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Tech Academy
by Orange 

Discover Orange Belgium’s partnerships to support the teaching of telecommunications and inspire tomorrow’s tech experts. Dive in to see how we’re doing it. 

Learn about tomorrow's tech with Orange & EPB 

Orange joins forces with Ecole Polytechnique de Bruxelles (part of ULB) to equip engineering students with top-tier telecom knowledge. By investing in specialized education and our Orange Lab, we're preparing students to meet tomorrow's challenges in the telecom industry. 

Academic knowledge meets Orange expertise 

The Orange Chair is a special part of the Ecole Polytechnique de Bruxelles's master's programs where the knowledge of academics and the expertise of seasoned telecom professionals blend perfectly together. Students of ULB, VUB and Erasmus exchange programs learn from top-notch teachers and enjoy expert guest lectures by our Orange specialists. Beyond the classroom, Orange enhances learning with hands-on traineeships, and exclusive tours of Orange Belgium's facilities. 

Chaire Orange: Course Offerings, Laboratory, and Training 

Here's what's included:

  • Guest lectures from professionals from Orange Belgium. 
  • Student visits to Orange's sites for hands-on learning. 
  • Active sharing of internship and thesis opportunities from Orange. 
  • All course logistics, like classrooms and materials, are taken care of by ULB.

Course ELEC-H401: Modulation and Coding

A foundational course for MA1 students specializing in Electronics and Information Technology (EIT), featuring
in-depth exploration of coherent passive optical networks (PON) for FTTH, including modem design.

Core Topics:
  • Bandpass Signal Representation
  • Digital Modulations: PAM, PSK, QAM, FSK
  • Optimal Receiver Design
  • Transceiver Design and Synchronization
  • Channel Coding with Block Codes and LDPC
Orange Contributions:
  • Seminar on Telecommunication Standards, Design,
    and Implementation (2h)
  • Guided Visit to Orange's Optical Fiber Deployment Site (4h)

Course ELEC-H-423: Mobile and Wireless Networks / ELEC-H-504 Network Security

Tailored for Masters students in Cybersecurity and participants in the European Erasmus Mundus joint Master in cybersecurity (CYBERUS). 

Core Topics:
  • Network Security Models and Standards 
  • Applied Cryptography and Protocols 
  • Protocols and Architectures for Network Security 
  • IP Security and Transport-Level Security 
  • Internet of Things Architecture and Protocols 
  • Mobile Networks from 2G to 5G 
Orange Contributions:
  • Seminar on 5G/6G Network Questions: Slicing, Virtualization, Zero-Trust Architectures (2h/4h) 
  • Network Defenses and Security with Orange Cyberdefense (2h) 
  • Internships for Master in Cybersecurity or Erasmus Mundus Master students

Orange Lab:

hands-on telecom training 

Students can step into the Orange Lab at EPB, where theoretical knowledge meets practical application, giving students the advantage of learning through state-of-the-art technology and scenarios. 

Upskilling our Orange team  

Our partnership with EPB is not only an investment in the future of telecommunications education—it's a direct investment in our team. Our Orange team members with engineering backgrounds enjoy training sessions on specific telco subjects given by EPB’s lecturers, sharpening skills and expanding knowledge. Totally on us! Can’t wait to join in either? 

Our engineers are privy to cutting-edge training sessions that keep them at the forefront of the telecommunications industry. These educational perks translate into tangible career growth opportunities, expanded skill sets, and a deeper engagement with the tech community, ensuring that Orange remains a competitive leader in the market.  

5 pillars of educational
empowerment 

Orange champions education through a five-fold commitment to our Tech Academy: 

Expertise sharing

our Orange pros teach what they practice. 

Academic collaboration

we align our contributions with academic excellence. 

Development

we invest time to craft experts for personal and professional development. 

Financial support

we provide essential funding for EPB’s telecom courses. 

Guidance provision

we mentor students to turn potential into real expertise. 

Learning experience

Orange Summer School immerses tech students in the dynamic world of telecom at Orange Belgium.  They gain hands-on learning experience, work with experts, attend workshops and get to work with the latest technologies and innovations. 

Traineeships & student jobs 

Every year since the summer of 2023, Orange has been launching the careers of several aspiring tech students, each with a keen engineering mindset, eager to immerse themselves in the world of telecommunications. Discover their experiences! 

Also want to boost your career? Sign up for the Orange Summer School here.

Killian Thys, young graduate - Junior Project Manager in Cybersecurity

Sponsoring the WomInTech Initiative 

WomInTech is an EPB student initiative that champions gender diversity specifically in the fields of technology and engineering within STEM. Orange is committed to this cause, supporting efforts to inspire and empower women to excel in these vital sectors. Join us in nurturing an inclusive future. 

Updates

Stay up to date with the latest discoveries, partnerships and events.

Orange honours outstanding students with the Orange Excellence Award

On 8 October, we honored 2 exceptional students for their remarkable achievements. These deserving winners went home with the prestigious Orange Excellence Award. Read here how they earned this recognition. 

Feeling good at Orange

Orange wouldn’t be Orange without its fabulous team members who give their all every day. That’s why we pull out all the stops to ensure they feel good at work. How? By keeping their body and mind in tip-top condition. On 23 September we kicked off two packed weeks of inspiring wellbeing activities and workshops.  

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