Claude Bernard University Lyon 1
Claude Bernard University Lyon 1 has reached excellence in the fields of higher education and research. The high academic level in a wide variety of subjects ranging from the health sciences to science, technology and sport studies means that Lyon 1 can count itself among the best of French and European universities. University Lyon 1 is a welcoming university, with trainings as close as possible to the needs of the society. University Lyon 1 offers more than 300 degree-granting programs in Health, Sciences, Technology and Sports. About 80 % of the students are registered in vocational trainings and it is not less than 9250 diplomas that the university delivers every year. University Lyon 1 welcomes this year 40 000 students, among which 10,5 % are foreign students representative of 134 nationalities.
Lyon 1 chooses the improvement of the quality of teaching as one of its priorities. This work takes place through a specific department which is a national et European leader in the accompaniment of the teachers. Educational innovations (serious games), multimedia resources creations (3D animations) or the development and use of a web educational platform (Spiral Connect and soon Claroline Connect) are different illustrations of their work. Researches led in the 69 research laboratories of the University Lyon 1 generate more than 4500 international publications a year and 40 patent registrations, what makes Lyon 1 the first French university for patent registrations. University Lyon 1, which has 13 locations throughout the French Region Rh?ne-Alpes, greatly contributes to the development of this Region through its partnerships with local and national firms and regional political institutions. University Lyon offers an active and rewarding life student experience through a large amount of cultural, sports and physical activities. More than fifty clubs spread over the different campuses reflects the involvement of students and the quality of life at Claude Bernard University Lyon 1. Its main locations in Lyon also offer the cultural and sport opportunities of a dynamic European city. In Lyon, the past is classified in the world heritage by the UNESCO and the city develops by looking resolutely towards the future. Houses, companies and spaces of leisure activities make every district a lively area. Overall, Lyon is a city where the life is pleasant and the nature never very far. Lyon 1 is highly committed to develop international partnerships on every continent.
Foundation year: 1971
Short name: Universite Lyon 1
Type: Public
Students: 27410
Faculty: 2110
Faculty/Students Ratio: 13:1
Region: Europe
Location: Lyon
