Université de Poitiers

1001–1200th
World University Rankings 2025
15, rue de l Hotel Dieu, 86073 Cedex 9, Poitiers, Vienne, 71117, France

About Université de Poitiers

The Université de Poitiers is one of the oldest universities in Europe having been founded in 1431. The university is situated in the city of Poitiers, France.

The university's establishment can be traced back to the efforts of Pope Eugene IV, who granted the university its charter in the 15th century.

The Université de Poitiers offers a range of academic programmes and degrees. At the undergraduate level, students can choose bachelor's degree programmes in various disciplines, including arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and more.

For those seeking further specialisation and expertise, the university offers an extensive selection of master's and doctoral programmes across different fields. These advanced degrees include subjects like political science, criminology, currency, international and European law and business communication.

In addition to its academic programmes, the university is home to various research centres and institutes, contributing to advancements in fields such as sciences, law, literature, language, and social sciences.

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Key statistics

  • 23%
    Proportion of ISR Publications
    (1)
  • 57 : 43
    Student Ratio of Females to Males
    (1)
  • 29,514
    Number of FTE Students
    (1)
  • 12%
    Percentage of International Students
    (1)
  • 28.9
    No. of students per staff
    (1)
Based on data collected for the (1) 2025 World University Rankings

Subjects taught at Université de Poitiers

  • Life sciences

    • Agriculture & Forestry
    • Sport Science
    • Biological Sciences
  • Social sciences

    • Politics & International Studies (incl Development Studies)
    • Communication & Media Studies
    • Geography
    • Sociology
  • Clinical, pre-clinical & health

    • Medicine & Dentistry
    • Other Health
  • Engineering & technology

    • Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
    • Civil Engineering
    • General Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • Physical sciences

    • Mathematics & Statistics
    • Chemistry
    • Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences
    • Physics & Astronomy
  • Arts & humanities

    • Languages, Literature & Linguistics
    • Art, Performing Arts & Design
    • History, Philosophy & Theology
    • Archaeology
  • Computer science

    • Computer Science
  • Psychology

    • Psychology
  • Law

    • Law
  • Education

    • Education
  • Business & economics

    • Accounting & Finance
    • Economics & Econometrics
    • Business & Management