University of Burgundy

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The University of Burgundy (Université de Bourgogne) is a comprehensive public university located in the heart of France's renowned Burgundy region, known for its strong academic tradition across a wide array of disciplines. It is particularly recognized for its excellence in humanities, social sciences, law, health, and notably, its unique programs in wine sciences through the Institut Jules Guyot. For international students, uB offers a welcoming environment with dedicated support from its International Relations Office, providing assistance with integration, housing, and administrative procedures. While primarily French-taught, the university offers an increasing number of English-taught Master's programs and extensive French language courses, making it accessible for non-native speakers. A distinctive characteristic is its deep integration with the rich cultural and economic heritage of Burgundy, offering unique research and study opportunities, especially in viticulture and gastronomy.

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University of Burgundy Europe (French: Université Bourgogne Europe, UBE), formerly known as University of Dijon until the 1980's, then as University of Burgundy until 2024) is a public university located in Dijon, France. Université Bourgogne Europe is situated on a large campus (more than 150 ha) in the eastern part of Dijon called Campus Montmuzard, about 15 minutes by tram from the city centre. The humanities and sciences are well represented on the main campus, along with law, medicine, engineering, or social sciences, in separate buildings. The IUT (Undergraduate Institute of Technology ) is also on the campus, providing specialist higher level diplomas in business, biology, communications and computer science. The university counts 16 faculties and schools in total (in details: 8 faculties, 2 engineering schools, 1 teacher training institute, 3 undergraduate institutes of technology offering undergraduate courses, and 2 professional institutes providing post-graduate programmes). Due to the numerous student societies and support services for international students and disabled students, the campus is a welcoming...

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