History
Since its creation in 1973, the Université Lumière Lyon 2 has been committed to a strong and demanding vision of Higher Education and Research, driven by a spirit and values that are also its trademark: human and humanistic, committed and supportive, democratic and civic-minded.
Education
A founding member of the aggregation of universities and higher education institutions known as the COMUE Université de Lyon, the Université Lumière Lyon 2 welcomes nearly 30,000 students on two campuses to its bachelor's, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Its thirteen faculties and institutes offer a wide range of courses in four areas of education and research: Arts, Literature, Languages / Law, Economics, Management / Humanities and Social Sciences / Sciences, Technology, Health.
Research
Covering a very broad spectrum of disciplines in the Human and Social Sciences, the university is developing cutting-edge research in each of its fields. Sensitive to the concerns and issues of society such as gender, education, work, the city, disability, it participates fully in social progress through its research programs and numerous actions to disseminate knowledge.
With thirty-two laboratories and eight research federations, covering the fields of Letters - Languages - Human and Social Sciences, the university is committed to innovation, interdisciplinarity, partnership and international openness.Career
The SCUIO-IP's Internship and Integration Pole manages student internships, offers them job search assistance and documentation on the regional economic fabric.
The counsellors will inform you about the internship possibilities to which you are entitled (compulsory or optional internships, voluntary internships, internships abroad) and the steps to be taken.Lumière University Lyon 2 Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Lumière University Lyon 2. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Apr 2025
Kuwaiti Government Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
20 Jan 2025
Ashinaga Africa Initiative
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Excellence scholarship Bachelor - Bilingual classes - French Embassy in Laos
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
9000 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC Social Criteria Bursary
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
8200 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC High Honours Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3600 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Scholarship Foundation Rhineland-Palatinate
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 EUR
Deadline
22 Apr 2025
DashTickets Foundation Scholarship Opportunity for Undergraduate Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC Bourse de l’Espoir
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 EUR
Deadline
15 Oct 2024
Haniel Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC Excellence Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC Sport Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
EDHEC Giving - Laurent Freixe Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
649 EUR
Deadline
01 Feb 2025
Hans-Böckler-Stiftung Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
649 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
300 EUR
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Franco-German University: DFH Mobility Grant for Students of the DFH Study Programmes
Merit-based
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University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
1001
2024
1001
2023
1001
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
-
2024
1201
2023
1201
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Student services
The International relations department ensures the international openness of the university. Its role is to:
- Coordinate and promote international student and staff mobility
- Host international delegations
- Develop international cooperation agreements and projects
- Promote our academic and research programs at an international level
- Support and develop the internationalisation at home – from the academic curriculum, to the interactions between home and international students and faculty.
Library services
The university has two main libraries, one on each campus, in which collections are sorted according to areas of studies.
ICT services
Libraries are equipped with Wi-Fi as well as Ethernet ports (cables not provided) and electric outlets Students may also use one of the Chevreul library’s 150 open-access Macintosh computersor the Bron library’s 41 computers; with these students may access to the university’s resource catalogue, databases, the library’s web pages, the “Applis” service and the online learning platform, Moodle.
Medical services
The Université Lumière Lyon 2 has a health service, the “Service de Santé Universitaire ou SSU ». You can make an appointment with a doctor there.
The university has a support service for students with disabilities, the “Mission Handicap”. The “Mission Handicap” is there to welcome students with disabilities and help them succeed their studies.
Campus life
With almost 30,000 students, our two main campuses, Berges du Rhône and Porte des Alpes, boast a range of facilities.
Located at the heart of the Lyon Metropolis, both campuses offer a dynamic and exciting student lifestyle, with extensive sporting amenities, handy on-campus services and a range of cafes and restaurants.
Sports facilities
Some of the sports you can practice at Lumière Lyon 2:
- Athleticism and endurance (Track and Field, Weight Lifting, etc.)
- Martial arts, combat, and self-defense (Aikido, Boxing, Capoeira, etc.)
- Ball games (Badminton, Basketball, Football, Rugby, etc.)
- Danse (African, Classic, Hip-Hop, Salsa et.)
- Horse-back riding
- Fencing
- Flexibility and well-being (Circus Arts, Gymnastics, Yoga)
- Precision (Archery, Circus Acts, Climbing)
- Water-related sports (Diving, Swimming, Water Polo)