Credit: École Supérieure du Bois
École Supérieure du Bois
The École Supérieure du Bois is an engineering school specialized in wood science and technology on an international level, located in Nantes, France. There are two programs Undergraduate and Graduate students can choose from: the International Timber Trade programme and a Wood Science and Sustainable Management programme. Learn more about each below!
For more information, you can visit their website, check out their Brochure for International Students, their Welcome Guide, and this informative video!
Resources
Program comparison, application process, and deadlines
International Timber Trade Program | Wood Science + Sustainable Management Program | |
|---|---|---|
Student eligibility | Undergrad & Graduate students | Undergrad & Graduate students |
Program description | Taught in English covering international trade techniques, marketing, logistics and specialized courses on wood-based products such as marketing and wood logistics. | Taught entirely in English. Provides a diverse and multidisciplinary approach incorporating learning by doing with workshops, projects, and applied research, enabling participants to contribute to a more sustainable world through the use of engineering tools. |
Program length/Semester dates | 5 months; September to February (or 3 months; September to December) | 5 months; February to June |
Terms at OSU | Fall & Winter terms (or choose Fall only) | Winter & Spring terms |
Potential Credits | 22 credits | 22 credits |
Course Equivalencies | WINS Majors Fulfills area of concentration. Other Majors Discuss with your Academic Advisor to see how this program would apply to your degree requirements. | WINS Majors Fulfills area of concentration. Other Majors Discuss with your Academic Advisor to see how this program would apply to your degree requirements. |
OSU Application Deadline | April 15 | October 15 |
ESB Application Deadline | May 30 | December 15 |
Recommended Arrival | One week before start of semester | One week before start of semester |
Program Website | https://www.esb-campus.fr/international-timber-trade-program/?lang=en | https://www.esb-campus.fr/wood-science-and-sustainable-management-progra... |
Student Experiences
Experience a glimpse into Tygh Parr's (Renewable Materials) time at ESB in the International Timber Trade program and read about Dylan Dripps' student story on the CoF International blog!
Photo Credit: École Supérieure du Bois
Funding your ESB Experience
If you are interested in this program but worried about the funds, there are several funding options available for students completing a study abroad program. Check out the resources below for complete details about these scholarships. You can also visit our Funding Your International Experience page for even more funding resources.
Ready to go?
Contact Rachael Fahrenbach in the CoF International Programs office with questions and to get started!