Founded in 1966, the Université de Rouen Normandie is a major player in education and research in Normandy. It contributes to the dynamism and attractiveness of the region, thanks in particular to the links it has forged with its many partners in the socio-economic and institutional spheres.
Adapting the training offer to development challenges
Success, innovation, pedagogical transformation, professional integration, internationalization: students at the University of Rouen Normandy are trained to meet the challenges of today’s and tomorrow’s world. Thanks to its multi-disciplinary approach, the University pays particular attention to the democratization of higher education, as well as to the economic and social development of the region. Because our teaching staff are also researchers, from the Bachelor’s level onwards, our training is based on an introduction to research, to familiarize students with the scientific approach. This link between training and research is present throughout the University curriculum.
6 campus
35 000 students
2 511 personnel
375 diplomas
12 components
Supporting and disseminating innovative, sustainable research
The University of Rouen Normandie creates knowledge through the activities of its laboratories, and is a leader in scientific excellence at both national and international levels. Backed by three thematic clusters, research at the Université de Rouen Normandie is the driving force behind scientific cooperation. The establishment promotes cross-disciplinary work, cross-disciplinary teams, networks and partnerships, and encourages projects dedicated to sustainable development.
37 research units
8 doctoral schools
3 thematic clusters
200 international conventions
The three training and research clusters are as follows:
- Chemistry, Biology, Health (CBS)
- Humanities, Culture, Societies (HCS)
- Materials, Energy, Digital, Environment (MENE)
University of Transitions
The University of Rouen Normandie has long been committed to the socio-ecological transition. Through its training, research and quality of life on campus, the university is structuring and intensifying its policy of sustainable development and social responsibility, involving the entire university community. Inclusive, responsible, supportive and ethical practices are integrated into all its activities.
The label, obtained in 2020, bears witness to this ongoing investment in the SD&RS approach.
1 institute dedicated to socio-ecological transitions
1 DDRS label
1 roadmap 2022-2032