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CFD Summer Program 2026: Dive into Computational Fluid Dynamics at ESTACA

17 March 2026

Ready to boost your skills in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and explore the world of aeronautics and aerospace engineering?

After a successful 2025 edition, ESTACA is launching the CFD Summer Program 2026 — a four-week intensive summer school in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics and numerical simulation, fully taught in English and designed for international engineering students.

Hosted at ESTACA Paris-Saclay, this program combines high-level academics, hands-on simulation and direct exposure to the French aerospace ecosystem.

Why join the CFD Summer Program?

Because CFD is everywhere in aerospace: aircraft design, flow optimisation, turbulence modelling, safety analysis… and it’s a key skill for your future career.

During the program, you will:

Strengthen your knowledge in fluid dynamics and aerodynamics
Work on practical CFD simulations
Explore real aeronautics case studies
Meet experts from leading research institutions such as ONERA
Experience student life in France

What students say

Students from the 2025 edition describe the program as a real turning point.

Madhavan (University of Southampton, UK) explains:

“This program has deepened my understanding of CFD and turbulence, which I can further apply to my research. I believe this program could shape my career as an aeronautical engineer.”

Maen (Curtin University, Australia) highlights the industry exposure:

“Engaging with experts from ONERA was very enlightening. Pursuing knowledge in the way they do is something I find very inspiring.”

And for Pratham (University of Southampton, UK), it was the perfect balance:

“It was the perfect mix of aerodynamics, company visits, and culture.”