Overview
The Catholic University of Lyon was founded in 1875 and combines respect for Christian heritage with a spirit of openness.
With its location at the heart of a regional capital, its close ties to business and strong international links, it seeks to promote academic excellence, creativity and integrity.
It has 5 faculties :
- Philosophy and Human Sciences
- Law, Economics and Social Sciences
- Language and Literature
- Science
The Catholic University of Lyon is a member of theUniversity of Lyon
The Catholic University of Lyon has :
- 5 faculties
- 5 vocational schools
- 15 education and research units
- 7,400 students and auditors, including 1,300 international students
- 320 permanent lecturers
-130 administrative and technical staff
The Rectorate team :
Rector: Michel Quesnel
View the Rector's CV (in french)
Vice-Rector for Student Affairs: Denise Le Loup
Vice-Rector for Development: Henry d'Yvoire
University Secretary: Patrick Bordet
Deans :
Faculty of Theology: Jean-François Chiron
Faculty of Philosophy and Human Sciences: Emmanuel Gabellieri
Faculty of Law, Economics and Social Sciences: Laurent Gédéon
Faculty of Language and Literature: Frédérique Rodenas
Faculty of Sciences: Vincent Goubier
Michel Quesnel, rector
'The Catholic University of Lyon aims to educate competent and responsible women and men who are capable of using their judgment then acting accordingly.
It welcomes a diverse range of students from every nationality with a variety of philosophical and religious beliefs, and respects freedom of conscience and secularism.'
Background information :
The catholic Faculties of Lyon are governed by the Association of Founders and Protectors of the Catholic Institute of Lyon (AFPICL).
The Archbishop of Lyon, Primate of the Gauls, is ex officio University Chancellor.
Read more about AFPICL (in french)