Diplôme d'ingénieur agronome (Agronomist Engineering degree) at L'Institut Agro

The agronomist engineering degree of L'Institut Agro Rennes-Angers (one of five French schools awarding the diplôme d'ingénieur agronome) trains generalist engineers of living systems in their environment, with a sustainable-development approach to resources and territories. It is delivered on the Rennes campus.

Faculty: L'Institut Agro Rennes-Angers  |  Department: Campus de Rennes  |  Duration: 5 years from L1 (preparatory cycle) or 3 years from L3 or M1  |  Study mode: full-time or apprenticeship (L3 entry); taught in French and English  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Paris, Île-de-France, France

What you will study

The first year (statistics and introduction to AI, genetics, soil health, plant and animal science, microbiology, biodiversity, farm functioning, accounting and finance) includes a 4-week farm placement and territorial analysis project. Year 2 is a bridge to specialisation, with a semester abroad or a multi-placement route. Year 3 specialisations: Agroecology; Agri-economics and public policy; Molecular and cellular biology; Environmental engineering; Water, energy, climate; Engineering of urban green spaces; Plant protection and environment; Food science and business management; Plant science and engineering; Animal production science and engineering.

Career pathways

Graduates work in agriculture, food, environment and research roles in France and abroad.

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