Peter Wagstaff and Jean- Philippe Roux – The evolution of the collaboration between educational and industrial establishments working in the feld of noise control in France

摘要

The French higher education system has evolved greatly over the last few years particularly in engineering and science. This has led to a change in the way engineers and technicians are trained and increased the collaboration between education and industry. Previously engineering was only studied at the prestigious Engineering Schools which offered 3 years of study for an"engineering diploma" to those capable of succeeding their competitive entrance exams. These exams require two years of preparation following completion of the baccalaureate at the end of high school. University studies were initiated straight after fnishing the baccalaureate with no selection at entry. No engineering diplomas or degrees were offered at university; only the 3 year bachelor's degree or"license" in sciences. This offered few possibilities of working in industry without completing further studies at masters or PhD level.