Introduction

Agro Paris Tech is the National Institute of Life and Environmental Engineering (l'Institut des sciences et industries du vivant et de l'environnement), one of the top engineering schools in France in the field of life, food and environmental sciences, and a member of the ParisTech Group.

Overview

Number of students and faculty: There are about 2,420 students, including 420 doctoral students, and about 230 faculty members.

Campus distribution: There are 9 campuses in total, 4 of which are located in Paris and the Greater Paris area, and also in Nancy, Montpellier, Kourou and other places. The campus in the Paris area will move to a single campus of Paris-Saclay University in 2021.

History

Agro Paris Tech was formed in 2007 by the merger of three long-established higher education institutions in the field of life sciences:

The National Agricultural School (Institut national agronomique Paris-Grignon, INA-PG), whose predecessor was founded in 1826 It is one of the best schools in France in agriculture, with a relatively complete range of majors.

The National School of Forestry, Water and Environment (École nationale du génie rural, des eaux et des forêts, ENGREF), founded in 1824, has advantages in water, forestry, and environmental management.

The National Higher School of Agriculture and Food Industries (École nationale supérieure des industries agricoles et alimentaires, ENSIA), founded in 1893.

Established in 2007.

School Strength

Teaching Quality: Academic education covers engineering degree, master's degree and doctoral degree courses. The professional settings are closely centered on the fields of life, food and environmental sciences. The courses focus on combining theory with practice. Through internships, project practices and other links, students' practical operation and problem-solving abilities are cultivated, and graduates have strong competitiveness in the job market.

Faculty: It has a team of highly qualified teachers, including 230 teachers and researchers. They not only have a deep academic background, but also have rich practical experience, and can provide students with professional guidance and cutting-edge industry insights.

Scientific Research Level: As a research-intensive college, Agro Paris Tech has 39 research laboratories and 300 researchers. It conducts in-depth research in six fields, including life sciences, agriculture, forestry and land sciences, food health, natural resources, energy, synthetic fibers and carbon materials science, and social sciences. It also cooperates extensively with institutions such as the French National Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA), the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) and other universities to jointly promote scientific research innovation.

Institutional Nature

A public higher education institution, belonging to the French "Grande Ecole" (Grande Ecole École) system.

Educational philosophy

Committed to cultivating professionals who can meet global challenges and create a sustainable future, by providing high-quality education and training, students will have solid professional knowledge, innovation ability and social responsibility, and can play an important role in the fields of life, food and environmental sciences, and contribute to protecting the earth's ecological environment, ensuring human health and promoting sustainable development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The college has a number of key laboratories in cooperation with national scientific research institutions, covering a variety of fields from basic research to applied research, such as agricultural biotechnology laboratories, environmental science and engineering laboratories, food science and nutrition laboratories, etc., providing researchers and students with advanced research facilities and a good research environment.

Key disciplines: Its key disciplines include agronomy, forestry, water conservancy, environmental science and engineering, life science and health, food and bioproducts science and engineering, social sciences, economics, management science, modeling: mathematics, informatics and physics, etc. These disciplines have significant advantages in teaching and scientific research, and are in a leading position or have a high reputation internationally.

Departments

Agro Paris Tech has 5 teaching and research departments, namely ：

Department of Agronomy, Forestry, Water Conservancy, Environmental Science and Engineering: Focuses on education and research in the fields of agriculture, forestry, water resources management, and environmental science and engineering, cultivates professionals in related fields, and carries out cutting-edge scientific research projects.

Department of Life Sciences and Health: Covers basic research in life sciences and applied research related to human health, such as biotechnology, medicine, nutrition, etc., and is committed to improving the quality of life and health of human beings.

Department of Food and Bioproduct Science and Engineering: Mainly engaged in teaching and scientific research in food science, food engineering, and bioproduct research and development, cultivates high-quality professionals for the food industry, and promotes the innovation and development of food technology.

Department of Social Sciences, Economics, and Management Sciences: Focuses on the application of social sciences, economics, and management sciences in the fields of agriculture, food, and the environment, cultivates management talents with comprehensive qualities, and provides decision-making support for the sustainable development of related industries.

Modeling: Department of Mathematics, Informatics, and Physics: Provides education and research support for basic disciplines such as mathematics, informatics, and physics, provides theoretical basis and technical means for the development of other disciplines, and also cultivates professionals in related fields.

Ranking

2014: QS ranked it 34th in the world for its major in agriculture and forestry.

2016: QS ranked it 5th.

2017: Ranked 9th in the world in the QS "Agriculture and Forestry Major" ranking.

2018: QS ranked it 10th.

2020: In the French "Le Figaro" ranking of engineering schools, it ranked first in France in "Agriculture-Biology Major"; QS World University ranked it third in Europe in this field and fourth in the world in "Agriculture and Forestry Major".

Expenses

Tuition fees vary depending on the major and degree level. Generally speaking, the tuition fees for engineering degree courses are relatively low, the tuition fees for master's degree courses are around several thousand euros per year, and doctoral degree programs usually have scholarships and other funding opportunities. For specific fees, please refer to the latest information on the school's official website.

Campus

Campus environment: The architectural styles of each campus are diverse, integrating historical and modern elements. The campus is tree-lined and the environment is beautiful. The campus is equipped with complete teaching facilities, scientific research equipment and living facilities, such as libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums, canteens, dormitories, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions.

Campus culture: The school pays attention to campus culture construction, organizes various colorful cultural activities, academic lectures, sports events, etc., promotes exchanges and cooperation among students, and enriches students' extracurricular life. In addition, the school also actively encourages students to participate in international exchange programs, expand their international horizons, and enhance their international competitiveness.