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University-Wide Partner Universities

 

Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon (INSA Lyon)
Lyon, France

Website: http://www.insa-lyon.fr/

 

Institution Profile
 

Located in the premises of the Science and Technology Park of la Doua in Villeurbanne, INSA Lyon is ranked among the top universities in Science and Technology in Europe.

INSA Lyon has set its sights to consolidate its position as one of the best Technological Higher Education Establishments in Europe. The University places pedagogical innovations at the core of its training programme, in order to produce engineers who possess qualities of innovation and entrepreneurship.

 
Academics
Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Early September to Late January
Semester 2: Early February to Late June

Curriculum Structure

The education is divided into two parts:

The first cycle, which is a highly selective part of the studies and which aims at giving the basis for future engineering studies,

The second cycle, for which the students have the choice of 12 specialties. The future engineer chooses a specialisation here, and then has the possibility to pursue a PhD.

Medium of Instruction for Classes

French, with a limited number of courses in English and tutoring for projects available in English.

Faculties/Schools
 
  • Computer science,
  • Biochemistry,
  • Bioinformatics,
  • Civil engineering and urbanism,
  • Electrical/Electronic engineering,
  • Energy engineering and environment,
  • Mechanical engineering and design,
  • Mechanical engineering and development,
  • Mechanical engineering and plasturgy processes,
  • Industrial engineering,
  • Materials science and engineering,
  • Telecommunications
 
SEP Application
Restrictions for Exchange Students

Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links.

NUS Application Deadline

Please check with SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.

 
Accommodations
Housing Options

A total of eleven Halls, divided into two categories, are available at INSA Lyon. The first category is referred to as traditional halls of residence, with shared rooms for two students. The second category of Halls is called new residences, where larger flats which offer more comfort are available for students. All rooms are furnished (bed, desk, chair, wardrobe or cupboard) and are equipped with a kitchenette (refrigerator and hotplate).

 
Visa & Insurance
Consular/Visa Regulation
Health/Medical Insurance

All students must be covered by French National Student Health Insurance (Sécurité sociale) in order to qualify for full-time student status.

As full time students you will be required by French law to adhere to the national social security system for your health coverage. The cost is low, and allows you access to all doctors. It is recommended that you pay a minimal extra fee for complementary insurance so that your coverage will be 100%.

Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the university’s insurance policies.

 
Cost of Living
Estimated Monthly Living Expenses
Breakdown of Costs
Euros
Accommodation
285 - 485
Food
68 - 176
Transport
26
Insurance
20
Others (Entertainment, Clothes)
100 - 120
Monthly Estimate
499 - 827


Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the estimated costs of living.

 
Additional Information
Useful Links
 
More Questions?
 

Module Mapping, Course Selections & Application

Please check with your SEP Administrator/Coordinator in the Dean's Office.

 

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