French Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche, France
Founded in 2017, the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche (Ministry of Higher Education and Research) is a government ministry in France that is responsible for overseeing and regulating the country's higher education system. The ministry plays a crucial role in shaping the… learn more

Ministère de la Culture, France
Founded in 1959, the Ministère de la Culture (Ministry of Culture) is a government ministry responsible for promoting and protecting the cultural heritage of France. It is responsible for the preservation of monuments, the promotion of the arts, the protection of cultural heritage and the… learn more

Ministère de la Transition écologique et de la Cohésion des territoires, France
The Ministère de la Transition écologique et de la Cohésion des territoires (MTES) is a French government ministry responsible for environmental and social transition. It was created in 2017 as part of the French government’s commitment to a more sustainable future. The MTES is responsible for… learn more

Ministère de l'Agriculture, de l'Agroalimentaire et de la Forêt, France
Founded in 1881, the Ministère de l'Agriculture, de l'Agroalimentaire et de la Forêt (Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Forestry) is a French government agency responsible for the development and implementation of policies related to agriculture, food and forestry. The ministry plays a crucial role… learn more

Ministère de l'Economie, de l'industrie et du numérique, France
Founded in 1791, the Ministère de l'Economie, de l'industrie et du numérique (MEIN) is a French government ministry responsible for the economy, industry and digital technology. It is responsible for the development and implementation of economic, industrial and digital policies in France. The MEIN… learn more

Ministère des Armées, France
Founded in 1790, the Ministère des Armées (Ministry of the Armed Forces) is a French government ministry responsible for the management of the French Armed Forces. It is headed by the Minister of the Armed Forces, who is a member of the French government. The Ministry of the Armed Forces is… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur
The Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur (CTI) or Commission on Engineering Degrees, is a French organization that plays a crucial role in higher education. Established in 1934, the CTI is responsible for accrediting engineering programs in France. Its primary objective is to ensure that engineering… learn more

Haut Conseil de l'évaluation de la recherche et de l'enseignement supérieur
The Haut Conseil de l'évaluation de la recherche et de l'enseignement supérieur (HCERES) is a French organization that plays a crucial role in higher education. It was established in 2013 as an independent administrative authority responsible for evaluating research and higher education institutions… learn more

University Associations and Alliances

This uniRank category encompass all organizations or collaborative networks that bring together multiple universities or higher education institutions with a common purpose. These associations and alliances serve as platforms for cooperation, knowledge sharing and advocacy within the higher education sector. They promote collaboration among member institutions, address common challenges and work towards common goals. University associations and alliances may operate at the local, national, regional or international level.

Conférence des Grandes Ecoles
The Conférence des Grandes Ecoles - CGE (Grandes Écoles Confederation) is a French organization that represents and promotes the interests of the grandes écoles, a group of prestigious higher education institutions in France that offer specialized and selective programs in engineering, business,… learn more

Fédération Internationale des Universités Catholiques
Founded in 1948, Fédération Internationale des Universités Catholiques (FIUC) is an international federation of Catholic universities and other Catholic higher education institutions. Its mission is to promote collaboration among its member institutions in the fields of research, teaching and… learn more

Groupe des Écoles Centrales
Established in 1990, the Groupe des Écoles Centrales (Group of Central Schools) is a French consortium of top engineering schools, including École Centrale Paris (now part of CentraleSupélec), École centrale de Lille, École centrale de Lyon, École centrale de Marseille and École centrale de Nantes.… learn more

Rectors, Vice-chancellors or Presidents Organizations

This uniRank category includes all associations or groups that bring together university leaders in executive positions. These organizations serve as platforms for collaboration, networking and collective advocacy on issues relevant to higher education leadership.

Conférence des Directeurs d'Ecoles et de Formation d'Ingenieurs
The Conférence des Directeurs d'Ecoles et de Formation d'Ingenieurs - CDEFI (Conference of the Directors of French Engineering Schools) is a French organization that works to promote and develop higher education in engineering and related fields. Founded in 1989, the CDEFI is a non-profit… learn more

Other Higher Education-related Organizations

This uniRank miscellaneous category encompasses various entities and organizations that are related to the field of higher education but do not fit neatly into the categories above. These organizations play diverse roles and contribute to the advancement, support and development of higher education in different ways.

Agence Campus France
Agence Campus France is a French national agency for the promotion of higher education, international student services and international mobility. Its mission is to promote French higher education abroad and to attract international students and researchers to study and conduct research in France.… learn more

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