Overview of Schools, Institutes, and Faculties
Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Sciences is part of the University of Montpellier. It welcomes more than 8,200 students each year to its12 academic departments:
Biology – Mechanisms of Life (Bio-Mv); Biology-Ecology; Chemistry; Education Sciences and Research; Earth, Water, and Environmental Sciences (DESTEEM); Electronics, Electrical Engineering, and Automation (EEA); Physics; Computer Science; Languages; Mathematics; Mechanics; Polytech Engineering School Track (PEIP).
Its academic programs cover all fields related to the basic and applied sciences: mathematics, computer science, mechanical engineering, electronics, physics, chemistry, earth sciences, biology, ecology, …
She therefore proposes:
More than 40 bachelor's degree programs
More than 80 master's degree programs
5 professional bachelor's degrees
155 national degrees
To this end, the Faculty of Sciences draws on the expertise of the University of Montpellier’s research laboratories—particularly those affiliated with the faculty—in collaboration with other French and foreign universities, local governments, and major national research organizations.
Polytech
Polytech Montpellieris a public engineering school that is part of the University of Montpellier.![]()
Member of theCGE(Conference of Grandes Écoles) and theCDEFI(Conference of Directors of French Engineering Schools), POLYTECH Montpellier is part of one of the largest networks of engineering schools in France, thePOLYTECH Network, which comprises 14 public engineering schools located throughout the country.
The school is accredited bythe CTI(Commission des Titres d’Ingénieurs) to award engineering degreesin six specializations, which are available through both initial and continuing education programs for full-time students;three of these specializations are also available through apprenticeship programs.It graduates approximately 300 new engineers each year.
Since its founding in 1969 (under the name ISIM: Institut des Sciences de l’Ingénieur de Montpellier), Polytech Montpellier has produced more than 8,500 engineers for the industrial and service sectors and benefits from a very strong alumni network maintained bythe Polytech Connect association.
For more information:www.polytech-montpellier.fr
IAE
IAEMontpellieris a higher education institution specializing in management that was founded in 1956. As part of the University of Montpellier, the institute is a member of the IAE France network, which comprises 32 IAE institutions located throughout France.
Our mission:
To train students and professionals with backgrounds in science and technology in the methods of managing new technologies. This unique focus makes these graduates talented managers. This dual skill set—highly sought after by recruiters—is offered by IAE Montpellier through undergraduate, work-study, and continuing education programs.
The IAE offers 7 major areas of study:Project Management,Statistics,Purchasing/Sales/Business, Human Resources, Information Systems Management, Marketing, and Business Administration.Learn more about our programs:Our Programs
School of Pharmacy
Founded more than 200 years ago, theSchool of PharmacyThe Montpellier faculty ranks among the largest in France, with more than 2,300 students and nearly 400 faculty members—including teaching-researchers, instructors, researchers, and administrative and technical staff. Deeply rooted in its local community, the faculty plays a vital role in Montpellier’s pharmaceutical sciences by offering programs that address scientific and societal challenges and by contributing to the advancement of research in fields of excellence such as chemistry, the environment, and agricultural sciences…
The School of Pharmacy offers a range of programs and degrees that do not necessarily lead to the state-certified Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
The educational programs offered are both multidisciplinary and career-oriented in various fields, including medical biology, audiology, pharmaceutical sciences, nutrition, and oenology.
For more information:click here
School of Law and Political Science
The Faculty of Lawand Political Science in Montpellier is a long-standing institution of knowledge, learning, research, openness, and exchange at the heart of the city. Founded in 1249, the Faculty has continually evolved to provide its students with the tools they need for successful entry into the workforce.This component of the University of Montpellier offers a wide range of programs, including general bachelor’s degrees, professional bachelor’s degrees, thirty-four master’s programs, numerous university-specific diplomas, and a doctoral school, preparing students for a wide variety of careers. Thanks to more than sixty agreements and partnerships, it enables students to pursue international study opportunities at renowned universities abroad.https://droit.edu.umontpellier.fr

Montpellier Management
A true leader in management education, Montpellier Management—part of the University of Montpellier—offers programs that combine management sciences(finance, accounting, marketing, strategy, human resources) withadministrative sciences (economics,law). Our goal isto train high-level managers equipped with solid skills and capable of taking initiative and innovating.
Montpellier Management offers more than 40 degree programs recognized and accredited by the French government, ranging from the first year of a bachelor’s degree through the doctorate (bac +8), including8 bachelor’s degree programs, 8 professional bachelor’s degrees, and26 master’s degrees, in addition to a doctoral program anduniversity diplomas(including the DUCG and DUSCG certified public accounting diplomas, which prepare students for accounting certifications). All of these programs are designed to closely align with the future needs of entrepreneurs.
All of these programs are offered as initial training orcontinuing education(CIF, CPF, VAE); some programs are also available as distancelearning coursesin partnership with the CNED and the AUF (we currently have more than 600 students enrolled in our e-learning programs).
For more information:www.montpellier-management.fr

School of Economics
The School of Economicsbecame an independent institution in 1971, located on Rue Cardinal de Cabrières, in the heart ofMontpellier.
In 1995, it moved to the Richter campus on Avenue Raymond Dugrand, which has become a strategic location in Montpellier.
Located between the new city hall, the regional government building, and the road to the beaches (Carnon, Palavas-les-Flots, La Grande Motte…), the School of Economics offers an ideal setting for all its students.
The School of Economics is:
- 2,300 students
- 1 international race
- 1 “Success Support” program
- 4 Master's programs: 13 tracks (Energy, Environment, Transportation, Finance, Digital Technology, Public Policy, etc.)
- More than 50 agreements and partnerships that enable students to participate in international exchange programs
- A trading floor / an experimental economics lab
We are available to answer any questions you may have via email:eco-pro@umontpellier.fr
IPAG
The Institute for Preparation for General Civil Service Exams
Founded in 1963, the Institute for Preparation for General Administration (IPAG) was initially led by Pierre di MALTA, an associate professor of public law. Following its takeover by Professor Éric de MARI in 2002, the IPAG underwent a complete reorganization, which enabled it to take off and reach a high level of excellence. Since 2010, the Montpellier IPAG has experienced further growth, both in terms of its success rate and the diversity of its programs. In 2013, the programs were opened up to apprenticeships in the civil service. On January 27, 2020, Nicolas Marty was elected Director of the Montpellier IPAG for a five-year term.
All training programs are led by experienced professionals, such as senior government officials, regional directors (Mr. Bernard DELHOUME), and renowned academics (Mr. Nicolas MARTY), as well as professors from preparatory classes for the grandes écoles (Ms. Anne DAVID). This team effort involves about 100 people (see the“Team” page).
With a success rate on entrance exams of over 75% of its student body, as well as a specialized program that provides students with personalized guidance, IPAG in Montpellier ranks among the very best exam preparation centers in France.
IPAG is the smallest unit at the University of Montpellier, with only 200 students. But IPAG’s success is measured by its results, as 3 out of 4 students there pass a Category A or B competitive exam. The top priority here is career placement.
For a more detailed overview, feel free to check out ouroverview of IPAG

