Introduction

Université Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3, also known as the "New Sorbonne University", is one of the most authoritative universities in France in terms of social culture and language and literature. It has achieved fruitful results in teaching and research in the fields of language, literature, art and media, humanities and social sciences, and has a high reputation internationally.

Overview

Number of students and faculty: There are currently about 19,360 students, including about 4,500 foreign students, 534 teachers, and 480 administrative and library staff.

Campus distribution: Located in the Latin Quarter in the center of Paris, and expanded within the five districts, the main campuses include Site Censier/Bièvre and Site Sorbonne/Montagne Sainte Geneviève.

History

The history of the University of Paris III can be traced back to the Sorbonne University in the 13th century, and its predecessor was the Sorbonne Theological Seminary founded in 1257. After the May Storm in 1968, the original University of Paris was split into 13 independent institutions. The University of Paris III came into being in 1970 and adopted the name "Sorbonne Nouvelle" in 1971.

Establishment time

Established in 1970, the name "Sorbonne Nouvelle" was officially used in 1971.

School strength

Teaching quality: As a long-established liberal arts institution, it offers 110 national diplomas and 13 university diploma courses. The professional settings are comprehensive, covering performing arts, information communication, language science, foreign language teaching, literature, humanities and social sciences and other disciplines. Its graduates have strong employment competitiveness in the fields of language, literature, media, etc.

Scientific research level: There are 5 doctoral graduate schools, 26 research units and 8 The school has a mixed research unit, and its research results have a wide influence internationally. In particular, its research in linguistics, literature, and drama studies is at the international leading level, which has promoted the development and progress of related disciplines.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

The school's educational philosophy is based on the balance between subject teaching, vocational training, basic research, and social impact that are crucial to understanding the world. It aims to encourage free thinking and provide students with indispensable abilities today, such as critical thinking, comprehensive analysis, and writing skills.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school's linguistics department is one of the world's famous linguistics research centers. Although it does not explicitly mention key laboratories, it is equipped with advanced scientific research facilities and resources in the research of linguistics and other disciplines, providing good research conditions for researchers and students.

Key disciplines: Linguistics, literature, drama studies, film studies, media studies, foreign language teaching and other disciplines are its advantageous disciplines. Among them, linguistics covers many branches such as general linguistics, applied linguistics, historical linguistics, comparative linguistics, etc.; literature includes professional courses such as French literature, world literature, comparative literature, etc.

Faculty

The school's teaching and research are mainly concentrated in 3 teaching and research units (UFR), 1 college of higher learning and 1 research institute, as follows:

UFR Arts & Médias: covers teaching and research related to art and media.

UFR Langues, Littératures, Civilisations et Sociétés Etrangères (LLCSE): focuses on languages, literature, foreign culture and society.

UFR Littérature, Linguistique, Didactique (LLD): mainly involves literature, linguistics and teaching methods.

Ecole Supérieure d'Interprètes et de Traducteurs (ESIT): the Higher School of Translation, is one of the most famous translation schools in France, training senior professionals in written and simultaneous interpretation.

Institut des Hautes Etudes de l'Amérique Latine (IHEAL): Institute of Advanced Studies in Latin America, focusing on academic research related to Latin America.

Ranking

In the 2021 QS World University Rankings by Subject, Paris III University ranks 48th in the world in the field of modern languages.

Expenses

Tuition fees: The reference registration fee is about 300 euros.

Living expenses: Depending on personal lifestyle and consumption habits, the cost of living in Paris is relatively high, including accommodation, food, transportation, etc., about 1000-1500 euros per month.

Campus

Campus environment: The main campus is located in the Latin Quarter of Paris, surrounded by many historical buildings and cultural attractions. The campus is shaded by trees and has a unique architectural style. It is full of a strong cultural and artistic atmosphere, providing students with a quiet and comfortable learning environment.

Campus facilities: The school has a famous library system Service Commun de Documentation de la Sorbonne Nouvelle, including libraries such as Bibliothèque interuniversitaire Sainte-Geneviève, which has a rich collection of books, exquisite interior decoration, and a strong humanistic atmosphere, providing strong support for the study and research of students and teachers. In addition, the school is also equipped with complete teaching and scientific research facilities, such as libraries, laboratories, computer centers, gymnasiums, restaurants, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions.