Agrocampus Ouest

Rennes, France

Agrocampus Ouest is a prestigious French grande école specializing in life sciences, agriculture, food industries, and environmental management. Operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, it trains engineers, researchers, and managers through research-integrated programs.
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Tuition Fees, Cost of Living & Accommodation at Agrocampus Ouest

Cost Of Living

€ 8700

Undergraduate Fees International Students

€ 1600

Post Graduate Fees International Students

€ 2000

Bachelors

  • € 2770

Masters

  • € 6000
  • € 3770

Agrocampus Ouest Departments

  • Agroecology & Environment
  • Plant Science & Horticulture
  • Animal Science & Health
  • Food Science & Technology
  • Landscape Planning
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Data Science for Agriculture

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Step-by-Step Guide to Admission Requirements at Agrocampus Ouest

Diploma: High School Diploma (or equivalent, e.g., A-Levels, Baccalaureate).

Pathway: Competitive entrance exam after 2 years of intensive preparatory classes (Classe Préparatoire BCPST) or via a separate track for students with a Bachelor's degree (Banque d'épreuves DUT/BTS).

Grades: High academic performance, especially in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics).

Language: For French-taught programs: B2/C1 level in French (DELF/DALF or TCF). For international tracks: Proof of English proficiency.

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Agrocampus Ouest Corporate Partnership

  • Danone : Hires via "Future Leaders" program: 6-month R&D internships → permanent roles.
  • INRAE : Recruits PhDs for joint labs; 70% offered researcher positions post-thesis.
  • Loreal : Agri-sourcing roles through case competitions and sustainability workshops.
  • Limagrain : Direct hires from plant genetics MSc theses.
  • Veolia : Apprenticeships in circular economy departments (50% converted to jobs).
  • Terrena : Management traineeships on cooperative farms.
  • Bonduelle : Food tech engineers via annual "Innov’Veg" challenge.
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Notable Achievements of Agrocampus Ouest

Achievements

01.
Top-Ranked French Engineering School for Agriculture

Consistently ranked as the #1 or #2 French "Grande École" for agricultural sciences, a recognition of the exceptional quality of its engineering programs, research output, and the career success of its graduates.

Year
2022
02.
Launch of the "Farm of the Future" Experimental Platform

The school inaugurated a large-scale experimental farm designed to test and demonstrate autonomous robotics, agroforestry, and precision agriculture. It serves as a living lab for developing the resilient farms of tomorrow.

Year
2021
03.
UNESCO Chai

Consistently ranked as the #1 or #2 French "Grande École" for agricultural sciences, a recognition of the exceptional quality of its engineering programs, research output, and the career success of its graduates.

Year
2021

Notable Innovation, Research & Development Agrocampus Ouest

Notable Innovation

01.
Genomic Selection in Plant Breeding

The institute has been a leader in applying genomic selection to crops. By using DNA markers to predict a plant's potential, breeders can significantly accelerate the development of new varieties with desired traits like disease resistance and improved yield.

Year
Early 2000s
02.
Algal Biofertilizer

Agrocampus Ouest is actively researching and developing edible and biodegradable packaging from agricultural by-products. This innovation aims to replace conventional plastics, reducing pollution and creating a circular economy within the agri-food sector.

Year
2023
03.
Soil Microbiome Atlas

The school developed smart feeding systems for fish farms that use underwater cameras and sensors. This technology monitors fish feeding behavior in real-time, automatically adjusting feed distribution to minimize waste and reduce environmental impact.

Year
2020

Explore Programs & Courses at Agrocampus Ouest

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International Master in Rural Development 2 Years On Campus Masters Program
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Agroecology MSc 5 Months On Campus Masters Program
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