Studying at UFR STAPS
What is the UFR STAPS?
In France, the UFR STAPS are faculties of sciences and techniques of physical activities and sports. STAPS students are trained in a wide range of professions related to sport and physical activity.
What do we learn?
At Montpellier's UFR STAPS, training is multidisciplinary, combining biological sciences (neurosciences, physiology) and human sciences (psychology, sociology, history, anthropology). A large part of the STAPS students' timetable is devoted to sports activities: Athletics, Basketball, Badminton, Dance, Climbing, Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Judo, Bodybuilding, Swimming, Rugby, Tennis, Triathlon, Sailing and Volleyball.
Allcourses are taught in French, so international students must have a B2 level to be successful.
Find out more about our bachelor's and master's courses
Contact
UFR STAPS
700 av du Pic Saint-Loup
34090 MONTPELLIER I FRANCE
T: +33 (0)4 67 41 57 00
@:Courriel RI
How do I get to study at UFR STAPS?
Individual students outside exchange programs
If you are applying for individual enrolment at the UFR STAPS, the procedure is different if you are a national of an EU or non-EU country. You'll find all the information you need on this page(under the heading "Individual mobility").
You can also find information on the Campus France website.
Exchange student
A welcome guide for international students on exchange programs is available inEnglishand French. You'll find all the information you need on this page.
How do you organize your arrival in Montpellier?
Housing
To help you in your search for accommodation:
- TheCROUSdeMontpellier can offer you accommodation
- Accommodation in university halls of residence may be available, but the number of places is very limited. Please contact the UFR STAPSInternational RelationsOffice.
Catering
There is a CROUS cafeteria on the UFR STAPS site (fast food). You can also eat at the various university restaurants located around the campus (for information, the price of a meal is around €3.50).