Overview
The University of Poitiers is a public French university spread across a network of city campuses in Poitiers, Châtellerault, Futuroscope, Angoulême, Niort and Ségonzac.
It holds the ExcellencES accreditation and teaches in every major discipline, from law, economics and management to life, health and sport sciences, science and technology, the humanities, languages, arts and education. Students can enter at the two-year higher national diploma level and continue through the Licence, professional bachelor's degrees, Master's degrees, engineering diplomas and the Doctorate, or begin with the first year of medical studies.
Teaching is organised in faculties and schools, including law and social sciences, economics, letters and languages, medicine and pharmacy, fundamental and applied sciences, human sciences and arts, and sport sciences, alongside the ENSIP engineering school, university institutes of technology, the IAE business school and several specialist institutes. Each faculty runs its own admissions office to handle enrolment, exams and certificates.
Research is grouped into engineering and digital sciences, environmental sciences and geosciences, life and health sciences, and human, economic, legal and social sciences.
Support services cover scholarships through the CROUS, housing guarantees such as Visale, health care, libraries, sport, culture and transport.
Location & Contact
Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Poitiers University are listed below.
Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Poitiers University are listed below.
Faculties & Divisions
Subject coverage by faculty at Poitiers University is listed below.
French as a Foreign Language (Centre) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Foreign Languages Education
- French
Training for Music Teachers (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Music Education
Basic and Applied Sciences (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Physics
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
Economics (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
Humanities and Arts (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arts and Humanities
- Classical Languages
- Cognitive Sciences
- Geography
- History
- Medieval Studies
- Music
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
Languages and Literature (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cinema and Television
- Classical Languages
- Latin American Studies
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Medieval Studies
- Modern Languages
- Theatre
Law and Social Sciences (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Criminal Law
- Law
- Private Law
- Public Law
- Social Sciences
Medicine and Pharmacy (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
Sports (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
- Sports
Doctoral Studies (Graduate School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Arts and Humanities
- Bioengineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Law
Business Administration (IAE) (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
Industrial, Insurance and Financial Risks Studies (IRIAF) (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Finance
- Insurance
Preparatory Administrative Studies (IPAG) (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administration
Technology (IUT Angoulême) (Institute) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business and Commerce
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Technology
Technology (IUT Poitiers) (Institute) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Computer Engineering
- Data Processing
- Electrical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Sanitary Engineering
- Technology
- Telecommunications Engineering
Engineering (ENSIP) (School) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Sound Engineering (Acoustics)
- Water Management
Teacher Training (ESPE) (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Teacher Trainers Education
- Teacher Training
Programs Offered
Browse Poitiers University's programmes by level, or filter by name.
279 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Bachelor's Degree 44 programmes
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Master's Degree 228 programmes
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Associate's Degree 6 programmes
Diploma 1 programme
Scholarships in France
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How to apply to Poitiers University
The application path for Poitiers University, in five steps.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Use the programme finder to browse Poitiers University's 279 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Programme-level requirements at Poitiers University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Assemble your application package
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.
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Submit your application
Poitiers University processes applications through www.univ-poitiers.fr. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Contact admissions and follow up
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)5 49 45 30 00. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poitiers University
Frequently asked questions about Poitiers University.
Where is Poitiers University located?
Poitiers University is located in Poitiers, France.
Is Poitiers University public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at Poitiers University?
Student enrolment at Poitiers University is around 28,000.
What qualification levels does Poitiers University offer?
Poitiers University delivers master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
Is Poitiers University accredited?
Poitiers University is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.
Where can I learn more about Poitiers University?
Poitiers University's official website is www.univ-poitiers.fr.
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