The SESAM ICP portal is the unique digital gateway for all students and staff of the Catholic Institute of Paris. It centralizes access to your courses, your institutional messaging and all the administrative services necessary for your life on campus. We will guide you step by step to:
- Understanding the functioning of the SESAM portal
- Connect safely to your personal space
- Making full use of the digital tools available
- Solve the most common connection problems
- Effectively protect your data against online threats
Whether you are a student on the Paris or Reims campus, a newcomer or a regular user, this guide will help you master your digital environment.
What is the SESAM ICP portal?
SESAM is the centralized authentication system of the Catholic Institute of Paris. This unique platform allows you to access the entire digital ecosystem of the institution without multiplying IDs and passwords.
In concrete terms, SESAM works as a digital sesame: a single connection opens the doors to all online services of ICP. This scheme is part of the strategic plan "Campus 2018" which aims to modernise the student experience through digital technology.
The portal incorporates enhanced security measures to protect your personal and academic data. Each connection is encrypted, and automatic detection systems block intrusion attempts or fraudulent messages before they even reach your mailbox.
What is the SESAM account for ICP students and staff?
Your SESAM account gives you access to a complete set of digital services tailored to your profile. For students, it allows you to view your notes, download your statements, register for courses and contact your teachers via the institutional messaging.
Teachers use SESAM to drop down their course materials, evaluate the work, manage their schedules and access educational tools such as Moodle. Administrative staff have specific access to student and human resource management.
Your institutional email address is directly linked to your SESAM account. It follows a precise format according to your status: prenom.nom@campusicp.fr for students, p.nom@icp.fr for full teachers, p.nom@chens.icp.fr for other teachers, and prenom.nom@ext.icp.fr for external speakers and trainees.
How to access your SESAM ICP personal space
Access to your SESAM area is via the official ICP website. Go to the home page and click on "Login" or "Digital Space". You will be automatically redirected to the SESAM authentication page.
Enter your ID (usually your institutional email address) in the first field, then your password in the second. We recommend that you check the "Rester Connected" option only if you use a personal and secure computer.
Once connected, you access a custom dashboard that brings together all your active services. The interface presents clickable tiles for each application: messaging, Moodle, administrative services, digital library. Navigation is intuitive and thought to save you time every day.
First login: creating or recovering your password
When you first log in, you will need to activate your SESAM account. An activation email is sent to you on a personal address that you provided when registering for PKI. This email contains a temporary link valid for 48 hours.
Click on the link and choose a robust password: at least 12 characters combining uppercase, lowercase, digits and special characters. Avoid obvious personal information such as your date of birth or surname.
If you have not received the activation email, check your spam and unwanted mail. After 48 hours, you will need to contact the IT department to get a new link. Preciously store your credentials in a secure password manager.
Services accessible via SESAM (messagerie, courses, digital tools)
Institutional messaging is your official channel of communication with the administration and your teachers. All the important information about your schooling passes through this address. Consult it on a daily basis so that you do not miss any deadlines.
The Moodle platform, accessible from SESAM, hosts all your online courses. You will find educational materials, homework, discussion forums and evaluation quizzes. Each teacher structures his classroom space according to his or her pedagogical needs.
Online administrative services allow you to edit your tuition certificates, view your registration file and manage your payments. The digital library provides access to thousands of documentary resources: scientific articles, digital works, specialized databases.
| Service | Main function | Recommended frequency of use |
| Official communication | Daily | |
| Moodle | Courses and homework | Minimum weekly |
| Administrative Services | Procedures and certificates | Upon request |
| Digital library | Document search | Depending on academic needs |
Connection problems and common solutions
Forgot password is the most common problem. Always use the "Forgot password?" link on the login page. A reset email will arrive within a few minutes on your personal emergency address.
If your account seems blocked after several unsuccessful attempts, wait 15 minutes before trying again. This security delay protects your account from hacking attempts. After three consecutive blockages, contact technical support.
Browser cache problems sometimes cause malfunctions. Empty your browser cache (Ctrl+Maj+Suppr on Windows, Cmd+Maj+Suppr on Mac) and remove cookies from the ICP website. Then restart your browser before reconnecting.
Account security and fraud prevention (phishing, usurpation)
The PKI is regularly subjected to phishing attempts to usurp the identity of students and staff. Recently, a fraudulent email asking for a payment of 1,550 € has circulated. The cybersecurity service was fortunately blocked before it reached the majority of mailboxes.
Stay alert to the signs of a scam attempt: unusual spelling errors, your alarmist creating a sense of urgency, unusual payment requests, short links masking the real destination. ICP will never ask you for your credentials by email.
Always check the sender's address: crooks use addresses very close to official addresses by changing a single character. For example, icpfr.com instead of icp.fr. In case of doubt, do not click on any link and transfer the suspicious message to the computer department.
Good practices to protect your data on SESAM ICP
Never share your SESAM IDs, even with your promotional peers. Each account is personal and you are responsible for all actions taken since your session. In the event of an ID loan, you may be held responsible for malicious actions.
Log out systematically after each session, especially on shared computers in computer rooms. A simple click on "Disconnection" protects your account from fraudulent use. On your personal computer, activate automatic locking after a few minutes of inactivity.
Regularly update your password, ideally every six months. Avoid reusing the same password on multiple platforms. If one of your accounts is compromised elsewhere, hackers might try to use the same identifiers on SESAM.
Technical assistance and PKI support contact
The ICP IT department provides technical assistance from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. You can reach them by email by creating a ticket from your SESAM area, "Assistance". Prefer this channel to keep a written record of your exchanges.
For emergencies, especially during examinations or homework, a dedicated telephone number is available. You will find it on the SESAM homepage. Prepare your student number or ID before calling to speed up processing your application.
The cybersecurity team has a specific email address to report phishing attempts or any suspicious behavior. Transfer fraudulent messages to them immediately without clicking on the links. Your vigilance helps protect the entire PKI community.
Other ICP digital resources (campus, student life, Moodle)
ICP's digital campus exceeds the SESAM platform. You have an intranet dedicated to associative life where you can consult the events of Paris and Reims campus, register for sports and cultural activities, and exchange with student associations.
Moodle deserves special attention: this learning platform not only hosts your courses, but also offers collaborative spaces. You can create working groups, share documents and prepare your collective projects. The Moodle mobile app allows you to review even while on the move.
It uses technical cookies to ensure the proper functioning of its services, as well as Matomo for anonymous statistics and Slaask for the online chat service. No advertising or profiling cookie is installed without your explicit consent. You can manage your preferences at any time.
News and updates of the SESAM portal
The SESAM portal is constantly evolving to integrate new features and enhance security. Major updates are announced via your institutional email and posted on the portal home page. We invite you to read these communications to take full advantage of the improvements.
Recently, the interface has been upgraded to provide smoother navigation on mobile. New two-factor authentication modules will gradually be deployed to enhance the protection of your accounts. This optional evolution will become mandatory to access sensitive data.
Check regularly the "News" section of your SESAM space. You will find scheduled maintenance, new available resources and security alerts. For example, the day party is displayed on the welcome, adding a friendly touch to your user experience.
Why SESAM ICP is essential in the digital transformation of the Catholic Institute of Paris
La transformation numérique de l’ICP repose sur une vision claire : offrir à chaque étudiant et personnel un accès simplifié, sécurisé et efficient aux ressources académiques. SESAM incarne cette ambition en réunissant tous les services sous une seule authentification.
Cette centralisation génère des gains de temps considérables : fini la multiplication des identifiants, les recherches d’informations dispersées ou les démarches administratives chronophages. Vous consacrez plus d’énergie à vos études et moins aux contraintes techniques.
Au-delà de la commodité, SESAM participe à la modernisation pédagogique de l’institution. Les enseignants disposent d’outils performants pour enrichir leurs cours, suivre la progression des étudiants et favoriser l’interaction. Cette infrastructure numérique positionne l’ICP comme un établissement d’enseignement supérieur résolument tourné vers l’avenir, capable d’accompagner ses étudiants dans un monde professionnel digitalisé.
