Welcome to Bordeaux !

The University of Bordeaux offers students and staff a high-quality working and living environment. Located in southwest France, on the European Atlantic coast, the city of Bordeaux, also known as the “Wine Capital” of the world, is located at the very heart of Southern Europe, only a few hours from major European cities and just one hour from the Atlantic Ocean.

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LIVING IN BORDEAUX

Bordeaux is the capital of the Aquitaine region, that benefits from a rich natural environment such as the Atlantic ocean or the Pyrenees. City of art and History, wine capital of the world, Bordeaux is listed as UNESCO World Heritage, and has been classified as the "European best destination" by the travel guide Lonely planet in 2015. In a nutshell, this modern and changing city is an attractive place to live !

STUDENT LIFE

Find here what you need to know about the services and customized support provided by the University of Bordeaux on its different campus sites.

EVERYDAY LIFE

What you need to know to help you get settled in your everyday life in Bordeaux.

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WELCOME CONTACTS

Whether you are a student, a researcher or a doctor, there is always someone to welcome you to the University of Bordeaux!

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CAMPUS LIFE

The students on each site have access to a wide range of services: student life centers, libraries, career guidance, university restaurants, associations, etc.

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HEALTH CARE

The staff at the Student Health Center are available to answer your questions and provide support for your health or student life.

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MEDIA

To keep up with the University of Bordeaux and Bordeaux students news, several types of media are available: social networks,  and Radio Campus.

Updated on 26/07/2022

Contact

Light Sciences and Technologies Graduate Program
Université de Bordeaux

Institut d’Optique d’Aquitaine
Rue François Mitterrand
33405 Talence - France

Contact by email

Campus France sheet

2022-2023 Welcome guide

Researchers welcome guide