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Mediterranean Institute for Risk, Environment and Sustainable Development (IMREDD) - Nice
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t h e wo r l d o f t o m o r r ow Université Côte d'Azur reflects the energy of the Côte d’A zur, a region famous for its natural beauty and dynamism. The university was created in 2015 by the local leaders of several research centers and major educational institutions who came together to build an institution with exceptional academic potential. Both creative and academically demanding, Université Côte d'Azur already ranks in the top 3% of the world's most elite universities and is one of the 10 major French research-intensive universities.
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DISTINGUISHED BY THE IDEX LABEL OF EXCELLENCE In 2016, Université Côte d'Azur earned the prestigious
Through its UCAJedi project,
Initiative of Excellence label (Idex). This distinction,
Université Côte d'Azur
awarded by an international jury, places the university
is developing tools and
among the top 10 research-intensive universities in
programs in three main areas:
France. It recognizes the university's capacity
research, education
to compete on a global stage and provides
and innovation.
the university with additional resources to further accelerate its growth.
SophiaTech Campus - Sophia Antipolis
Learning center - SophiaTech Campus
E X P E R I M E N TA L UNIVERSITY On January 1, 2020, Université Côte d'Azur was officially recognized as an Experimental University. This new academic status allows the university to develop a bold strategy aimed at closing the gap between education, research and innovation. > Redesigned university structure based on newly-created Graduate Schools of Research (EURs). > Addressing student retention by providing support from high school through undergraduate studies. > New opportunities for public-private partnerships.
Villa Arson - Nice
Excellence
A stronger role
in research as the foundation of the whole structure
as one of the architects of the development of the Côte d'Azur
Ambitious academic programs in tune with the challenges of tomorrow
A vibrant university life for today's students
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Chemical manipulation in a vacuum gas manifold Nice Institute of Chemistry
> a c hieve exc e l l e n c e i n r e s e a r c h Because of the excellence of its research institutions and its potential for innovation, Université Côte d'Azur is the driving force behind an ambitious regional policy.
Anechoic chamber - LEAT
MSHS CocoLab - St Jean d'Angély Campus
EXPLORING NEW RESEARCH OPP ORTUNITIES Renowned national research institutes,
than 50 research units and laboratories
CNRS, INRIA, INSERM, INRAE, IRD, etc.,
within a framework of national
are fully integrated in the university
and international networks.
ecosystem and form the solid foundation
They also play a major role in
of its research activities.
encouraging innovation and boosting
Our researchers are involved in fundamental
the economy of the Côte d'Azur.
and applied research across more
50+
RESEARCH EXCELLENCE AWARDS EACH YEAR
4,000+ PEOPLE INVOLVED IN RESEARCH
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LABORATORIES OF EXCELLENCE (LABEX)
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Côte d'Azur Observatory
COMMITTED TO TRANSDISCIPLINARITY Convinced of the need for transdisciplinarity to explore new areas of research, the university has created 5 Academies of Excellence where researchers from different disciplines can develop novel ways of interacting. The resulting momentum encourages researchers to experiment and cross academic borders, and is conducive to the discovery of new scientific concepts and innovations. While striving for excellence in research, Université 1 1 1 1
ethical principles and maintain scientific integrity.
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SPACE, ENVIRONMENT, RISK AND RESILIENCE
COMPLEXITY AND DIVERSITY OF LIVING SYSTEMS
HUMAN SOCIETIES, IDEAS AND ENVIRONMENTS
INTERDISCIPLINARY INSTITUTE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 3IA Côte d'Azur is one of the 4 Interdisciplinary Institutes of Artificial Intelligence recognized by the French government. 62 partners, including major companies, SMEs and startups are involved in the program of the 3IA Côte d'Azur institute. Its fields of application include health, digital biology and smart territories including autonomous and connected vehicles.
A I I N 4 S T R AT E G I C S C I E N T I F I C A R E A S : > STATISTICS, MACHINE AND DEEP LEARNING > COMPUTATIONAL MEDICINE > COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY AND BIO - INSPIRED AI > SMART AND SECURE TERRITORIES
50 MILLION EUROS OF FUNDING
62
PARTNER COMPANIES CONTRIBUTING €18.7 MILLION
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CHAIR POSITIONS AND 20 MORE IN THE FUTURE
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Olfactometry session – Nice Institute of Chemistry
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FLAVOR, FRAGRANCE AND COSMETICS
HEALTH, WELL - BEING AND AGING
TOURISM
EXPERTISE FOR ENTREPRENEURS AND PROJECT DEVELOPERS To transform proofs of concepts into experimental or operational prototypes, Université Côte d'Azur sets up pre-maturation projects with the support
PA R T N E R S H I P S A N D I N N OVAT I O N P R O J E C T S
of different incubators, accelerators and technology transfer structures. Université Côte d'Azur also
Université Côte d'Azur has established
supports start-ups by:
very active links with various local
> Co-funding projects.
technology sectors.
> Sharing its skills and knowledge.
The university shares its skills
> Providing technological tools
with developing companies by signing
and platforms.
partnership contracts and co-funding innovation projects. As a partner, Université Côte d’Azur brings a unique and customized solution to each innovation project.
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CENTER FOR MODELING, S I M U L AT I O N A N D I N T E R AC T I O N S ( M S I )
One of the major challenges in research and innovation
THE MSI CENTER OFFERS:
both now and in the future will be to acquire expertise
> High-level training programs and
in the methods and tools for modeling, simulating,
strong collaborations with the local
organizing and processing data. Such expertise is
industrial community.
essential in many scientific disciplines and most
> Qualified instructors for workshops
industrial sectors. The MSI center brings together a
on modeling, simulation, data processing,
team of expert engineers who are available to work on
computation and visualization.
research projects that require data processing in the
> Financial support to help laboratories develop
medical field, the humanities and social sciences, and in
transdisciplinary projects with
the sciences of the planet and the universe.
industrial partners.
Mediterranean Institute for Risk, Environment and Sustainable Development (IMREDD) - Nice
K E Y P L AT F O R M S SERVING THE CÔTE D'AZUR Université Côte d'Azur has created Institutes of Innovation and Partnership to promote strong interactions between public research and the diverse range of private sector R&D. These institutes encourage cross-fertilization between research structures and engineers in private companies by helping them to: > Find innovative solutions to meet today's challenges. > Anticipate future needs in different strategic fields of activity.
Extraction of odorant compounds – Nice Institute of Chemistry
I M R E D D : I N N OVAT I O N A N D PA R T N E R S H I P S TO DEVELOP SMART REGIONS The Mediterranean Institute for Risk,
Its activities in the field of
Environment and Sustainable Development
sustainable development and smart
(IMREDD) is at the heart of the cooperation
regions focus on four strategic areas:
between the academic community and the
1. Environment
3. Energy
local public and private sectors.
2. Risks
4. Mobility
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INNOVATION AND PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS PER YEAR
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CONTRIBUTING RESEARCH LABORATORIES
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DEVELOPMENT AND SMART CITY ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
1,200 SQUARE - METER TECHNOLOGICAL PLATFORM
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t o m e e t t o m o r r ow ' s c h a l l e n g e s
300+ DEGREES
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COMPONENT INSTITUTIONS
€10M
INVESTED IN REDESIGNING UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
F R O M B AC H E L O R T O D O C T O R AT E Université Côte d'Azur has embarked on an unprecedented reorganization of its academic programs, and more particularly of the structure of its bachelor’s degrees. Transversal “portals” now overlap several
A N E W WAY O F LEARNING TO DEVELOP N E W TA L E N T S
disciplines, allow students to customize their program and combine teaching units in one core discipline with transversal units.
Multidisciplinary degrees at Université
The bachelor portals are also linked with one
Côte d'Azur have now become
or more of the 8 Graduate Schools which
transdisciplinary to offer students
coordinate the master’s and doctoral programs.
the opportunity to customize
Following the model of graduate schools at
their education and match their skills
major international universities,
with their career plans.
the Université Côte d'Azur Graduate Schools
More than 300 degrees are available
offer an exceptional education closely
in short or long programs, from bachelor
associated with the research projects of
to doctorate level, in the university core
our laboratories. University researchers
or in the schools and institutes that
and local business partners are heavily
belong to the experimental university.
involved in the graduate programs and guarantee a strong focus on research and current societal issues.
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A BROAD RANGE OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY PRO GRAMS Université Côte d'Azur offers degrees in a great variety of disciplines to all types of students: high school graduates, transfer students, international students, but also professionals wishing to enroll in undergraduate programs or continuing education. The university is constantly improving the quality of its teaching: reduced class sizes, state-of-the-art teaching equipment, effective distance learning solutions, individual student assistance and many other measures to provide a successful learning experience.
IMREDD students
49 MASTER’S DEGREES
150 TRACKS
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BACHELOR’S DEGREES
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PROFESSIONAL BACHELOR’S DEGREES
6
DOCTORAL SCHOOLS
UNIVERSITY L I B R A R I E S S E RV I N G STUDENTS The university has several libraries located on its different campuses. Their extensive catalog covers all the fields of study and research at Université Côte d’Azur and includes a large selection of printed collections and online resources available remotely 24/7. The libraries also offer fully equipped study rooms where students can work alone or in groups. University library of the Saint Jean d'Angély campus
ENTREPRENEURSHIP T O C R E AT E AND CONNECT TA L E N T S The new academic programs at Université Côte d'Azur strongly encourage all types of entrepreneurship.
Invent@UCA
The INVENT@UCA project,
E N S U R I N G U N D E R G R A D UAT E
recipient of a “Disrupt' Campus” grant, is a co-design program that
SUCCESS
promotes digital innovation and entrepreneurship. The program brings together multidisciplinary teams of professionals, academics and students drawn from a network of 50 universities and 750,000
Université Côte d'Azur created the L@UCA program to help students successfully complete their bachelor's degree and find a job. A national "Investment of the Future" grant of 10 million euros was received to redesign the bachelor programs.
students around the world to work on real-life examples aimed at developing innovative, pertinent and sustainable solutions.
A T H R E E - F O L D T R A N S F O R M AT I O N PROVIDE
BETTER CAREER GUIDANCE TO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
>
INTRODUCE
MODULAR DEGREE PROGRAMS THAT CAN BE CUSTOMIZED TO PROVIDE MORE FLEXIBILITY
>
ALLOW
STUDENTS TO PUT THE SKILLS THEY HAVE ACQUIRED INTO PRACTICE
LIFE-LONG LEARNING: FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS SUITED TO THE BUSINESS WORLD The aim of life-long learning at Université Côte d'Azur is to be sensitive and respond to the urgent needs of the business world well beyond the borders of the Côte d'Azur. A wide range of experts contribute their services to help professionals earn a degree or have their prior learning recognized. A particularly strong emphasis is placed on short-term degree programs which meet the needs expressed by sectors with very high added value.
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lasting international links A key focus of Université Côte d’A zur’s strategy is to work closely with the local community to achieve international recognition of the university’s activities and name.
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EUROPEAN PROJECTS LINKED TO THE CÔTE D'AZUR Europe at the heart of the university's
OUTREACH TO THE SOUTH AND TO FRENCH - SPEAKING COUNTRIES
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS Université Côte d'Azur has developed close partnerships with institutions
international strategy
> Université Côte d'Azur is engaged in
that share its values.
The "Maison de l'Europe et des
research and academic activities with
> In Europe: as part of
Territoires" was created to be the single
universities and research institutions
cross-border relations with Italian
entry point that prepares and submits
located around the Mediterranean,
higher education institutions.
European project proposals and helps
and in Vietnam (Da Nang), India
> In Eastern Europe:
manage Erasmus+ projects.
(Bangalore), Chile (Santiago) and the
the French-Russian University.
Caribbean (Haiti).
> In Canada: Université Laval. > In North America: Utah.
Strengthen cooperation and boost attractiveness around the
> University networks are being
> In South America: Chile.
Mediterranean
developed to strengthen cooperation
> In India.
A partnership was formed with Italian
with the South, in particular with the
universities to organize and develop
Franco-Tunisian University for Africa
high-level cross-border academic and
and the Mediterranean.
research activities. Ulysseus, a new agile and innovative European university Université Côte d'Azur has formed an alliance with other European
UNIVERSITE L AVA L
universities to establish a European university equipped to meet the major
The partnership between Université Laval and Université Côte d'Azur,
European societal challenges of the
which began in 2015, has grown into a tight and fruitful collaboration
future. Coordinated by the University
between faculty, researchers and students on both sides of the Atlantic.
of Seville, other partners in the alliance include the University of Genoa (Italy),
Shared projects:
Université Côte d'Azur (France),
- 3 teaching leadership chairs.
the Management Center Innsbruck
- Partnership in 7 research projects with the special support
(Austria), the Technical University
of the Sentinelle Nord program.
of Košice (Slovakia) and the
- 1 center monitoring the uses and impacts of Artificial Intelligence.
Haaga-Helia University of Applied
- 1 International Joint Research Unit.
Sciences (Finland).
INTERNATIONAL OPP ORTUNITIES FOR ALL
INTERNATIONAL CAMPUSES DEDICATED TO APPLIED RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Innovative and inclusive international
When physical travel is not possible
projects encourage both incoming
for students or faculty, the university
and outgoing student and faculty
develops virtual mobility projects
exchanges.
for them with partner institutions in Europe or outside Europe.
Université Côte d'Azur is investing in new international campuses which aim to respond to some of the societal and regional challenges of the host countries. > Balkan Institute of Science and Innovation in Montenegro.
WELCOMING NEW
> Da Nang International Institute
TA L E N T
of Technology in Vietnam. > Franco-Tunisian University for Africa and the Mediterranean in Tunisia.
The Welcome Center is available to assist doctoral students, researchers and faculty members, together with their families, as they settle in France. Practical support for a successful move: > Individual assistance with administrative formalities. > Solutions for everyday problems. > Short- and long-term housing. > French lessons.
20% 100+ 700+ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
NATIONALITIES REPRESENTED
COOPERATING INSTITUTIONS IN 68 COUNTRIES
60+ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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Camille, Université Côte d'Azur student, French 400-meter hurdles champion and elite athlete
A STRONG EMPHASIS ON AT H L E T I C S A N D C U LT U R E Students, faculty and staff can engage in more than 50 sports activities in the university's many sports facilities, but also from the sea to the mountains. The university actively promotes high-level university competitions. Université Côte d'Azur is also sensitive to the cultural and artistic development of its student body. It strongly supports the cultural and artistic events organized by the 6 art schools that belong to the university: Centre National de Création Musicale
ÉCOLE RÉGIONALE D'ACTEURS DE CANNES & MARSEILLE
> find
your community Université Côte d'Azur seeks to create a favorable environment and develop a dynamic, warm and thriving community life on each campus. Université Côte d'Azur offers a wide and diverse range of cultural, sports and volunteering activities year-round on all of its campuses.
E N C O U R AG E VO L U N T E E R I N G IN COMMUNITY PROJECTS The Engagement Center centralizes volunteering opportunities in collaboration with the local community. Projects are designed to help students develop their skills while making a difference to issues that matter to them. Students can sign up for activities or find space
AN INCLUSIVE U N I V E R S I T Y T H AT RESPECTS DIVERSITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
on campus for their own projects via the digital
Université Côte d'Azur is committed
A WIDE RANGE OF VOLUNTEERING
to a proactive policy of inclusion,
POSSIBILITIES
promoting gender equality, fighting
> With recognized international organizations:
against all forms of discrimination, and supporting people with disabilities. Students and staff work side by side in projects to improve the environment
engagement platform. They can also earn extra course credit with the Engagement Bonus.
UNICEF, Amnesty International, etc. > With approved non-profits: AFEV, French Red Cross, Secours Populaire, etc. > In local projects dealing with societal issues
in general, and more specifically
(sustainable development, international
to make their campus and laboratory
cooperation, etc.).
eco-responsible.
> In community or citizenship projects organized by Université Côte d'Azur or its community partners.
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i n a n exc e p t i o n a l s e t t i n g Université Côte d'Azur is synonymous with its location. Along with Paris, the Côte d'Azur is the most famous region of France, known for the beauty and diversity of its landscapes. With its medieval villages and legendary towns nestled between mountain and sea, the Côte d'Azur is totally unique.
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Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport
Served by the second largest airport in France, it welcomes 14 million tourists each year and hosts artistic, professional and sporting events of international scope. It is an example of successful globalization and a region that represents the whole world and its many nationalities, an avant-garde region with unexpected but globally recognized industrial and technological achievements. The Côte d'Azur is known for its atmosphere and art de vivre typical of the South of France.
While the high quality of life it offers is one
It is proud of its unique culture and is recognized
of the reasons for its success, its ability to attract
worldwide as a place where creators find inspiration
and train talent is now its primary asset. Université
more than anywhere else. It also has the capacity to
Côte d'Azur has become one of the major elements
organize events with a global outreach such as the
in the region's winning formula and one of the
Cannes International Film Festival.
strongest drivers of its development.
Soft mobility on the SophiaTech campus
SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, THE LARGEST TECHNOLO GY HUB IN EUROPE The Côte d'Azur is home to Sophia Antipolis, the largest center for innovative technology companies in Europe. For the last 50 years, it has attracted the R&D teams of the world's largest multinationals while pursuing a very ambitious start-up development policy.
2,500 38,000 COMPANIES
EMPLOYEES
5,6
BILLION EUROS IN REVENUE
SophiaTech Campus - Sophia Antipolis
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The Alps
Alpes Maritimes Natural Park
ISOLA 2000
FRANCE
VENTIMIGLIA
Verdon Regional Natural Park
MENTON GRASSE JACQUES LIONS CAMPUS
MONACO
NICE
NICE CÔTE D'AZUR AIRPORT
SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS
S O P H I AT E C H
CANNES BASTIDE ROUGE
DRAGUIGNAN INSPE
SAINT TROPEZ
LA SEYNE/MER
Mediterranean Sea
INSPE
TOULON-HYÈRES AIRPORT
GRASSE
SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS
CANNES
NICE
MONACO
MENTON
PA S T E U R
MONACO
MONT GROS
VA L R O S E
INSPE
HELIPORT MONACO
INSPE NICE
VILLA ARSON
S T J E A N D ' A N G E LY CIRM L'ARCHET CARLONE S TA P S
Golfe des Saint-Hospice
IFMK
T R O TA B A S
FA B R O N
ÉCO CAMPUS
Baie des Anges
NICE NICE CÔTE D’AZUR AIRPORT
S ITES THEMES RESEARCH STRUCTURES Valrose
Science and Technology, Life Sciences
Trotabas
Law and Political Science, Institute for 5 Peace and Development Law
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Literature, Languages, Art and Communication;
Carlone 3 Humanities and Social Sciences; Psychology St Jean d’Angély
Economics, Management, Dentistry, 9 Center for Humanities and Social Sciences
Fabron
Business Administration and Management, Marketing Techniques, Electrical and Industrial Engineering, IT
Pasteur
Health, Medicine
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Teacher Training
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IFMK
Physical Therapy
STAPS
Sports Science
Éco campus
IMREDD 1
Villa Arson
Art School
CIRM
Musical Creation
Bastide Rouge
Creative Industries, Journalism, Acting
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Quality, Industrial and Organizational Logistics; Information and Communication; SophiaTech 8 Telecom Networks; Engineering; Statistics and Business Intelligence
Campus Jacques Lions
Flavor, Fragrance and Cosmetics
Menton
Social Services
INSPE Draguignan
Teacher Training
INSPE Seyne-sur-mer
Teacher Training
Mont-Gros, Caussols, Calern
Côte d'Azur Observatory
Archet
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Centre National de Création Musicale
ÉCOLE RÉGIONALE D'ACTEURS DE CANNES & MARSEILLE
P U B L I C S C I E N T I F I C A N D T EC H N I C A L R E S E A R C H E S TA B L I S H M E N T S
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