Wood and glass building with students

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

ITT vs. WSSM

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

Mid June

Mid December

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

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!