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Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Early September to Late December

Semester 2: Early January to Late May

 
 
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Module Catalogue

The University has details of the modules available.

View module catalogue
 
 
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Student Guide

You probably have plenty of questions about your destination. You can find some of the answers in The University of Tours' student guide.

View student guide
 
 
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Accommodation

Main student housing providers for the University of Tours' incoming exchange students are The Crous. They offer both public and private housing options next to the various university sites.

Explore your accommodation options
 
 
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Financial Support and Living Costs

Find out your estimated monthly expenses and learn what forms of financial support may be available to you.

As a UK Erasmus student, for the 2021/22 academic year you are entitled to receive an Erasmus Grant. Guidance on funding for students undertaking exchange in the 2022/23 academic year will be added soon.

View cost of living information
 
 
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Transport

Buses are the most efficient way to move around Tours. The local bus company is called Fil Bleu and its network runs throughout the city and its suburbs. You can subscribe for a monthly student pass: 23€/month + 2€ to create the card.

Learn more about the public transport