Places to live and study at Nantes Université
University Libraries (BU): Your new go-to spot!
More than just a place to study, our university libraries are welcoming spaces where you can work, relax, and connect with others. They are spread across all 7 campuses of the university, in Nantes, Saint-Nazaire, and La Roche-sur-Yon. As well as access to books and documents — both on-site and to borrow — the libraries offer a wide range of services (laptop loans, printing and photocopying, Wi-Fi workspaces, workshops and training sessions, and more). They also run cultural events throughout the year, including exhibitions, readings, and talks. Find out more about the University Library.La Station SUIO: A friendly space for your career
110 Bd Michelet – NantesA flexible and welcoming venue where you can meet professionals, explore career paths, and find job opportunities. La Station SUIO is a hub for professional networking, hosting events such as breakfast meetings, afterwork gatherings, workshops, talks, and job dating sessions. For more information, contact the Careers Service (SUIO): suio@univ-nantes.fr
The Services Hub (Maison des services)
110 Bd Michelet – NantesThe Services Hub brings together several key student support services under one roof: the Careers and Guidance Service (SUIO), the Student Health Service, the Disability Support Service, and Social Workers.
The Student Centre (Pôle Étudiant): The heart of student life
Campus du Tertre – NantesThe Student Centre is the university's main hub for student associations and cultural activities — the place to be if you want to get involved! There is even a cafeteria for when you need a bite to eat. Similar student spaces are also available on all other university campuses.
TU-Nantes: A university theatre at the heart of campus Tertre
Campus TertreA vibrant venue for emerging artists and live performance, TU-Nantes offers a rich programme of high-quality professional theatre and dance productions. It is also a great place to gain new artistic and cultural experiences. Its café-canteen is open for you to work, relax, or grab a meal. Visit the TU-Nantes website.
The MEIF: International Exchange and Francophonie Centre
15 Chaussée de la MadeleineThe MEIF is an information, support, and advice centre dedicated to encouraging student mobility for students from Nantes, improving the welcome given to international students, and promoting intercultural and multilingual exchange.
The Language Resource Centre
Looking to improve your language skills, get advice, or borrow learning materials? Want to discover new languages and cultures, or simply meet new people? The Language Resource Centre is the perfect spot — whether for a coffee break, a film at lunchtime, or some reading between classes.University restaurants and cafeterias
University restaurants and cafeterias are managed by the CROUS. To find out more about these facilities, visit the CROUS Nantes – Pays de la Loire website.Office of Student Life
The Office of Student Life supports student initiatives and livens up campuses. Located in the "Pôle étudiant" right in the heart of the Tertre Campus, you will also find an information kiosk on each campus, where a student will inform you on services available to students.
Contacts
Office of Student Life (Direction de la Vie Étudiante)
Pôle étudiant- Chemin de la Censive du Tertre
BP 41214 - 44312 Nantes Cedex 1
Tel. : 02 72 640 440
dve@univ-nantes.fr
http://www.univ-nantes.fr/dve
Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
The association Autour du Monde-ESN Nantes helps you get settled in on your campus and in the city. Autour du Monde-ESN offers activities throughout your stay, putting you in contact with local businesses interested in your profile and getting you involved in community life.
Contacts
06 76 97 40 75
www.esn-nantes.org/en
esn.nantes@gmail.com
Updated on 16 March 2026.