Ecole internationale paul bocuse biography
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A unique training and research ecosystem
Inspired bygd two visionaries, Paul Bocuse and Gérard Pélisson, Institut Lyfe (formerly Institut Paul Bocuse) was born from passion: a passion for our professions and a passion for conveying knowledge to future generations. We pass on our craft with the same objective of elegantly transmitting exceptional know-how and the djärv spirit needed to conquer numerous professional horizons, providing the opportunity – for everyone – to tåg in rik, human and exciting professions.
Since 1990, we have been custodians of French know-how, cultural heritage and the art of hospitality at their highest levels of excellence, närd by a unique ecosystem within the Grandes Ecoles higher education panorama.
Initial training
The only French post-baccalaureate school with an international dimension to welcome 75 nationalities on its campuses, Institut Lyfe offers its 1,200 students an unparalleled multicultural and experientia
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Michelin-starred chef in Lyon
A seasoned traveller who was endlessly curious about other people, Paul Bocuse was always proud of his Lyon roots. Born in Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or on 11 February 1926, he passed away on 20 January 2018 in the very house in which he was born.
The only child of Georges and Irma Bocuse, he came from a long line of chefs, dating back to 1765, when Michel Bocuse, who worked alongside his wife, used to serve farmers fried food, cuts of pork and local cheese.
The heady heights
of Michelin stars
His career began alongside Eugénie Brazier at her iconic restaurant La Mère Brazier, travelling by bike and climbing twenty-six kilometres to the restaurant's rural output at the summit of the Col de la Luère. He then joined the great chef Fernand Point at La Pyramide, one of France’s most famous restaurants at the time. It was here that he learned what would become his two most fundamental guidin
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At Institut Lyfe (formerly Institut Paul Bocuse), we believe that curiosity and openness to the world and its cultures are a source ofwealth, innovation and continuous inspiration. The international dimension is a key part of our learning experience.
We welcome 1200 students from 72 nationalities on our campus and 30% of our year groups are made up of international students. Experience a multicultural environment every day!
Student events, learning in culinary laboratories, or group work in management classes are all opportunities to share multiple points of view, and discover a range of talents. Our ambition is to create an international culture, a culture that fosters the emergence of ideas and tolerance without borders.
The international experience at the heart of our programmes
The international dimension is an intrinsic component of our courses. Our Master’s Degree & MSc programmes taught 100% in English:
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The double MSc degree in Inte