University of Picardie Jules Verne

Université de Picardie Jules Verne (UPJV) is a major comprehensive public university located in the historic city of Amiens in northern France, within the Hauts-de-France region. The university is named after the renowned French science fiction writer Jules Verne, symbolizing its commitment to innovation, exploration, and the dissemination of knowledge. Established in 1970, though its educational heritage dates back to earlier institutions, UPJV has evolved into a modern higher education institution with diverse disciplinary strengths, dedicated to providing high-quality teaching and research and playing a central role in regional economic, social, and cultural development. UPJV offers a wide range of Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs across disciplines such as Law, Economics, Management, Arts, Literature, Languages, Humanities, Health Sciences, and Science and Technology. The university demonstrates significant research strength in the humanities, medicine, environmental sciences, and certain engineering and technology fields, boasting numerous national and international collaborative research laboratories. With comprehensive campus facilities, including modern teaching buildings, libraries, specialized laboratories, sports facilities, and student service centers, UPJV provides an excellent learning and living environment for its students. The university particularly emphasizes developing students' practical skills and professional qualities, encouraging participation in internships, project research, and international exchanges to enhance their competitiveness in the global job market. As a public university, UPJV attracts students from around the world with its relatively low tuition fees. The university actively promotes its internationalization strategy, having established close partnerships with numerous universities worldwide, offering students abundant opportunities for international exchange and dual degree programs. Furthermore, UPJV has a dedicated international student services department, providing French language courses, administrative assistance, accommodation guidance, and cultural integration support to help international students better adapt to studying and living in France. While Amiens may not boast the same level of internationalization as France's major metropolises, its unique regional culture, friendly community atmosphere, and relatively low cost of living provide an ideal environment for students to immerse themselves in French language and culture.