Université de Nantes

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Université de Nantes is a prominent multidisciplinary public university in Western France, renowned for its strong academic programs across health, sciences, law, and humanities. It is particularly recognized for its excellence in marine sciences, digital sciences, and health research, benefiting from its strategic location near the Atlantic coast. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment with dedicated support through its International Relations Office, providing French language courses, exchange programs like Erasmus+, and a growing number of English-taught master's degrees. Students can expect a vibrant academic and cultural experience in Nantes, a dynamic city known for its quality of life. A distinctive characteristic is its "Campus de la Mer" initiative, fostering cutting-edge research and education in marine and coastal environments.

Background

Nantes University (French: Nantes Université) is a public university located in the city of Nantes, France. In addition to the several campuses scattered in the city of Nantes, there are two satellite campuses located in Saint-Nazaire and La Roche-sur-Yon. The university ranked between 401-500th in the Times Higher Education of 2016. On a national scale and regarding the professional insertion after graduation, the University of Nantes oscillates between 3rd and 40th out of 69 universities depending on the field of studies. Currently, the university is attended by approximately 34,500 students. More than 10% of them are international students coming from 110 countries. Notable alumni include former Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault, former Minister of Agriculture Stéphane Le Foll, and United Nations official Clément Nyaletsossi Voule.

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