Student Life at Jean Moulin, Lyon

We’re big believers in learning by doing, preparing you to face the challenges of the real world with confidence as soon as you step off the graduation stage. Embark on an educational voyage right in the centre of Lyon, where the brilliance of academic pursuits collides with the richness of cultural diversity. Seize the chance to weave yourself into the fabric of our dynamic community at Lyon 3 University. Welcome to where your academic journey amplifies amidst a backdrop of vibrant student life.

You have chosen to join Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 for one term as part of your studies on the JANUS Joint Master’s programme. Located in the vibrant city of Lyon, at the crossroads of major European routes, Lyon 3 offers you an academically stimulating environment in the heart of a dynamic, culturally rich urban area.

Your time at Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 will be an opportunity to experience French university life, discover the city of Lyon and develop new academic, linguistic and intercultural skills that will enrich your JANUS Joint Master’s journey.​

Initiate your academic adventure at Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University, where we offer a wide array of services and amenities aimed at enriching your educational journey. From language courses to library access, and from extensive student assistance to diverse dining choices, we’ve got everything you need conveniently located on campus.

Language courses are a crucial part of the student experience at Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University. International students, whether studying in French or English programmes (DEUF and SELF), benefit from mandatory French as a Foreign Language classes.

Our Language Competence Centre at University Jean Moulin Lyon 3 offers self-study opportunities in over 200 languages, including rare ones not typically taught on campus. Staff at the LCC assist students in developing all four language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—while also providing support in grammar, vocabulary, and business languages.

Additionally, the LCC offers remedial English courses through computer programs, aiding in language certification preparation. The centre also organises certification exams, enhancing students’ language proficiency.

Discover the linguistic resources available at University Jean Moulin Lyon 3’s Language Centre and enrich your academic journey with opportunities tailored to Lyon student life.

Near every campus, you’ll find a range of dining options tailored to suit diverse tastes, ensuring students have plenty of delicious choices and convenient access to campus facilities.

For students with disabilities or health issues requiring special student accommodation in Lyon, it’s advised to notify the student health service at the beginning of the academic year or during registration.

The provides ongoing assistance and guidance for students with disabilities, working closely with academic teams and university services to tailor accommodations, including accessibility to facilities, academic support, exam arrangements, and career integration.

Our commitment is to ensure an inclusive environment where every student, including international students with unique needs, can excel. Contact the Disability Support Centre for personalised assistance.

Accessing financial support can be crucial for students pursuing their academic goals. Here at Lyon 3 University, we offer a range of assistance options to help alleviate the financial burden of higher education.

Social Criteria Scholarships: Awarded annually by the Lyon CROUS (Regional Centre for University and School Affairs), these scholarships are granted based on the student’s family’s financial situation and their field of study. Recipients of social criteria scholarships are exempt from tuition fees and the Contribution to Student Life and Campus (CVEC) fee.

FSDIE Social Fund Commission: Designed to assist students facing financial difficulties.

Specific Aid: One-time grants, annual allowances.

Other Scholarships and Financial Support: Merit-based aid, funding for international travel, doctoral research grants, government-guaranteed student loans.

Travel Tips and Essentials: 

Discover the convenience of transportation and the array of exhilarating tourist attractions that await you in Lyon, enriching your student life experience.

Transport:

• Lyon is easily accessible by train from Paris and Geneva, boasting a highly efficient public transport network comprising buses, trams, and metros.
• The city also offers a bike-sharing system with stations conveniently located throughout.
• Additionally, river shuttles operate for a large part of the year.

Getting to Lyon 3:

• Geographical address: Manufacture des Tabacs Campus, 6 rue Professeur Rollet, 69008 Lyon; Palais de l’Université Campus: 15 quai Claude Bernard, 69007 Lyon.
• Travelling to the university by car is not the most convenient option in downtown Lyon; however, numerous parking spaces are available near the campuses.
• Coming to the university by train: The Manufacture des Tabacs campus is located 10 minutes from the Part-Dieu railway station. The campus is accessible from the main station via tram (line T4).

This coverage includes:

• Civil liability
• Travel assistance
• Personal accident
• Death and repatriation