Université d'Avignon

About

Université d'Avignon, re-established in 1984, is a public institution renowned for its strong programs in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Environmental Sciences, particularly in water management. It also offers solid faculties in Law, Economics, and Management, often with a regional and Mediterranean focus. For international students, the university provides a welcoming environment with a dedicated International Relations Office offering support, including French language courses (FLE) to aid integration. While primarily French-taught, it actively participates in exchange programs like Erasmus+ and fosters a vibrant multicultural campus life. A distinctive characteristic is its deep integration within the historic city of Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering an unparalleled cultural backdrop for academic pursuits.

Background

Avignon University (French: Avignon Université; formerly known as Université d’Avignon et des Pays de Vaucluse) is a public university located in Avignon, France, and founded in 1303. Avignon University is situated on two campuses: the Hannah Arendt Campus, located in the city centre of Avignon, and the Jean-Henri Fabre Campus, which is on the outskirts of town and includes the Agroparc facility for STEM teaching and research, as well as the Avignon University Institute of Technology. The university is well regarded for its international education outreach, and was awarded the ERASMUS University Charter for Higher Education by the European Commission in 2021. Avignon University is a member of the Association of Francophone Universities, the European Association for International Education, and the University Network of the European Capitals of Culture.

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