Sorbonne University is a research-intensive public university in Paris, formed in 2018 from the merger of Paris-Sorbonne and UPMC. It ranks among Europe's top universities for arts, sciences, and medicine. Students gain access to world-leading research labs, historic libraries, and a degree recognised by employers across Europe and beyond.
Paris, France
Top 75 Globally
#1 in France (QS 2024)
Top 10 Globally — Arts & Humanities (QS)
Top 1% for citations in natural sciences
Top 50 Globally — QS Graduate Employability
Master in Humanities and Social Sciences
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
MSc in Biomedical Sciences
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
DELF B2 or equivalent
MSc in Mathematics and Applications
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Master in Medicine (Médecine)
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TCF: B2
MSc in Environmental Science and Ecology
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
#1 university in France — consistently ranked first by QS and Times Higher Education.
760-year academic legacy — one of the oldest universities in continuous operation in Europe.
55,000+ students across three faculties: Arts & Humanities, Science & Engineering, Medicine.
Major research partner — affiliated with 4 Nobel Prize winners since 2000.
Graduates enter sectors including healthcare, research, finance, and public policy across Europe.
Science and engineering alumni recruited by CNRS, Airbus, Sanofi, and leading EU institutions.
Arts and humanities graduates pursue roles in media, diplomacy, education, and cultural organisations.
A Sorbonne degree is a recognised gateway to PhD programmes at top global universities.
Undergrad
March 31 (Parcoursup deadline for EU); May 31 for non-EU
Postgrad
Rolling — typically closes April to June depending on programme
Sorbonne's main campus sits in the Latin Quarter on the Left Bank. Lecture halls, labs, and libraries are spread across central Paris, most within walking distance of each other.
Paris has one of Europe's largest student populations — over 700,000. Affordable student restaurants (CROUS), extensive metro access, and thousands of cultural events make day-to-day life practical and engaging.
Acceptance letter from Sorbonne University
Valid national passport
Proof of funds: ~€615/month
Proof of accommodation in France
Health insurance valid in France
Campus France registration (non-EU students)
