Faculté de Médecine Lyon Est, Université de Lyon
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Lyon,
France
Abroad
General Information
The Faculty of Medicine Lyon Est is the flagship and historical heart of medical education at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1. Located on the Rockefeller Campus, it is one of the most prestigious and largest medical schools in France. It is globally recognized for its massive clinical capacity, integrated research ecosystems like the CRNL (Neuroscience) and CRCL (Cancer), and its immediate proximity to the highest concentration of university hospitals in the region.
General Info
- Established: 1877 (Modern university structure integrated in 1970).
- Location: 8 Avenue Rockefeller, 8th Arrondissement, Lyon.
- Academic Model: French PASS/L.AS system (Standard EU 3-cycle Medical Education).
- 2026 Selection Capacity (Numerus Apertus):
- PASS (Lyon Est): ~270 spots for 2nd-year Medicine.
- L.AS (Lyon Est): ~81 spots for 1st-year (L.AS1) students.
- Instruction: 100% French (Minimum B2/C1 proficiency certificate is strictly mandatory).
- Accreditation: Fully accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education. Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDMS) and recognized by WHO, WFME, and the NMC/NExT (India).
- Degree Awarded: State Diploma of Doctor of Medicine (Diplôme d'État de Docteur en Médecine).
Campus Facilities
The Rockefeller Campus is the nerve center of Lyon's "Health City."
- Rockefeller Campus: The historic hub housing the Faculty of Medicine, the Pharmacy School (ISPB), and the Rehabilitation Institute (ISTR).
- La Buire Campus: A secondary nearby domain hosting the Faculty of Odontology (Dentistry) and advanced research units.
- Ciri Research Center: An international hub for infectiology research at the forefront of viral and bacterial study.
- CRNL (Lyon Neuroscience Research Center): Located on-site, specializing in brain dynamics, sleep, and neuro-oncology.
- Anatomy Lab & 3D Imaging: Combines traditional dissection with Anatomage tables and immersive virtual reality for high-resolution anatomical modeling.
- University Health Library (BU Santé Rockefeller): One of France’s largest health libraries, featuring insonorized study rooms and 24/7 digital archives.
- Simulation Centers: Advanced procedural rooms with robotic mannequins for high-risk clinical training in cardiology and surgery.
- Computerized Exam Halls: High-capacity digital centers designed for the secure national ranking examinations (EDN).
- Museum of Medical History: Located on-site, housing unique anatomical collections and historic medical instruments.
- Proximity to CHU Edouard Herriot: The faculty is steps away from one of Europe’s most famous pavilion-style hospitals.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Clinical training is conducted within the Hospices Civils de Lyon (HCL), the second-largest university hospital system in France:
- Edouard Herriot Hospital (HEH): A massive pavilion-style hub known for organ transplantation and emergency medicine.
- Louis Pradel Hospital: The regional reference center for cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
- Pierre Wertheimer Hospital: A specialized center for neurology and neurosurgery.
- Woman-Mother-Child Hospital (HFME): The leading pediatric and obstetric facility in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
- Le Vinatier: One of France’s largest psychiatric hospitals, located adjacent to the campus.
Fee Structure
State University Affordability
Public universities are highly subsidized. However, differentiated fees apply to most non-EU international students.
Scholarship
- Eiffel Excellence Scholarship: Prestigious award for international students providing 1,181€/month stipend plus travel costs.
- Ampère & MILYON Scholarships: Specific to the University of Lyon for high-achieving international Master’s/PhD students.
- CAF Housing Subsidy (APL): A government grant available to all students (including international), refunding 30% to 50% of your monthly rent.
- CROUS Social Aid: Subsidized 1 € or 3.30 € meals and emergency grants for students in need.
City Details
- The Vibe: Lyon is the Gastronomic Capital of France and a major European biotech hub. It is safe, culturally vibrant, and highly international.
- Connectivity: * Train: 2 hours to Paris or Marseille via high-speed TGV.
- Air: Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is a major international gateway.
- Safety: High in the university districts, with active campus security and a massive student population
Hostel & Mess
- Accommodation: Managed by CROUS Lyon. Several residences are located directly in the 8th Arrondissement (e.g., Residences Galion or Parc de la Tête d'Or). Rent: 350 € - 650 € per month.
- Dining: Several "Resto' U" (University Restaurants) and cafeterias are available on the Rockefeller campus.
- Cost of Living: Lyon is a major metropolis; total monthly expenses average 850 € to 1,200 €.
- Transport: Excellent connectivity via Metro Line D (Station: Grange Blanche) and Tramway T2/T5.
Miscellaneous
- NRI Seats: None. Admission is strictly based on academic merit via the PASS/L.AS competitive entry system.
- Entrance Requirements: Non-EU students must apply via the "Études en France" (Campus France) portal.
- Oral Exams : For those not admitted directly via written grades, oral exams count for 30% of the final admission score.
- The "Major" Selection: Lyon Est is known for its intense "PASS" atmosphere; the "Tutorat Lyon Est" is a highly organized peer-support group that helps 1st-year students prepare for exams.
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Facilities & Campus Life
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus
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