Introduction

The University of Reunion Island is a public comprehensive university located on Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. Its predecessor was the University Center of Reunion Island, which was established in 1970 and renamed the University of Reunion Island in 1982. It is the only French university in the Indian Ocean region and an important educational demonstration window for Europe in the Indian Ocean.

Overview

Student size: There are currently about 11,500 students on campus, of which 4.44% are foreign students from 41 different countries.

Number of faculty and staff: 594 administrative staff.

History

The University Center of Reunion Island was established in 1970, including three teaching and research units: Law-Economics, Literature and Science. In 1982, the University of Reunion was formally established and renamed as the University of Reunion. Then, in 2005, the fourth college, the "College of Human and Environmental Sciences", was established. In 2010, the "College of Health" was established.

Establishment time

Formally established in 1982, its predecessor, the University of Reunion Center, was established in 1970.

School strength

Teaching quality: Provides 112 national diploma courses, covering literature, language, humanities, law and economic sciences, management science, environment, physics, chemistry, engineering, science and technology, sports and other disciplines, focusing on cultivating students' practical ability and interdisciplinary literacy.

Scientific research level: The school has 20 High-level research laboratories, some of which are cooperative laboratories of the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), are well-known in the Indian Ocean region and internationally. The research results involve multiple disciplines and provide important intellectual support for the development of local and surrounding areas.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Committed to providing high-quality teaching and research, cultivating talents with innovative spirit and practical ability, promoting interdisciplinary integration, promoting cultural exchanges and cooperation between regions, striving to become an education and scientific research demonstration center in the Indian Ocean region, focusing on international development, and actively carrying out cooperative projects with universities and scientific research institutions in various countries.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school's 20 research laboratories cover multiple fields, such as the cosmic science observatory, engineering-related laboratories, etc. Some of the laboratories that cooperate with the French National Center for Scientific Research have international influence in related fields and provide advanced research platforms for researchers and students.

Key disciplines: Law, economics, literature, science, medicine and other disciplines are relatively outstanding. The medical major has trained a large number of medical and health talents for the local area. The law and economics majors provide professional support for the economic and social development of the region. Basic disciplines such as literature and science also have a deep academic accumulation.

Department

The school has 3 1 college, 2 specialized colleges and 19 functional departments, including an interdisciplinary doctoral graduate school, as follows:

Colleges: Law and Economics, Literature and Humanities, Science and Technology, Human and Environmental Sciences, Health.

Specialized colleges: Business School, Réunion Indian Ocean Higher Engineering School, etc.

Ranking

There is no clear world comprehensive ranking data, but it has a high reputation and influence in the Indian Ocean region and French overseas departments. Some of its disciplines have outstanding research and teaching in related fields.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Undergraduate tuition fees are relatively low, generally a few hundred euros per year, and master's tuition fees vary depending on the major, about 2000-3000 euros per year.

Living expenses: The cost of living on Reunion Island is relatively high, including accommodation, food, transportation, etc., about 800-1200 euros per month.

Campus

Campus distribution: The main campus is located in the Moufia district of Saint-Denis, Reunion. In addition, there are campuses such as Saint-Pierre and Le Dampont. The campuses are distributed in different areas, providing students with a diverse learning and living environment.

Campus facilities: All four campuses are equipped with complete service facilities, such as libraries, computer rooms, language laboratories using advanced information and communication technologies, and active sports services, which provide convenience for students' study and life.