Overview
Tours University is a public university based in Tours, France, operating as a higher-education provider.
At Tours University, the institution teaches across master's and doctoral programmes, is organised into numerous faculties and schools and runs an extensive programme catalogue.
Tours University has 27,000 students.
Location & Contact
Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Tours University are listed below.
Academic Details
Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Tours University are listed below.
Degrees
Certificats and Diplômes d'Etudes françaises (for foreign students)
Master's 13 programs
- Arts and Humanities
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Education
- Fine Arts
- Law
- Management
- Modern Languages
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Teacher Training
- Technology
Doctoral 20 programs
- Art History
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Classical Languages
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Engineering
- Fine Arts
- Health Sciences
- Law
- Literature
- Management
- Mathematics
- Medicine
- Modern Languages
- Music
- Natural Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Physics
- Social Sciences
Other 23 programs
- Arts and Humanities
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Engineering
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Fine Arts
- Health Sciences
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Midwifery
- Modern Languages
- Pharmacy
- Physics
- Social Sciences
- Technology
Faculties & Divisions
Browse Tours University's faculties and divisions, along with the subjects they cover.
Renaissance Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medieval Studies
Arts and Humanities (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Educational Sciences
- History
- Music
- Musicology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Law, Economics and Social Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
- Geography
- Law
- Management
- Public Administration
- Social Sciences
Letters and Languages (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
- Foreign Languages Education
- German
- Italian
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Modern Languages
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Medicine (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
Pharmacy (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pharmacy
Science and Technology (Faculty) 16 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Animal Husbandry
- Behavioural Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Natural Sciences
- Neurosciences
- Physics
- Physiology
Lifelong Education (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Continuing Education
Technology (IUT Blois) (Institute) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Materials Engineering
- Technology
- Telecommunications Engineering
Technology (IUT Tours) (Institute) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Bioengineering
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Electrical Engineering
- Sales Techniques
- Social Work
- Technology
Engineering (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes Tours University offers is searchable and grouped by level below.
295 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Bachelor's Degree 60 programmes
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Master's Degree 235 programmes
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Scholarships in France
Funding options available to students studying in France, alongside Tours University's costs.
How to apply to Tours University
How to apply to Tours University — a five-step structure.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Tours University runs 295 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Before applying to Tours University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for France.
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Get your documents ready
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Tours University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Apply through the official channel
Lodge your application through the official website (www.univ-tours.fr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Reach out and track your application
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tours University
Quick answers to common questions about Tours University.
In which city is Tours University?
Tours University is based in Tours, France.
Is Tours University public or private?
Tours University is a public institution.
How many students study at Tours University?
Tours University has approximately 27,000 students.
What programmes are available at Tours University?
Tours University delivers master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
Is Tours University officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.
What is Tours University's official website?
Tours University's official website is www.univ-tours.fr.
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