Application process – European Biotechnology for Sustainability programme
Check the application process to join our 3-year fully-taught in English programme: European Biotechnology for Sustainability.
Students from countries covered by the Études en France (EEF) procedure
Applications must be submitted through the Études en France platform.
The digital procedure includes:
- Preparation of the application file
- Language test
- Diploma authentication
- Campus France interview
- Academic evaluation by CPE Lyon
- CPE Lyon interview
European students and students from countries not covered by the EEF procedure
Applications are submitted directly to CPE Lyon.
The digital procedure includes:
- Preparation of the application file (application fees are due upon submission)
- Submission of the file to international@cpe.fr
- Diploma authentication
- Academic evaluation by CPE Lyon
- Online interview and language test
Required Application Documents
The application file must include the following:
- Completed application form (download here)
- Curriculum Vitae with photo (in English)
- Motivation letter (in English)
- Copy of identity document
- Copy of baccalaureate or equivalent diploma grades
- Complete transcripts of all higher education years
- Copies of supporting documents for all diplomas and degrees
Key Dates – 2026 Recruitment
| DATE | ÉTUDES EN FRANCE PROCEDURE | NON-EEF PROCEDURE (Direct Application to CPE) |
| October 1, 2025 | Opening of applications on the Études en France platform | Opening of applications directly to CPE Lyon |
| Early January – March 15, 2026 | Weekly follow-up of ongoing applications via Campus France | — |
| March 15, 2026 | Deadline for interviews and evaluation of applications by the French consulates (SCAC) | Deadline for submission of applications for internal evaluation |
| March 16 – March 27, 2026 | Internal pre-selection of applications on the Études en France platform + invitation to an interview | Internal pre-selection of applications by CPE Lyon |
| April 1 – April 10, 2026 | Applicants interviews | Applicants interviews |
| April 30, 2026 | Decision of the academic committee published on Études en France | Decision of the academic committee communicated by CPE Lyon |
| May 31, 2026 | Deadline for students to respond via Études en France | Deadline for students to respond directly to CPE Lyon |
Contact – Individual Admissions
International Relations Office – CPE Lyon
Email: international@cpe.fr