Bertrand Bergier

Bertrand Bergier is an Associate Professor at the Catholic University of the West (UCO Angers) and the University of Sherbrooke. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Paris 7 (1990) and an HDR qualification in Sociology (1998). His research focuses on the Sociology of the Improbable, social relegation/advancement, and educational pathways. He leads the LIRFE research team and has organized international conferences on topics like inclusive practices and social vulnerability. Bergier has authored over 20 publications, including books on non-television culture and social pedagogy. He supervises doctoral research in education and ethics, with current projects exploring AI in pedagogy, complex thought integration, and healthcare ethics. His work emphasizes social emancipation, critical pedagogy, and marginalized populations.

• Education: PhD in Sociology (1990), HDR in Sociology (1998)
• Leadership Roles: Director of ISCEA (2001–2009), Research Director at University of Nantes
• Key Projects: ECISC research program on citizenship and inequality, DIPLOMA Erasmus+ project

His research themes include sociopolitical pedagogy, technology critique, and career studies. Recent work addresses paradoxes in educational systems and the intersection of ethics with professional training. Bergier’s international collaborations span Canada, Lebanon, and Cameroon, focusing on cultural and educational challenges.