International Week

As cities grow and urbanization accelerates globally, we face the challenge of creating sustainable, livable environments for all. The cities of tomorrow will require innovative approaches that integrate cutting-edge solutions, sustainable design, and inclusivity. The future of urbanization must embrace both environmental sustainability and social aspects of living together, ensuring that modern cities are accessible, efficient, and enjoyable for everyone.

In this context, the role of higher education institutions, particularly engineering schools, becomes paramount. Preparing students to tackle these complex challenges is a key objective, and international collaboration is essential to share expertise and develop forward-thinking solutions. At Polytech Angers, we are committed to fostering this dialogue, enabling students and professionals alike to explore how innovation in various fields, ranging from biotechnology, food science, and cosmetology to engineering and urban planning, can shape the future of our cities.

As we explore the future of urbanization, we must also consider how innovation can contribute to a more inclusive society. The advancement of urbanization and innovative solutions must prioritize accessibility for all members of society, particularly those with disabilities or other mobility challenges. In this section, we will examine how innovations, such as assistive devices, smart homes, accessible transport systems, and other inclusive solutions, can promote inclusivity and improve the quality of life for all citizens. These are key objectives of our International Week.

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This International Week will also provide an opportunity to discover Polytech Angers, the graduate School of Engineering of the University of Angers, as well as the rich historical and cultural heritage of the city of Angers and its region.

During our International Week, we will focus on these questions and their implications for engineering and scientific education. Our activities will include formal and informal discussions, sharing of teaching practices, guest presentations, and student projects.

The working language is English, with participant communications in Spanish, German, and French.

Preregistration / Information :   intweek.polytech @ contact.univ-angers.fr (intweek.polytech @ contact.univ-angers.fr) 

Academic staff from the following study areas are invited to apply: 

Automation and Computer Engineering / Quality, Innovation & Reliability Engineering / Biology and Health Systems Engineering / Sustainable Buildings : Civil Engineering & Safety / Languages and Communication Arts: English, German and Spanish  

Participants will:

• give lectures and share experiences with students and staff,
• meet colleagues, find areas of cooperation and mutual concern,
• present university exchange possibilities,
• discover Angers students’ technical and interpersonal skills,
• enjoy a stimulating break in the heart of the Loire Valley. 

Polytech Angers is the graduate School of Engineering of the University of Angers. Over 1000 students obtain highly specialized scientific and technical skills and professional know-how in close partnership with industry. Angers is only 90 minutes from Paris and has consistently been voted one of the best places to live in France.    

All events are free of charge.  Participants are expected to cover their costs for travel, accommodation and meals not mentioned in the program.

Warm regards from France,

The Polytech Angers international week team