The document discusses higher education options in France, specifically IUT technical institutes and ENS higher education schools. It focuses on ENS Lyon, which offers excellence in 4-year programs across diverse fields like science, technology, engineering and mathematics. ENS Lyon has over 2,000 students and faculty across two campuses. Admission is through competitive exams for "Normalien élèves" students or through university programs for "Normalien étudiants". The biosciences program at ENS Lyon is highlighted, including its interdisciplinary curriculum and double degree options. Student life involves strong class cohesion, sports, associations, and integration support for new students.