Université Michel de Montaigne - Bordeaux 3

The University of Bordeaux Montaigne is today one of two universities in Bordeaux. It was founded in 1970 as one of three institutions created from the division of the University of Bordeaux (the other universities were merged in 2014). It is characterized by its focus on the humanities. Of its nearly 16,000 students, around 2,500 are international students.

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Department of Geography Homepage

Université Michel de Montaigne - Bordeaux 3

Academic Focus of the Department of Geography

Human Geography:

Sustainable Development
Urban Spatial Studies
Geography of the Tropics
Geography of Africa
Development and Regional Studies

Key Teaching Areas

Urban and Regional Studies
Geographical Development Research

Information for Erasmus Students

Number of Erasmus Places: 2 (1–2 semesters; Bachelor’s and Master’s)
Language Level: B2 French
Semester Dates: Winter Semester: Mid-September to late December (exams: early to mid-January); Summer Semester: Mid-January to mid-April (exams: late April to early May)
Erasmus Application Deadlines: Winter Semester: 31 May; Summer Semester: 15 November
English-Taught Courses: Partially
Homepage for Erasmus Students
Course Catalogue
Accommodation
Student Testimonials
Fact Sheet (219 KB)

Further Information

International Welcome Desk for International Students
Incoming student calender (248 KB) 2025/26