Université de Montpellier

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The Université de Montpellier, one of the world's oldest universities, boasts a rich academic heritage, particularly renowned for its excellence in Medicine, Law, and Pharmacy, with roots tracing back to the 12th century. Beyond these historical strengths, it is also highly regarded for its programs in Environmental Sciences, Agronomy, and Exact Sciences. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment supported by a dedicated International Relations Office and a Welcome Desk, providing assistance with administrative procedures, housing, and integration into French student life. Many Master's level programs are taught entirely in English, and the university actively participates in various international exchange programs. Its distinctive characteristic is its profound historical legacy in medical education, making it a pivotal institution in the history of European universities.

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The University of Montpellier (French: Université de Montpellier; Occitan: Universitat de Montpelhièr) is a public research university located in Montpellier, in south-east of France. Established in 1220, the University of Montpellier is one of the oldest universities in the world. The university was split into three universities (the University of Montpellier 1, the University of Montpellier 2 and the Paul Valéry University Montpellier 3) for 45 years in 1970. In 2015, it was reunified by the merger of the two former, with the latter, now named Paul Valéry University, Montpellier III, remaining a separate entity.

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