Reach out to the world

Inalco began teaching languages and culture studies in 1795. Ever since, the Institute has cultivated its role in understanding a living heritage outside of any Western references.
Reach out to the world
Reach out to the world © Inalco‎


lnalco began teaching languages and culture studies in 1795. Ever since, the Institute has cultivated its role in understanding a living heritage outside of any Western references. Inalco promotes the discovery of the world as it is, in all its wealth and diversity, with a desire to become immersed in another way of thinking. Through the quality of our courses and research, we strive to disseminate the knowledge and skills essential for people to understand and engage meaningfully with each other, culturally and socially as well as professionally. Inalco's humanist values are evident in all our teaching choices, research policy, and cultural programming.

Our commitments

To advance knowledge of worlds and civilizations
Since our beginnings, we have studied and sought to understand all societies, their languages and their cultures.

To provide unique expertise on the contemporary world
The subtleties and understanding of a changing world are our core concern.

To celebrate difference
We are a hub for the most diverse cultures, a melting pot, a community forged on cultural inquiry.

Accordéons
Inalco in France and in the World