Student accommodation near the University of Bordeaux

Student flats and spare rooms near UBordeaux

Pay attention to the location of the different campuses since, according to the area in which they are located, it is the most convenient neighbourhood to look for accommodation.

Where is the University of Bordeaux located?

It has several campuses in Bordeaux and the surrounding area, the most important being those we name below:

Talence Campus

This is the main campus and is located in the Talence area, south of the centre of Bordeaux. It houses most academic disciplines, including the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. It is also where the administrative facilities and the main library of the institution are located.

Carreire Campus

This campus is just a few minutes from the centre of Bordeaux, to the southwest of it. It is focused on the area of ​​Health and Medicine. It is located next to the Bordeaux University Hospital and close to the Pellegrin University Hospital.

La Bastide Campus

It is located on the other side of the Garonne River from the centre of Bordeaux, in the Bordeaux-Bastide district. It hosts the Department of Administration Sciences (PUSG), focusing mainly on that area.

Victoire Campus

The Victoire Campus is located in the historic centre of Bordeaux, in the Victoire district. In fact, it is part of it, as it is a very beautiful historical building. It also has a magnificent 19th century library. As far as teaching is concerned, the Faculty of Social Sciences teaches here, including:

• Social anthropology and ethnology
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Educational Sciences

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the University of Bordeaux

These are some of the neighbourhoods most chosen by young people every year:

Talence

Talence is known for being quiet and residential, with easy access to the university's main campus facilities. From this neighbourhood you will be able to reach the city centre in about 30 minutes, so you will also be able to enjoy all that Bordeaux has to offer in your free time.

Bordeaux Centre

Living in the city centre can be an exciting experience, especially for those who enjoy urban life, culture and nightlife. The Victoire Campus is certainly located right there, but for the others you’ll have to use a bicycle or public transport to get there (although they all have good connections).

La Bastide

Living here is ideal, especially if you are going to go to the La Bastide Campus of the institution. This district is located on the other side of the Garonne River and is connected to the centre of Bordeaux by several bridges. La Bastide is known for its relaxed atmosphere and its panoramic views of the historical centre. In addition, the cost of accommodation can be a little more affordable than in the most central area of ​​the city.

Student residences near UBordeaux

In Bordeaux you will find a variety of student residences available, both private and public. University halls of residence, as in the rest of France, are run by the organisation called Crous. The price can range from approximately €200 to €400, although it always depends on the type of accommodation you request or are assigned (they can be single rooms, shared rooms or studio apartments).

Erasmus at the University of Bordeaux

Pay attention to these details so you can make the most of your exchange at the French institution:

• Take advantage of French courses for international students! They are called “French as a foreign language (FLE)”, and are free of charge for exchange students. This will allow you to immerse yourself in the local culture and give you the opportunity to communicate better with the French.
• The Student Life Centres (BVE) organises an orientation week for international students at the beginning of each semester. We recommend that you join their events, where you will be able to obtain more information about the institution and the city, as well as meet other young people who will be studying at UBordeaux at the same time as you.

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