and employability.

Campus & Location

ENSAT is situated in Tangier, a vibrant city in northern Morocco, known for its strategic location as a major maritime link between Europe and Africa. The campus is part of the Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, which has institutions spread across several cities in the Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima region. Tangier boasts a dynamic environment with various industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and logistics, offering a rich backdrop for engineering studies.

Career Outcomes

ENSAT aims to train engineers who are well-prepared for the professional world, with a focus on innovation and multidisciplinary skills. The broader Abdelmalek Essaâdi University has a career center established in 2016, which has assisted over 15,000 students with physical services and nearly 200,000 virtual users with employability skills. Tangier's growing industrial sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and logistics, provide a strong local job market for engineering graduates.