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Institut Lyfe
Established in
1990Famous For
Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Institut Lyfe is a specialist higher education institution in France focused on hospitality, culinary arts and pastry management. Formerly known as Institut Paul Bocuse, the school is located at the Lyon Ouest Écully Campus, around 15 minutes from central Lyon.
Institut Lyfe offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Hospitality & Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts and Pastry Management. Students study in an international environment with practical training integrated into the curriculum.
The campus includes training restaurants, culinary laboratories, hospitality learning spaces and industry-focused facilities. Around 1,200 students from more than 75 nationalities study at the institution.
Services
Institut Lyfe student support includes:
- International welcome and orientation services
- Visa and administrative guidance
- Academic and career support
- French language assistance for international students
Rankings
In Eduniversal 2026 rankings, Institut Lyfe is ranked #1 in France for Bachelor Hospitality & Restaurant Management and MSc programmes. Its hospitality bachelor’s degree has also been recognised among the top programmes in the field for 14 consecutive years.
Accommodation
Institut Lyfe supports students with accommodation options near campus. The Clipper student residence is located around five minutes from campus, while additional residences, including Carré West, StudyWest and Univers 9 are available nearby. Options include furnished studios and shared apartments.
Location
The Institut Lyfe campus is based in Écully, western Lyon, within the Lyon Ouest Écully Campus area.
The location places students near other higher education institutions and within reach of Lyon’s hospitality and culinary sector. Public transport links connect the campus to central Lyon and Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
Courses offered at Institut Lyfe
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