Academic units: schools, colleges, and institutes

We have structured our educational programs around seven major academic units. These units are designed to encompass education, lifelong learning, research, and innovation. Each has its own governance structure, as well as financial and human resources.

École en sciences sociales et des territoires, Université Grenoble Alpes (ESST - UGA)

ESST brings together expertise in law, economics, urban planning, and geography. With more than 8,300 students, it fosters an interdisciplinary approach, combining legal, economic, and territorial perspectives to analyze and support the major transformations taking place in our societies and their environments. By combining academic excellence, professional expertise, and a strong regional focus, ESST trains the decision-makers, experts, and agents of change that our societies need to address contemporary challenges: social and technological change, ecological and energy transitions, regional planning, and evolving economic models.

The components of the ESST:

École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Grenoble, Université Grenoble Alpes (ENSAG – UGA)

ENSAG-UGA contributes to fulfilling the public service missions of higher education in the field of architecture and participates in national strategies for higher education and research, as well as in consortia of higher education institutions. It ensures respect for architectural, landscape, and cultural diversity, and is dedicated to providing initial and continuing education throughout the careers of professionals in architecture, urban planning, regional planning, and landscape architecture.

For more information:
Visit the ENSAG - UGA website

École universitaire de technologie, Université Grenoble Alpes (EUT - UGA)

Born from the merger of the IUTs of Grenoble and Valence, the IUT - UGA is now a pillar of professional training within Université Grenoble Alpes. Operating across the Isère, Drôme, and Ardèche departments, it supports nearly 7,000 students, employees, and job seekers in successfully completing their study projects. From the bachelor's to the master's level, the IUT offers practical pathways tailored to the needs of the job market, emphasizing work-study programs, international opportunities, and personalized support. By bridging individual aspirations with the expectations of regional employers, the school establishes itself as an essential driver of economic dynamism and employability in its region.

For more information:
Visit the EUT - UGA website

The components of the EUT-UGA:

Faculté Humanités, Santé, Sport, Sociétés, Université Grenoble Alpes (H3S - UGA)

The H3S Faculty brings together eight programs of excellence to explore the human experience in all its facets. By breaking down barriers between fields as diverse as health, sports, and the social sciences, this unique structure places interculturalism and international openness at the heart of its priorities. Its ambition is to offer students an innovative research and learning environment, while making the Francophonie a driving force for global influence to address the major challenges facing our society.

For more information:
Visit the H3S - UGA Faculty website

The components of the H3S School:

Faculté des sciences, Université Grenoble Alpes (Faculté des sciences - UGA)

The Faculty of Sciences at UGA offers its 5,000 students a wide range of top-quality programs, ranging from mathematics to biology, including computer science and environmental sciences. Led by a team of 600 faculty members and supported by state-of-the-art research laboratories, the faculty prepares future graduates for the careers of tomorrow, whether through direct entry into the workforce after completing a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or by pursuing a Ph.D. Thanks to close ties with the business world and pathways to other fields such as engineering and healthcare, the faculty ensures that every student gains a solid scientific foundation and a path tailored to their ambitions.

For more information: 
Visit the Faculty of Sciences website - UGA

The departments of the College of Sciences - UGA:

Grenoble INP, Institut d'ingénierie et de management, Université Grenoble Alpes (Grenoble INP - UGA)

Grenoble INP - UGA is a public institution of higher education and research that supports developments in the socio-economic sphere. Recognized for its scientific excellence, innovation, and social engagement, it plays a key role in addressing societal and environmental challenges, contributing to a sustainable world. The institute trains specialized and responsible students at its eight engineering and management schools and conducts cutting-edge research in some 40 laboratories in France and abroad.

For more information:
Visit the Grenoble INP - UGA website

The schools of Grenoble INP - UGA:

Sciences Po Grenoble, Institut d'études politiques, Université Grenoble Alpes (Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA)

Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA offers an ambitious five-year academic program designed to train the decision-makers of tomorrow. The institute stands out for the multidisciplinary nature of its curriculum (political science, law, economics, management, history, sociology, and languages), its focus on international engagement, and the strength of its research in the social sciences.

For more information:
Visit the Sciences Po Grenoble - UGA website

Cross-cutting units

Published on August 22, 2025
Updated on June 17, 2026