Introduction

University of Rennes 1 is a famous public comprehensive university in France. It is located in Rennes, the capital of Brittany. Its development history can be traced back to 1461. After the reform of the French education system in 1969, it was established as the University of Rennes 1.

Overview

Student size: There are about 25,635 students, of which 63% are undergraduates and 37% are postgraduates. There are 2,919 international students, of which 34% are international students among undergraduates and 66% are international students among postgraduates.

Number of faculty and staff: There are 1,765 faculty and staff, of which 91% are domestic faculty and staff and 9% are international faculty and staff.

History

The history of the University of Rennes 1 can be traced back to 1461 in the Middle Ages. Later, due to the reform of the French education system, it was officially named the University of Rennes 1 in 1969.

Founding time

1969 Years.

School Strength

Teaching Quality: Provides a variety of degree courses from undergraduate to doctoral level, covering many disciplines such as science and technology, medicine, humanities, etc., focusing on the combination of theory and practice, cultivating students' comprehensive literacy and professional ability, and graduates have a certain competitiveness in France and internationally.

Scientific Research Level: It has 43 scientific research teams, of which 26 have cooperation or signed contracts with large national research organizations, including 21 units related to the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), 1 unit related to the French National Agricultural Research Institute (INRA), and 4 units related to the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM).

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

Committed to cultivating high-quality talents with innovative spirit and practical ability, focusing on interdisciplinary education methods, encouraging students to participate in scientific research projects and social practice to improve students' comprehensive quality and employment competitiveness, while emphasizing international cooperation and exchanges, providing students with a broad international perspective and development opportunities.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The university has 32 research units in 4 major research areas, namely Mathematics - Information and Communication Science and Technology, Engineering Materials Science (Earth Science, Mechanics, Physics, Chemistry), Biology, Humanities and Social Sciences, and 4 doctoral schools have been established for each major research area. 89% of researchers work in units related to national organizations, such as CNRS, INSERM, INRA, INRIA, etc.

Key disciplines:

Mathematics: Mathematics is one of the advantages of the University of Rennes 1 and ranks in the top 100 in the world.

Economics: As a traditional advantage of the school, the economics major ranks among the best in France and Europe.

Chemical Engineering: Chemical Engineering is also one of the school's featured disciplines.

Medicine and related disciplines: Medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and other disciplines are strong, providing students with high-quality medical education and research resources.

Faculty

The University of Rennes 1 has several faculties, including the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Economics and Management, the Faculty of Law and Political Science, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, etc. Each faculty covers many related majors and provides students with systematic subject education and professional training.

Ranking

In the QS World University Rankings 2025, it ranks 721-730.

In the QS World University Rankings from 2012 to 2024, it ranks Fluctuates between 501 and 1000.

Expenses

Tuition fees: As a public university in France, tuition fees are relatively low, generally a few hundred euros per year for undergraduates, and about 2000-3000 euros per year for masters, depending on the major.

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

Campus

Campus distribution: There are 3 main campuses, including the Centre campus in the center of Rennes, the Faculty of Science in Beaulieu in the east suburbs, and the Faculty of Medicine in Villejean in the west suburbs. In addition, there are branches in Saint-Malo, Saint-Brieuc and Lani in Brittany.

Campus environment: The campus is equipped with modern teaching facilities and complete learning and living service facilities, such as sports facilities, cultural and art centers, etc., providing students with a comfortable learning and living environment.