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Université Gustave Eiffel

Champs-sur-Marne, France

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: univ-gustave-eiffel.fr

Overview

English Name: Gustave Eiffel University
Acronyms: UPEMLV
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
ARWU (Shanghai) 2021 #801-900 CWTS Leiden 2025 #939 SCImago 2026 #1404
Université Gustave Eiffel campus scene
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Founded 2020.

Decree n° 2019-1360 December 13, 2019. Replaces Université de Marne-la-Vallée (UPEM) and the Institut français des sciences et technologies des transports, de l'aménagement et des réseaux (IFSTTAR).

Joined by the following Institutions : Ecole des ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris (EIVP), Ecole nationale supérieure d'architecture de Paris-Est (EAVT), Ecole supérieure d'ingénieurs en électronique et électrotechnique de Paris (ESIEE) and Ecole nationale des sciences géographiques (ENSG)

Location & Contact

Université Gustave Eiffel's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.

Address: 5 Bd Descartes
Postal Code: 77420
Phone: 33 (0)1 60 95 75 00
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Academic Details

The numbers behind Université Gustave Eiffel: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation
Total Students: 17,000
Full-Time Academic Staff: 1,200

Faculties & Divisions

Université Gustave Eiffel's faculties, divisions, and subject specialisms are listed below.

Applied Sciences (Institute) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Technology
  • Town Planning
Electronics and Computer Science (Institute) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Telecommunications Engineering
Services Engineering (Institute) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Engineering
  • Management
  • Real Estate
  • Service Trades
  • Technology
  • Tourism
Technology (Institute) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Energy Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Marketing
  • Public Administration
  • Technology
Town Planning (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Town Planning
School of Engineering (School) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Production Engineering
Economics and Management (Unit) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Economics
  • Management
Human and Social Sciences (Unit) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Geography
  • History
  • Social Sciences
Languages and Civilizations (Unit) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • American Studies
  • English Studies
  • Germanic Languages
  • Hispanic American Studies
  • Modern Languages
  • Spanish
Literature, Arts, Communication and Technology (Unit) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Communication Studies
  • Literature
  • Technology
Mathematics (Unit) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Mathematics
Physical Education and Sports (Unit) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Physical Education
  • Sports
  • Sports Management

Programs Offered

Every programme Université Gustave Eiffel currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

236 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France

Bachelor's Degree 64 programmes

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Master's Degree 172 programmes

Master's Degree in Actuariat
Natural Sciences & Mathematics

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Arts numériques et cultures visuelles
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Cinéma et audiovisuel
Film & Animation

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Création musicale et arts sonores
Arts, Design & Architecture

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Littérature, Savoirs et Culture Numérique
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Mondes anglophones. Discours, cultures, créations
Arts, Design & Architecture

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Mondes hispanophones. Ecritures, cultures, créations
Arts, Design & Architecture

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Musique et Informatique Musicale
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree in Arts, lettres et civilisations — Musique et production musicale
Music

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Scholarships in France

Funding options available to students studying in France, alongside Université Gustave Eiffel's costs.

Aide à la mobilité internationale
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 400 EUR per monthly · Travel · Covers Travel
Grant of 400 EUR per month for a study or internship stay abroad of 1 to 10 consecutive months that forms part of the degree programme; no more than 10 months in total across all higher education.
Bourse sur critères sociaux
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 6,335 EUR per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Monthly national grant paid over 10 months by the Crous, with eight échelons from 0 bis to 7 ranging from 1,454 EUR to 6,335 EUR per year (1,745 to 7,602 EUR if kept over the summer); overseas territories receive a supplement of 300 EUR.
Erasmus+ mobility grant
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Other funded · Travel · Covers Travel
Monthly grant generally between 300 and 700 EUR depending on destination and whether the stay is a study period or an internship; 786 EUR for students of overseas institutions; supplements of 250 EUR per month for students meeting inclusion criteria and a sustainable-travel supplement.
ESSEC Foundation Need-based Scholarship
ESSEC Foundation · Foundation funded · 20,000 EUR per total · Partial Tuition
Need-based tuition aid for ESSEC students facing financial difficulties: average 5,000 EUR, maximum 20,000 EUR, and 15,000 EUR over three years; 447 scholarship students were supported in 2025.
France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
Campus France · Government funded · International students · 1,200 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living, Travel, Insurance
Monthly allowance of 1,200 EUR for master students (up to 12 months for M2, 24 for M1, 36 for engineering degrees) and 2,100 EUR for doctoral students (12 to 36 months), plus international transport, insurance, housing search and cultural activities; tuition fees are not covered.

How to apply to Université Gustave Eiffel

How to apply to Université Gustave Eiffel — a five-step structure.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Université Gustave Eiffel's 236 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Université Gustave Eiffel typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Université Gustave Eiffel processes applications through www.univ-gustave-eiffel.fr. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at 33 (0)1 60 95 75 00. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Université Gustave Eiffel

Quick answers to common questions about Université Gustave Eiffel.

In which city is Université Gustave Eiffel?

Université Gustave Eiffel is based in Champs-sur-Marne, France.

Is Université Gustave Eiffel a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students study at Université Gustave Eiffel?

Université Gustave Eiffel has approximately 17,000 students.

What degrees does Université Gustave Eiffel offer?

Université Gustave Eiffel delivers master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

Who recognises Université Gustave Eiffel?

Université Gustave Eiffel is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.

How do I find Université Gustave Eiffel online?

The institution's website is www.univ-gustave-eiffel.fr.

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