International policy is at the heart of Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA's pedagogical and scientific project.
This internationalization begins with our students. In the second year, all our Bachelor's students take part in a general academic mobility program with one of our partner universities, while some of our Master's students take part in specialization programs or internships abroad. Conversely, each year Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA welcomes equivalent numbers of international students in its Bachelor and Master programs. This is why, throughout the academic year, some fifty nationalities live together at Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA.
This internationalization also concerns our teaching and research staff. They carry out numerous international assignments by invitation or as part of specific programs. Conversely, every year Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA welcomes around thirty professors and researchers by invitation, as part of a call for proposals for teaching mobility or through other special programs. This is why, throughout the academic year, there are always one or more Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA professors on assignment abroad, as well as one or more visiting professors at Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA.
To achieve these objectives, Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA:
is implementing strengthened cooperation in three priority geographical areas: Europe (Germany, Spain, Italy, United Kingdom); the Middle East and North Africa; Latin America;
is developing an international teaching program entirely in English, enabling all international students to be fully welcomed at Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA even if they do not speak French;
teaches 5 languages: German, English, Arabic, Spanish, Italian and French as a foreign language (FLE);
and, above all, has an international network of over 170 partners on five continents, which you can discover on this site...
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Université Grenoble Alpes: a public research establishment
Université Grenoble Alpes, Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA, Grenoble INP and École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Grenoble (ENSAG) joined forces on January 1, 2020 to form a single university with strong international influence. Their ambitious vision is guided by a set of shared values: openness, diversity and social and environmental responsibility.
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Why choose Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA?
Located at the heart of the campus and welcoming 1,800 students from all regions of France and 150 international exchange students from over 100 partner institutions worldwide, Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA is a prestigious center for teaching and research in the social and political sciences. Admission to the Institute is by competitive examination, and students generally follow a five-year study program leading to a Master's degree in one of 15 areas of specialization, including European Studies, Non-Governmental and Intergovernmental Organizations, Comparative Politics, Social Economics, Public Policy, Arts Administration, Journalism, Public Opinion Studies and Research, Latin American Studies, and Legal and Financial Management.
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International cooperation is at the heart of the Institute's mission; all Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA students study or complete an internship abroad before graduating. The new international students arriving each year are therefore a source of great interest. Even if you're only here for a short time, you'll be perfectly integrated into our community and the life of the Institute, and we'll do everything we can to make your stay as enriching as possible. The International Relations Office and the Student Union welcome you to Grenoble, help you settle in and support you throughout your stay. We also encourage you to get involved in clubs, sports and other extracurricular activities, as these are often the best way to make lasting friendships while studying abroad.
Why study in Grenoble?
Capital of the French Alps, Grenoble is ranked France's best student city by national magazines L'Étudiant and L'Express, and is, after Paris, the preferred destination for students choosing to study abroad. Grenoble is also the leading centre for public research after Paris, with an established international reputation in several fields, including political science and the social sciences.
In addition to its wide range of academic offerings, Grenoble University boasts a beautifully landscaped 450-hectare campus on the banks of the Isère River. Just ten minutes by public transport or bicycle from the lively city center, the campus offers a wealth of facilities, including five libraries, an Olympic-size swimming pool, playing fields, tennis courts and more.
From the campus, you can also enjoy breathtaking views of the three mountain ranges that rise to 3,000 meters: the Vercors, the Chartreuse and the snow-capped peaks of Belledonne, with the famous Chamrousse ski resort at its peak, just thirty minutes from Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA. Grenoble is therefore ideally situated to take advantage of the region's great natural beauty and its many sporting and outdoor activities.
Grenoble is also a perfect location if you want to travel. Two hours by train from Geneva, three from Turin, three from the Mediterranean coast... and of course only three hours from Paris by TGV, Grenoble is close to three international airports offering direct connections to London, Berlin, Rome, Madrid and more.
Grenoble's cultural scene is particularly dynamic, with modern dance and theater companies, the Maison de la Culture, and numerous popular festivals and celebrations, including the Grenoble Jazz Festival, the European Theater Festival, the International Short Film Festival, and Les 38e Rugissants, a unique festival of new and nomadic music. The Musée d'art de Grenoble and many other museums and galleries also offer a wide range of artistic experiences.
Grenoble is a city that combines urban and outdoor activities. As you stroll through the streets and squares, the many markets will awaken your senses, and you can also enjoy the many attractive boutiques, museums and cinemas, or sunbathe on the terrace of a café or in a park with a superb view of the mountains. Perhaps you'd prefer to go hiking, cycling or skiing. Whatever your preference, you'll always find something interesting to do or discover.
Who we are
Find out more about the Institute
Founded in 1948, Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA is one of nine French Instituts d'Etudes Politiques under the aegis of the Fondation Nationale des Sciences Politiques. Its rigorous and highly selective admissions process makes it one of France's leading schools.
Since members of the Institute - professors, administrative staff, students or fellow academics, and even journalists - have always called it Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA, we have decided to make this name official.
A taste for action, scientific rigor, intellectual agility, moral rectitude... These are the qualities that Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA instills in all its programs to train brilliant, competent and responsible decision-makers. Within this framework, it is up to each student to find his or her own intellectual and personal vocation.
Science Po's graduate programs focus on professional specialization, while its undergraduate programs offer a mix of humanities and social sciences, and focus on the main issues addressed in political science.
Students are also encouraged to undertake internships - in France or abroad - and to complement the academic culture they experience at Sciences Po with exposure to other forms of social and professional culture elsewhere.
Personalized advice
Students receive personalized advice at every stage of their training, and optional courses enable them to set their own goals. There's plenty of opportunity for exchange with teachers, and the Institute's pedagogical approach favors small working groups.
High-quality facilities
A library with some 120,000 volumes and 2,400 periodicals, connected to the main research networks. A press room, over a hundred free-access computers, Wifi... Students benefit from a working environment that enables them to respond effectively to the demands of their academic programs.
IDEX project partnership: Université Grenoble Alpes - The world-class university of innovation
The IDEX project aims to create a single world-class university: Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA), which will strengthen our ability to attract leading researchers and students, develop cutting-edge research and competitive curricula, and promote a specific identity focused on innovation. UGA is a fully integrated institution, with common research and education strategies and clear decision-making processes.
Excellent qualifications lead to a wide range of career opportunities
Sciences Po's degrees deserve their excellent reputation and open the door to a multitude of career opportunities. The Institute's alumni - members of a very active alumni association - today hold executive positions in national public administrations, local authorities and companies. Many also work in political institutions, the media and international organizations. Some graduates prefer to prepare for administrative competitive examinations (ENA) or a doctorate.
A European-level research center
Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA is a leading research center in the fields of political, administrative and social sciences. The PACTE laboratory (Politiques publiques, Action politique, Territoires) is one of France's leading research units. It is home to some 250 researchers.
Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA in figures
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Master's programs
100 +
Members of administrative, technical and library staff
700
Teachers and professionals
2200