Exchange: Lyon 3 – Jean Moulin University

Lyon 3 – Jean Moulin University named for the famous WW2 resistance fighter and organizer, offers a wide range of courses. Located in the centre of Lyon – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the second largest university town in France – and in Bourg-en-Bresse (Ain), Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University offers a learning and research space focused on the humanities and social sciences with programmes ranging from two-year foundation degrees to PhDs (Bac +2 to Bac +8). With seven doctoral schools and 19 research units, the University develops interdisciplinary research linked to major social issues. A member of the University of Lyon – Community of Universities and Institutions (COMUE) it is home to more than 27,000 students  

Credit Equivalency: 60 Credits = 5.0 UofT FCE 

Available Courses: Check here. 

Restricted Programs: Masters in Law and Arts 

Housing: Housing is guaranteed for nominated exchange students from U of T who submit their housing application by the deadline stipulated by the host institution. Students must follow instructions from the host institution, and specific room types and/or locations may not be guaranteed. Please find information here. 

Location

Country(ies): France
City: Lyon
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Aug-Jan), Winter (Jan-Jun), Full-Year (Aug-Jun)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 14, 2026
Winter Deadline: April 8, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English, French
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering (Undergrad), Arts and Science (St. George, Undergrad), UTM (Undergrad), UTSC (Undergrad), Faculty of Information (Undergrad), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education (Undergrad), Rotman Commerce, School of Graduate Studies
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.5 (Undergraduates) or B (Graduates) Language requirement: depending on course selection, French B1 may be required. The student must have completed 2 years prior they start their program.