University of St Andrews

At a glance

The University of Perpignan, established in 1349, offers a wide range of subjects across five faculties. The University has several sites, but the main one is located in Perpignan. It is close to the sea and to the Spanish border, making it an attractive option for Joint French - Spanish students. The University of Perpignan has a student population of 10,000.
Established : 1349
Student Population : 10000

Website and links

Website : Perpignan Homepage

Study abroad guide : Come Study at UPVD

Who can go

Students on degree programmes in the following subject areas may apply to study abroad during their Junior Honours year at Université de Perpignan (University of Perpignan):

• French

Semesters Available

• First Semester
• Second Semester
• Full Year

Note: Joint Honours students may only apply for a full year abroad if BOTH subjects are listed above. Joint Honours students applying for one semester must seek permission from both Schools.

Study abroad coordinator

Each School has a designated Study Abroad Coordinator.

Semester dates

Semester dates are as follows

2023/4
Semester 1 Sep 2023 to Jan 2024
Semester 2 Jan 2024 to Jun 2024
2024/5
Semester 1 Sep 2024 to Jan 2025
Semester 2 Jan 2025 to Jun 2025

Your studies abroad

St Andrews academic requirements

• Minimum Credit in Academic year : 48
• Minimum Credit in Semester : 24
• Maximum Credit in Academic year : 60
• Maximum Credit in Semester: 30
• Module Weighting : 3,5,8

Partner Course Catalogue : Courses are taught in French.

Please note that additional fees associated with modules in the Arts-Theatre programme, run in conjunction with the local Conservatoire in Perpignan, are not covered under this exchange agreement.

See our Credits and Modules Abroad webpage for information on the number of credits we expect students to take at our partner institutions. St Andrews expects students to attend all classes as part of their programme abroad. Assessment methods may vary across partners and could include class participation, continuous assessment in the form of homework and final exams. All courses must be agreed with your Study Abroad Coordinator. See our academic information webpage for further details, as well as information about credit and grade conversion.

Application and selection

This is a School Abroad programme.

Places available

Places available : 2 semester places.

Places available may vary from year to year depending on the exchange balance. Numbers for the following academic year will be confirmed at the information meeting.

Getting there and getting around

The airport in Perpignan is approximately 5km away from the town centre. Buses and taxis run from the airport to the town. Girona Airport is 77km away. There is a regular bus service from Girona Airport to Perpignan.

There is a frequent public transport from the town-centre to surrounding areas. It is a twenty minute walk from the University campus into the town centre.

Accommodation

University accommodation may be available but is not guaranteed; you should therefore, be prepared to seek private accommodation if necessary.

Please note that St Andrews is unable to guarantee housing at any of our partner institutions. Guidance on finding accommodation abroad is available on the Global Office webpage.

Student services and orientation

For information about student services please refer to Perpigan's webpage.

Please be aware that student support services will be different across all of our partner universities.