University of London Institute in Paris

University of London Institute in Paris

Top reasons to study here

  • A small university where students can excel and perform at their best.
  • Each student will gain a personal learning experience, with greater contact hours and support from lecturers.
  • Interdisciplinary teaching to encourage critical thinking and reflection.

History

Originally known as the Franco-British Guild, it was established in 1894 by Edith Williams, who came to the Sorbonne to train as a teacher of English. She succeeded in becoming the second-ever woman to receive the Agrégation d’anglais. 

The Institute was incorporated into the University of London in 1969 and sits alongside the School of Advanced Study as a Central Institute of the University.

Education

The Institute in Paris provides an exceptional learning experience for students, combining the benefits of a small welcoming University, with the advantage of having close ties with London.

The University offers the opportunity to gain a wealth of experience that will prepare students for post university life. Studying in Paris, a vibrant and historically rich city, will broaden student perspective they may not have encountered before. 

The Institute in Paris is the UK’s leading institute in France and works in partnership with Queen Mary University of London to offer an outstanding Law (LLM) degree.

Research

The University of London Institute in Paris offers doctoral research supervision in the following broad areas:

  •  Modern and Contemporary History of France and Francophone World
  • Colonial and Postcolonial History and Culture
  • Gender and Sexuality Studies
  • Contemporary Visual Culture
  • Comparative Literature and Translation Studies
  • International Politics
  • Climate Policy
  • Social Justice 

This course is managed in partnership with the School of Advanced Study and the University of London institute in Paris.

Career

Students can access a range of services and tools from Careers and Enterprise at Queen Mary University of London. 

Additionally, they will also benefit from the experience of the University of London’s Careers Group, the largest higher education careers, and employability service in Europe.

Graduates can expect to go onto:

BA French Studies

  • Journalism
  • Translation and copy editing 
  • Marketing 
  • Law
  • International business and policy
  • Teaching and education

BA International Politics

  • Government, international governmental or non-governmental organisations
  • Policy research
  • Law
  • Activism and campaigning 
  • Charity sector

MA Urban History and Culture

  • NGOs
  • Think Tanks
  • Environmental Planning
  • Further research at PhD level

University of London Institute in Paris Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2025
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
3600 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Scholarship Foundation Rhineland-Palatinate
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
1588 EUR
Deadline
20 May 2025
French Government grants from the French Embassy in Korea
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
1350 EUR
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Scholarship "Promotion" Heinrich Böll Stiftung
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
300 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Franco-German University: DFH Mobility Grant for Students of the DFH Study Programmes
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
French Government grants from the French Embassy in Gabon
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
1800 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Eiffel Scholarship Program of Excellence
Merit-based

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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
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World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Voice Talent Online
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Grant
2055 EUR
Deadline
16 May 2025
André Mandouze Scholarship
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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
1700 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Scholarships for artists' residencies in Paris from the Austrian Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Civil Service and Sport
Merit-based

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Campus France
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
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Leopold Figl Foundation
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
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International Conference Scholarship
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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
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Student services

The University of London Institute in Paris is committed to providing a friendly and supportive environment.

The Student Services office sits directly as you enter the campus building. They are responsible for all administrative aspects over the student journey; this includes providing essential advice on healthcare, funding, visa applications, wellbeing support.

Housing services

Undergraduate students will predominantly stay in Nexity and Estudines private student halls in their First Year. 

Postgraduate students use private rentals and the Cité Universitaire complex.

Library services

Students benefit from access to a wide range of study resources and facilities, including several libraries, electronic information services, and computing facilities. The main library is the primary source of support and research material for students, offering subject-specific resources and access to dozens of electronic databases. 

ICT services

The Institute has support staff for all IT issues and questions.

IT support is provided through:

  • In-person visits
  • Helplines for staff and students
  • Online guides to enable users to get the most from their computing facilities
  • Training in IT skills for students

Medical services

Students have access to French national health cover, the Sécurité sociale, either through the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), or by registering to the Sécurité sociale directly.

Successful applicants receive detailed information in early summer on the basic level of health cover provided by the Sécurité sociale, as well as information on subscribing to additional health cover. 

Campus life

The University is housed within a 19th-century building, characterised by its limestone façade, spiralling staircase, and high ceilings. 

Located in the 7th arrondissement on the Rive Gauche, the campus overlooks the Esplanade des Invalides and the Eiffel Tower. 

The Student Union is located on campus which has its own kitchen and social area.

Sports facilities

As we are a small campus students locate external sports facilities. This is a brilliant way of immersing within the Parisian community and attending national level events.

Student clubs

  • Student Union (President, Vice President, Secretary, Education Officers, Events Officers, Welfare Officers, Diversity Officers, Treasurer) 
  • Sport societies (Running, Ski, Climbing, Rugby, Football, Volleyball)
  • Language societies (French, German, Hispanic)
  • Law society
  • Multifaith society
  • Food and drink societies (Gastro, Biscuit, Wine)
  • Film society
  • Book society
  • Drama society
  • Volunteering society
  • STAR (Student Action for Refugees)

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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