The examination is open to students who hold a French qualification accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, or a qualification accredited by the French Ministry of Labour.
The AST1 track (entry into L3) requires at least Bac+2 level higher education or an RNCP Level III certified qualification.
The AST2 track (entry into M1) requires at least Bac+3 or Bac+4 level higher education or an RNCP Level II certified qualification.
There is no possible entry directly into M2.