AgroParisTech is a higher education teaching and research institute (’Grande Ecole’) in the fields of agronomic sciences and techniques, the agri-food sector, forestry, management of spaces and natural resources and land management and development.
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About
History
Founded on January 1st 2007 by the three following Graduate Institutes in Science and Engineering:
- INA P-G - Institut National Agronomique Paris-Grignon
- ENGREF – Ecole Nationale du Génie Rural, des Eaux et des Forêts
- ENSIA – Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Industries Agricoles et Alimentaires
Education
The “Grandes Ecoles” are the best rated pathways for higher education in Engineering and Management.
- Graduate school deliver degrees starting at master level
- A very selective admission process through which students are either admitted by a nationwide entrance exam or by the virtue of excellent academic records
- 5 years (Master’s degrees) to 8 years (PhD and post-Master’s degrees) of higher education
- The degree course at the “Grandes Ecoles” includes compulsory internships in laboratories and companies, in France or abroad
- The prestige of the “Grandes Ecoles” and its contacts with major enterprises provide an easy access to the job market
Research
AgroParisTech’s research activity is consistent with a dual approach of academic excellence and engineering research. It contributes to research in the areas of agricultural issues, forestry, food and the environment of tomorrow.
Areas of research- Living systems
- Agroecosystems, forests, landscapes
- Natural resources
- Food, nutrition and health
- Carbon materials, synthons, energy
- Social systems
The combination of these two strategic orientations enables the institute to ensure:
- the quality and diversity of teaching materials, necessary to achieve its teaching objectives
- conditions favorable to the fulfillment of the research mission of its staff
- national and international recognition
Career
The vast majority of the chief executives in major French companies and of top managers in the French Administration are graduates from the “Grandes Ecoles”.
- 50% of our students are hired before they graduate
- 200 research contrats signed per year
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University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2017
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2016
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2015
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Services
Student services
A guide for students at AgroParisTech has been created especially for international students. The Students’ International Club organises a “Buddy” system for international students and assist them in their arrival in France and their integration. In particular offers the Reception Office for Mobile Students to welcome the students and to help them from the day they arrive (help with the formalities, inform on cultural gaps and proposes to each one, during their stay, language courses and leisure activities…).
Housing services
AgroParisTech provides accommodation to international students (they have a priority over the French students). AgroParisTech is able to provide rooms to students spread over different campuses:
- Paris Campus
- Grignon Campus
- Nancy Campus
- Massy Campus
Medical services
- Degree-seeking students must subscribe to the national insurance to a student insurance.
- Non-degree seeking students take out a health insurance from their country. European Economic Area and Switzerland nationals, there is an European health insurance card.
Student Life
Campus life
For information about living and studying in France, the major website where you can find useful information is CampusFrance (English version available): it provides information about cost of living, visa and residence permits requirements, accomodation, cost of living, etc.
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Student Reviews
Fipdes - live changing
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Fipdes program is one of the best programs which I could participate. It enables you to learn about food in a different perspektive and the program does not stops at university. It is actually a live experience that you should not miss. If you are interested in Food and openminded start to apply now!
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Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
I have experience I computer science analysis of water quality
Nutrition
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I decided to continue my studies in engineering school to open myself to other disciplines such as marketing, management or sensory analysis. I like to explore different areas and I am especially attracted by the area of nutrition and all its related medical issues.