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Joining Forces to Maximize Impact

Faced with the major challenges of our time, no institution can act alone. Located at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant innovation ecosystems, Université Grenoble Alpes bridges the gap between education, research, and innovation in a model that is unique in France. Our ability to bring together academic, scientific, institutional, and socioeconomic stakeholders in the region, to coordinate our goals, and to foster the development of transformative projects enables us to create the conditions under which the knowledge, innovations, and talent that society needs are developed.
 
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A shared vision

At the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic research and innovation ecosystems, the Université Grenoble Alpes brings together the academic, scientific, and technological resources of our region and fosters a unique collective dynamic that enables Grenoble Alpes—with just 0.5% of France’s population—to account for nearly 5% of the nation’s research output.

Academic Units

ESST Logo, School of Social and Territorial SciencesLogo of ENSAG, the National School of Architecture of GrenobleEUT Logo, University School of TechnologyLogo of the H3S School of Humanities, Health, Sports, and SocietyLogo of the Faculty of ScienceGrenoble INP LogoSciences Po Logo
École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Grenoble - UGA, Grenoble INP - UGA, and Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA are constituent institutions.

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57 000
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14 000
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schools, colleges, and institutes
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The seal and motto of the "Université Grenoble Alpes " since 1339

History and Heritage

Since its founding in 1339, our institution has embodied the defense of academic freedom—the freedom to research, create, and share knowledge. Our motto, Veritas Liberabit—“Truth shall set you free”—is not merely a legacy of the past; it is a daily commitment. By honoring this legacy, we give meaning to our ambitions in research and teaching, thereby providing our community with a solid foundation to meet the challenges of the future.
 
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Our Campuses

Located primarily in the Grenoble metropolitan area, Université Grenoble Alpes has 15 campuses, including one in Valence. Whether small and intimate or large-scale, discover our campuses, which are situated close to places of learning, research, student life, and nature. 
 
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Working at Université Grenoble Alpes means joining a vibrant campus and a university ranked among the top 6 French higher education institutions. With a wealth and diversity of skills, career management, and a high quality of work life, come join our 14,000 staff members!
 
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