Université de Strasbourg (Unistra or UDS)

Strasbourg University - Université de Strasbourg (Unistra or UDS) is one of the oldest educational institutions in Europe. By financial type, this is a non-profit public educational institution, in which 41,000 students receive education. The university campus is located in Strasbourg.

The University of Strasbourg was founded on the basis of the Johann Sturm Gymnasium, which was opened in 1537 by Protestants. In 1621, it received the status of a royal university, in which humanities and theology were taught. At first it was a small educational institution, which eventually turned into a large educational institution. Currently, UDS is ranked fourth in the French rating.

For several centuries of its existence the Université de Strasbourg has passed many tests. During the Second World War, the invaders captured him, opening his own educational institution in it. Then students and teachers created the "Combat Student" unit, taking an active part in the Resistance movement against the fascists. After the liberation of France, teachers and students again returned to their native walls. In 1970, Université de Strasbourg was divided into three separate universities: Strasbourg I was named after Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg II was named in honor of Mark Bloch, and Strasbourg III was named after Robert Schumann. And in 2009 they were again merged.

Famous graduates and teachers of the university

For several centuries of its existence, the University of Strasbourg has presented to the world many outstanding personalities who received education within its walls. The special pride of the university are 18 graduates who became Nobel Prize winners. Here are some students of the famous university, educated in it at different times:

• A famous poet, statesman and scientist - Johann Wolfgang Goethe. This man is known to the world primarily as the author of the poem "Faust", but no less outstanding were his services in the study of natural sciences, philosophy, mathematics.
• Nobel Prize winner in 1936, who received her for studying chemical processes in the transmission of nerve impulses. His contribution to the study of pharmacology, physiology and medicine is priceless.
• Arsene Wenger studied foreign languages at the university. Currently, he is the coach of the London football team Arsenal and is recognized as one of the best in his profession.
• Junker Jean Claude is a politician, prime minister of Luxembourg.

Also among the famous teachers of the institution were Louis Pasteur, Wilhelm Roentgen, Eduard Royce.

In 1892, Ernst von Ruber-Paschwitz, who led a group of researchers at Stargsburg University, invented a seismic station capable of recording seismic shocks at a great distance.

University of Strasbourg is chosen by applicants who decided to devote themselves to studying the following areas:

• Religion and theology. These areas are well developed and are distinguished by high quality of teaching, like other social and human sciences;
• Pharmacology, medicine, chemistry. Disciplines are deeply studied theoretically, and active research is conducted;
• International law, jurisprudence, international relations.

On the basis of the educational institution, deep research in the field of agriculture is conducted.

The teaching staff of Unistra is 2,500 specialists. There is an exchange program for students and teachers.

The University is located in Strasbourg (France), the historical capital of the province of Alsace. The campus occupies the whole quarter of the central part of the city. Administrative building educational buildings, libraries and student dormitories are located within walking distance, which is very convenient for students. In addition to historic buildings, new buildings have been built here, including the modern building of the Doctoral School.

Enroll in an educational institution can both French citizens and foreign applicants. For foreigners, knowledge of the French language is compulsory, since instruction is conducted on it.

All introductory documents must also be accompanied by a translation into French.

• The first step is to fill in the application on the CampusFrance website.
• The application is accompanied by a copy of the certificate of secondary education with a notarized translation into French. For those wishing to study in the Master's program, you must provide a diploma of higher education.
• For applicants for doctoral studies, submit a notarized copy of the master's diploma.
• For foreign students, you must provide a certificate of TCF or DELF for passing the language courses and passing the exam confirming the knowledge of the French language.

The educational calendar of the university is divided into semesters. Applicants who wish to enroll in a bachelor's degree must apply in the period from 18. 07 to 15.09. Masters can submit documents by October 15, and applicants for doctoral studies can apply twice: from 1.09 to 31.10 and from 18.07 to 30.09.

Tuition fee

Strasbourg University, like the rest of France's higher education institutions, is funded from the state budget. That is why the education in this university is free. With the exception of an annual fee ranging from € 184 to € 610. Also paid for doing sports, living in a hostel, registration of social security.

Every year, various scholarships are awarded by the French state, to which any student who has demonstrated high academic achievements and actively participates in public life of the university and research activity can claim. Such scholarships are appointed for one year and are paid monthly. The standard government scholarship is € 767 per month. To receive such a payment, you must apply for a university site. It is appointed by a special commission.

Like students from other French universities, foreigners studying at UDS can qualify for a CROUS scholarship. It is paid to foreign students who have lived in France for the past two years. Foreign students who study in the magistracy and doctoral studies, and have demonstrated outstanding abilities in the study of technical and engineering sciences, natural science and political science, as well as engaged in research activities, can apply for the Eiffel Scholarship. It ranges from € 1200 to € 1,400 per month.

Strasbourg University is a medical institution with a long history, an excellent reputation of teaching staff, as well as a strong research base. The quality of education in this university is confirmed by a number of outstanding graduates, Nobel laureates and famous scientists who received their education in Unistra. The education received in this higher educational institution is prestigious and allows successful employment of its graduates.

Now the old university lives a new life. New innovative teaching technologies were introduced in the educational process, but at the same time the high-level quality of education was preserved.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision