Introduction

Paul Valéry University Montpellier 3 is a public comprehensive university located in Montpellier, southern France. It is famous for its teaching and research in the fields of literature, language, art, social and human sciences.

Overview

Student size: There are about 20,000 students, including a large number of international students from 50 different countries. There are more than 3,000 foreign students in the School of Language and Culture alone.

Number of faculty and staff: The school has many professional teaching and research personnel to provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

History

In 1289, the Medical College, the Art College and the Law College of Montpellier merged to form the University of Montpellier, which is one of the oldest universities in the world.

In 1970, the University of Montpellier was divided into three parts, and the University of Montpellier 3 was established under this background. Its Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Languages ​​and Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences together constitute the current University of Montpellier 3.

Foundation time

Officially established in 1970, but the school's history can be traced back to 1289. Years.

School Strength

Teaching Quality: It offers a variety of degree courses from undergraduate to doctoral level. The curriculum is rich and diverse, covering literature, language, art, social sciences and other fields. It focuses on cultivating students' critical thinking, innovation and practical ability. Its graduates have strong competitiveness in culture, education, media and other fields.

Scientific Research Level: The school has 10 research colleges, with multiple art, literature, culture research groups and time, space and civilization research groups. It has carried out in-depth research in the field of humanities and social sciences, and has achieved a series of influential scientific research results, making important contributions to the development of disciplines and social progress.

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' humanistic literacy, innovative spirit and social responsibility, emphasizing interdisciplinary research and international exchanges, and encouraging students to actively participate in social practice and cultural activities to improve students' comprehensive quality and global vision, and cultivate internationally competitive professionals.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Laboratories: The school has a number of research centers and laboratories in the field of humanities and social sciences, such as the Language Science Research Center and the Cultural Research Laboratory. These laboratories provide teachers and students with a good research environment and conditions and promote the development of related disciplines.

Key Disciplines:

Language and Literature: Including Law The school has a total of 100 majors, including French, English, German, Russian, Spanish and Chinese. Among them, the French major is well-known in France and even internationally. The teaching and research level of the School of Languages ​​and Cultures is in a leading position.

Arts: covers multiple art categories such as painting, sculpture, music, drama, and film, focusing on cultivating students' artistic creation ability and artistic theoretical literacy, providing students with a broad space for artistic development.

Humanities and Social Sciences: such as sociology, philosophy, history, psychology, economics and other majors, with a complete discipline system and fruitful teaching and research results, providing students with opportunities to deeply understand human society and culture, and cultivating students' social analysis and research capabilities.

Department

The school is mainly composed of the School of Arts, the School of Arts, the School of Languages ​​and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Each school has multiple departments and majors, providing students with systematic subject education and professional training.

Ranking

The University of Montpellier is in Ranked 168th in the 2020 CWUR World University Rankings, the University of Montpellier III, as an important part of it, also has a high degree of international recognition in teaching and research in the fields of humanities and social sciences.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Tuition fees for domestic and EU students are relatively low, generally a few hundred euros per year, while tuition fees for non-EU students vary according to different majors and courses, about 2000-3000 euros per year.

Living expenses: The cost of living in Montpellier is relatively moderate, and the monthly living expenses including rent, food, transportation, etc. are about 800-1200 euros.

Campus

Campus distribution: The main campus is located in Montpellier, and there is also a branch in Beziers.

Campus environment: The campus has a unique architectural style and a strong cultural atmosphere. It has modern teaching facilities and complete learning and living service facilities, providing students with a comfortable learning and living environment. At the same time, the school often holds various cultural activities and academic lectures to enrich students' extracurricular life.