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Sciences Po Bordeaux

Pessac, France • Founded 1948

Updated May 2026 · Source: sciencespobordeaux.fr

Overview

English Name: Sciences Po Bordeaux
Acronyms: IEP
Founded: 1948
Control Type: Public

Sciences Po Bordeaux stands as a public institution founded in 1948. It operates from Pessac, France as a higher-education provider.

Sciences Po Bordeaux's academic profile: it teaches across master's and doctoral programmes, is organised into a single faculty and runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Find Sciences Po Bordeaux on the map and its contact channels below.

Address: 11 allée Ausone Domaine Universitaire
Postal Code: 33607
Phone: +33556844252
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Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Sciences Po Bordeaux are listed below.

Academic Year: September to April (September-December; January-April)
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (Baccalauréat) or equivalent, entrance examination.

Degrees

School Diploma in Political Sciences (Leve 7, Master registered in the RNCP). Doctorate in partnership with Université Bordeaux

Master's 1 program
  • Political Sciences
Doctoral 7 programs
  • Geology
  • History
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Political Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Sociology
Other 1 program
  • Political Sciences

Faculties & Divisions

Sciences Po Bordeaux's academic divisions and the subject areas each houses are listed below.

Political Sciences (Course/Programme) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Administration
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Management
  • Political Sciences

Programs Offered

Sciences Po Bordeaux's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

2 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Bachelor's Degree in Licence Sciences sociales et Sciences du vivant
Biological Sciences

Master's Degree 1 programme

Master's Degree in Sciences politiques
Politics & International Relations

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Scholarships in France

Funding options available to students studying in France, alongside Sciences Po Bordeaux'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 Sciences Po Bordeaux

How to apply to Sciences Po Bordeaux — a five-step structure.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Sciences Po Bordeaux

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Sciences Po Bordeaux runs 2 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Before applying to Sciences Po Bordeaux, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for France.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Sciences Po Bordeaux's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.sciencespobordeaux.fr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +33556844252. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sciences Po Bordeaux

Concise answers to common questions about Sciences Po Bordeaux.

In what year was Sciences Po Bordeaux established?

Sciences Po Bordeaux was founded in 1948 (approximately 78 years ago).

Where is Sciences Po Bordeaux located?

Sciences Po Bordeaux is located in Pessac, France.

Is Sciences Po Bordeaux a public or private institution?

Sciences Po Bordeaux operates as a public institution.

What qualification levels does Sciences Po Bordeaux offer?

Sciences Po Bordeaux delivers master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

Is Sciences Po Bordeaux accredited?

The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.

Where can I learn more about Sciences Po Bordeaux?

You can find Sciences Po Bordeaux online at www.sciencespobordeaux.fr.

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