STUDYING AT 42 LE HAVRE
Brand new and spacious facilities within the Campus Le Havre - Normandie. A truly multicultural environment oriented towards the world. The assurance of synergies between Companies and School.
A BIT OF HISTORY
42, A GLOBAL NETWORK
42 has created the world’s largest network of free, innovative, and open-to-all computer science schools, accessible from the age of 18 without any diploma requirements.
All 42 campuses share the same set of practices and values. They all use the same selection process and a common core training program. As a result, regardless of the campus, students are guaranteed a high-quality education.
We are proud that 42 Le Havre is the 7th French campus, alongside Paris, Lyon, Nice, Mulhouse, Angoulême, and Perpignan. One of the 48 campuses worldwide!
THE GENESIS OF 42 LE HAVRE
The implementation project of Campus 42 in Le Havre dates back to 2021. It was initially led by Le Havre Seine Métropole and private economic actors.
The establishment of Campus 42 in Le Havre is part of the higher education development strategy in the region, notably addressing the needs for IT/digital skills in companies of the sector as well as other sectors of activity. This is a project made by companies for companies.
AN EXCEPTIONAL PLACE
42 le havre in the heart of the cité numérique
Located between basins and sea, in the heart of the Le Havre-Normandie Campus, 42 Le Havre is situated at the Numeric City, an emblematic place and a symbol of innovation. A true 36-meter tall signal with daring architecture, the Numeric City is at the center of the downtown campus, at the crossroads of higher education and research, as well as at the interface of the port and the economic fabric: a whole symbol for this place of exchanges, training, business growth, and project development in the field of innovation and digital.
In this building where the École de Management de Normandie (EM Normandie – Business School) is also located, the new facility builds bridges between private actors, public institutions, the scientific world, entrepreneurship, and academia.
Open to all to facilitate the emergence of innovative projects. It thus contributes to the creation of the intelligent territory of tomorrow, smoother, dynamic, attractive, responsible, and sustainable.
Near the train station and the tramway, the campus is easily accessible for free or at a reduced rate.
42 LE HAVRE
OUR MISSIONS
The main missions of 42 Le Havre are simple:
To enable as many people as possible to access high-level training in computer programming, regardless of gender, age, background, and original environment of the candidates.
To meet the needs for IT/digital skills of the businesses in the region by providing them with a new pool of creative coders with diverse profiles.
42 Le Havre thus represents a tool available to all companies in Normandy so that they can develop new IT/digital skills, but also better organize and implement their digital transition.
42 LE HAVRE
MORE THAN A FORMATION
Starting the day with a state-of-the-art and ultra-powerful PC. Working on solving a project. Participating in an event. Gaining valuable contacts for networking. Forming friendships with other people working on the same project. Finding a solution to a problem while playing a video game. Implementing a new method before heading out in the evening. Reconnecting with fellow classmates from the Piscine (intensive training period). And starting it all over again the next day. This is the daily life of students at 42.
Discover our campus
OUR FACILITIES
THE "CLUSTER" JÖTUNHEIM
A large computer room (“cluster”) with 94 computer stations. The arrangement of the computers promotes interaction among students.
THE "CLUSTER" NIFLHEIM
A second computer room equipped with 69 state-of-the-art computer stations. A “Cluster” designed with a gaming-themed decor.
THE CAMPUS
The 620m2 campus is extremely bright and completely renovated. The school has been designed to make students feel perfectly comfortable, and it is, of course, accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
A youthful and dynamic decor created by local artists adorns the hallways.
THE RECEPTION
A reception area is located at the entrance of the campus. Here you will find “Valhalla,” the wall dedicated to partners.
THE BOCAL
Located at the entrance of the campus, the “Bocal” is the staff office. Have a question about your curriculum or a technical issue? It’s the central point of the School to find your answers.
THE CANTINA
It’s the students’ living space. You can find everything you need to clear your mind between lines of code, including a fully equipped kitchen area (microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher) for your use.
THE CANTINA
The other part of the Cantina allows students to relax on comfortable sofas and bean bags, enjoying a game on the Nintendo Switch or watching a TV series.
A WORD FROM...
ALEXANDRA BRICOUT, DIRECTOR OF 42 LE HAVRE
42 is the first excellence training program in computer science, completely free, and we are proud to offer you this curriculum in Le Havre.
Whether you are a high school graduate, a student, or a career changer looking for employment, with or without a high school diploma? You can join 42, regardless of your status and age.
The method ? No classes or professors to allow you to unleash your creativity in this curriculum built 100% around projects.
Group work ? In the traditional education system, learning is mostly individual. At 42, it’s completely the opposite. Getting closer to other students is the guarantee of multiplying good ideas. Collaboration will be essential to succeed in your curriculum. And that’s perfect since all companies specify that they are looking for this quality.
The pace ? Feel comfortable, you validate your projects during your curriculum, at your own pace.
Diversity and inclusion ? 42 has become an international reference in terms of inclusion and equal opportunities. 42 is ranked #1 in terms of ethical values and #8 in the top 100 innovative global universities (World Universities With Real Impact / WURI ranking).
And it works: 42 has trained thousands of students worldwide, and all of them have a job upon graduation! The concept is recognized, recruiters widely endorse it. Normandy companies are already excited to welcome you for internships at the end of the first year.
All of this wouldn’t be complete without mentioning that digital transformation is the key challenge to overcome in our society, as 85% of jobs don’t exist yet in tomorrow’s world.
And that’s where the strength and foresight of the 42 school lie! Applying to 42 Le Havre, it’s an opportunity for you to meet numerous professionals during your curriculum and later pursue exciting and future-oriented careers.
THE STAFF
A caring and dynamic team always ready to support students throughout their Piscine and curriculum.
Discover the members
TROMBINOSCOPE
Alexandra
Director
Charlène
Communication and Development Lead
Alexandru
Pedagogy & Technical Lead
Dorothée
Campus Coordinator
Sheldon
Campus Mascot
Baptiste
Pedagogy & Technical Assistant
A LIVELY CAMPUS
CHOOSING TO STUDY AT 42 LE HAVRE
Every year, 13,750 students choose to study at the Le Havre-Normandie Campus. Join them!
An urban campus by the seaside
With the sea as its horizon and water sports as a passion, the Le Havre-Normandie Campus resonates with the rhythm of the tides!
A beach in the city center and intense port activity (freight, fishing, boating, regattas, etc.): the maritime identity of the Le Havre-Normandie Campus is evident both to newcomers and enthusiasts.
Easy transportation
With two tram lines, 17 bus lines, a funicular, and 135 km of bicycle paths, the area has an efficient transportation network for easy mobility between the city center and various points of interest (beach, shops, museums, etc.).
A highly dynamic campus
Higher education and research are priority areas and undeniable drivers of attractiveness and development for the Le Havre region.
A thriving campus: 1 university, 8 schools, 14 research laboratories, 200 post-baccalaureate programs.
Hackathons and Challenges
Innovate and push your limits in multidisciplinary teams.
Offer concrete solutions to tomorrow’s challenges.
Evenings and Relaxation Moments
Partying together after finishing the day’s work on campus, with music or playing on the available console.
Workshops and more workshops
Learning a new language or technology through dedicated workshops with domain specialists.
Learning or improving skills in a technology, enhancing one’s CV, or preparing for a job interview.
Conferences and Meetups
Discover inspiring career paths, innovative companies, and essential topics.
Associative Life
An innovation-promoting work environment is also a place where personal initiatives can come to life. The 42 community thrives with a rich associative life that goes beyond the festive aspect of student gatherings, providing a means for passions to be expressed. Whether it’s stepping into entrepreneurship, delving deeper into various computer science fields, or raising one’s voice for a cause, the associations at 42 are a source of pride and richness.
