College de France

The Collège de France is a prestigious higher education and research institution in Paris, founded in 1530. Unlike traditional universities, it offers free, public lectures by leading experts in various fields, emphasizing innovative and current research rather than formal degrees. Its aim is to promote advanced knowledge and intellectual exploration across disciplines such as science, humanities, and arts. The institution fosters an open environment where scholars share cutting-edge ideas, encouraging ongoing discovery and dialogue without the constraints of rigid curriculum or exams.