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Université Rennes 2

Rennes, France • Founded 1969 • QS 2005 #437 =

Updated Jun 2026 · Source: univ-rennes2.fr

Overview

English Name: Université Rennes 2
Founded: 1969
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
QS World University Rankings 2005 #437 = ARWU (Shanghai) 2026 #401-500 SCImago 2026 #2577
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Based in Rennes, France, Université Rennes 2 is a public university that traces its founding to 1969. It functions as a higher-education provider.

Université Rennes 2 runs an extensive programme catalogue.

Student enrolment at Université Rennes 2 is 23,000 students.

Université Rennes 2 is ranked #2577 globally and #93 within France.

Location & Contact

Below are Université Rennes 2's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Address: Place du recteur Henri le Moal CS 24307
Postal Code: 35043
Phone: 24307 - 35043
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Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Université Rennes 2: scale, staffing, and accreditation.

Total Students: 23,000

Programs Offered

All active programmes at Université Rennes 2 are listed by degree level.

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

Bachelor's Degree 58 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in CPES
Environmental Sciences

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Bachelor's Degree in Diplôme d'Université

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence - Arts-lettres-langues
Arts, Design & Architecture

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence - Droit-économie-gestion
Law

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence - Sciences - technologies - santé
Computer Sciences

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence - Sciences humaines et sociales
Geography

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence - STAPS
Physics & Astronomy

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Master's Degree 323 programmes

Master's Degree in Archéologie, sciences pour l'archéologie
Archaeology

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Master's Degree in Archéologie, sciences pour l'archéologie — Archéologie des périodes historiques
Archaeology

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Master's Degree in Archéologie, sciences pour l'archéologie — Préhistoire et archéosciences
History

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Master's Degree in Arts de la scène et du spectacle vivant — Médiation du spectacle vivant à l'ère du numérique
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree in Arts de la scène et du spectacle vivant — Perspectives critiques
Performing Arts

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Master's Degree in Bio-géosciences — Paléontologie, Paléo-environnements et patrimoine
Museum Studies

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Master's Degree in Bio-géosciences — Science de la vie, de la terre et de l'univers
Natural Sciences & Mathematics

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Master's Degree in Bio-informatique — Analyse de données génomiques
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree in Bio-informatique — bio-informatique pour la santé
Computer Sciences

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Associate's Degree 1 programme

Associate's Degree in DEUST
Library Science

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Scholarships in France

Funding options available to students studying in France, alongside Université Rennes 2'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 Rennes 2

How to apply to Université Rennes 2 — a five-step structure.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Use the programme finder to browse Université Rennes 2's 382 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Université Rennes 2 typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    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
    Submit via the institution

    Université Rennes 2 processes applications through www.univ-rennes2.fr. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    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 24307 - 35043. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Université Rennes 2

Below are key facts about Université Rennes 2, drawn directly from institutional records.

In what year was Université Rennes 2 established?

Université Rennes 2 was founded in 1969 (approximately 57 years ago).

What city is Université Rennes 2 in?

Université Rennes 2 operates from Rennes, France.

What is Université Rennes 2's control type?

Université Rennes 2 is a public institution.

How big is Université Rennes 2's student body?

Université Rennes 2 serves approximately 23,000 students.

What is Université Rennes 2's ranking?

Université Rennes 2 holds rank QS 2005 #437 =.

How do I find Université Rennes 2 online?

The institution's website is www.univ-rennes2.fr.

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