Université de Strasbourg

About

The Université de Strasbourg is a highly comprehensive and research-intensive institution, renowned for its excellence across a broad spectrum of disciplines, particularly in the sciences, medicine, law, and humanities. It boasts a rich history of Nobel laureates and is a vibrant hub for innovation and interdisciplinary studies. For international students, the university offers a truly global experience, enhanced by its location in a European capital, providing numerous exchange opportunities, a growing number of English-taught master's programs, and dedicated support services like the International Students Welcome Desk. Its unique position at the heart of Europe fosters a multicultural environment and provides unparalleled access to European institutions and culture, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking an internationally-focused education.

Background

The University of Strasbourg (French: Université de Strasbourg, Unistra) is a public research university located in Strasbourg, France, with over 52000 students and 3300 researchers. Founded in the 16th century by Johannes Sturm, it was a center of intellectual life during the Age of Enlightenment. In the 1970s, the old university was reorganized into three distinct institutions, which were consolidated in 2009. The current University of Strasbourg comprises 35 academic faculties, schools, and institutes, as well as 71 research laboratories spread across six campuses, including the historic site in the Neustadt. Throughout its existence, Unistra alumni, faculty, or researchers have included 18 Nobel laureates, two Fields Medalists and a wide range of notable individuals in their respective fields. Among them are Goethe, statesman Robert Schuman, historian Marc Bloch and several chemists such as Louis Pasteur.

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