What Université De Montpellier -Faculté De Médecine does

The Faculté de Médecine Montpellier - Nîmes is a public medical faculty within the Université de Montpellier that delivers the full French medical training cycle plus allied health programs across campuses in Montpellier and Nîmes. Founded circa 1220 and recognized as the world's oldest continuously operating medical faculty (800th anniversary celebrated August 17, 2020), it enrolls 14,476 students across first, second, and third cycle medical degrees (DFGSM, DFASM, DES), midwifery (Maïeutique), paramedical programs (Orthophonie, Orthoptie, Psychomotricité, DE IPA), and multiple research master's (EDSB, Gérontologie, Rehab, SHS, RSN, IDIL, BiotIN, Essais thérapeutiques), as well as thematic schools in Geriatrics, Surgery, and Cancer. Pedagogical infrastructure centers on a 3,300 m² simulation platform co-located with CHU Montpellier and CHU Nîmes, a traditional and digital anatomy laboratory, the Plateau Technique Expérimental (including PTNIM in Nîmes), a Moodle learning management system, and a unique-in-France standardized-patient program that trains roughly 250 students per year in therapeutic communication. Continuing education (DU-DIU, Capacités, DPC, FC, MC) and venue rental across the Bâtiment Historique, Arnaud de Villeneuve, Nîmes, and Jardin des Plantes sites complement a state appropriation funded through the French Ministry of Higher Education via Université de Montpellier. Distribution is through the national Parcoursup admissions platform for first-year intake, Erasmus for international mobility, and direct outreach via faculty websites, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and a dedicated YouTube channel; clinical training is delivered through partnerships with CHU Montpellier and CHU Nîmes.

The faculty is operated as a public higher education institution (no equity, no investors, no acquisitions or funding rounds) under the administrative umbrella of Université de Montpellier. It employs 429 teaching staff and 161 administrative and support staff (590 total), and its asset base includes the historic Bibliothèque Universitaire, Musée Atger, Anatomical Conservatory, and the Jardin des Plantes botanical garden. Notable historical alumni include Rabelais, Lapeyronie, Jeanbrau, and Loubatières. The Conseil de Gestion updated the ethics and deontology charter on October 10, 2023 in line with the Conference of Deans framework. Reported product lines span 22 named programs across core medical, paramedical, master's, thematic school, and continuing education categories, with technology modules (simulation platform, anatomy lab, experimental plateau, Moodle, venue rental) layered on top.

Name

Université De Montpellier -Faculté De Médecine

Legal name

Faculté de Médecine Montpellier - Nîmes - Université de Montpellier

Website

https://medecine.edu.umontpellier.fr

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Faculté de Médecine Montpellier - Nîmes is a public medical faculty within Université de Montpellier, founded circa 1220, delivering first-through-third cycle medical degrees, midwifery, paramedical, and continuing education programs to 14,476 students across Montpellier and Nîmes campuses in partnership with the regional university hospitals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical Schools (MD/DO Granting) (EDAHAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Healthcare Clinical Professions (CME/CE for Nurses, Allied Health, Pharmacy) (EDAAALAC)

Keywords

• Medical education
• Paramedical training
• Continuing professional development
• Healthcare degrees
• Medical simulation training

Headquarters

HQ city

Montpellier

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Higher Education Funding: Core funding from French Ministry of Higher Education and Research through Université de Montpellier, based on student enrollment and research metrics
2. Continuing Education and Professional Training: Revenue from DPC (Développement Professionnel Continu), DU-DIU (Diplômes Universitaires), Capacités, and specialized professional training programs for healthcare workers
3. Venue and Space Rental: Rental of historic buildings, lecture halls, and campus facilities for events, professional filming, and conferences
4. Taxe d'Apprentissage: French apprenticeship tax contributions from companies supporting professional education development

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Faculty of Medicine Montpellier-Nîmes delivers undergraduate, graduate, and continuing medical and paramedical education through French state-recognized degree programs. Its core offering includes three-cycle medical doctor training (DFGSM, DFASM, DES), midwifery programs (Maïeutique), paramedical diplomas (Orthophonie, Orthoptie, Psychomotricité, DE IPA), research master's degrees, specialized thematic schools (Geriatrics, Surgery, Cancer), and continuing professional education (DU-DIU, Capacités, DPC) for practicing healthcare workers.

Product overview

The Faculty of Medicine Montpellier-Nîmes is the world's oldest continuously operating medical faculty (800 years old since August 17, 2020), offering a comprehensive portfolio of medical and paramedical education programs. The core offering consists of three main pillars: (1) Primary medical training spanning three cycles (DFGSM, DFASM, DES) with thesis preparation; (2) Specialized health programs including midwifery (Maïeutique), speech therapy (Orthophonie), orthoptics (Orthoptie), psychomotor therapy (Psychomotricité), and advanced practice nursing (DE IPA); and (3) Graduate research master's programs (EDSB, Gérontologie, Rehab, SHS, RSN, IDIL, BiotIN, Essais thérapeutiques) plus thematic schools (Geriatrics, Surgery, Cancer). Supporting these academic programs are specialized pedagogical facilities including simulation platforms (3,300 m²), anatomy laboratories, experimental research plateaus, and an integrated Moodle learning management system. The faculty also operates the historic Jardin des Plantes botanical garden and offers venue rental services across its campuses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PASS – LAS (Parcours d'Accès Spécifique Santé – Licence avec option Santé) Initial year of medical studies preparation preparing students for entry into the medical degree cycle. Pursued by high school graduates (Lycéens) and undergraduates seeking admission to medical school.
• Médecine (DFGSM, DFASM, DES) Three-cycle medical doctor training program: 1st cycle (DFGSM), 2nd cycle (DFASM), and 3rd cycle specialization (DES) leading to medical thesis. For prospective medical students pursuing qualification as physicians in the French healthcare system.
• Maïeutique (Sage-femme) Midwifery program with 1st cycle (DFGSMa) and 2nd cycle (DFASMa) training, operated through the Département Universitaire de Maïeutique. For students pursuing midwifery degrees and obstetric care training.
• Orthophonie (Speech Therapy) Speech therapy training program within the paramedical division. For students pursuing careers in speech-language pathology.
• Orthoptie (Orthoptics) Orthoptics training program within the paramedical division. For students pursuing careers in orthoptics and visual rehabilitation.
• Psychomotricité (Psychomotor Therapy) Psychomotor therapy training program within the paramedical division. For students pursuing careers in psychomotor therapy.
• DE IPA (Diplôme d'État d'Infirmier en Pratique Avancée) Advanced practice nurse diploma program within the paramedical division. For nurses pursuing advanced clinical practice qualifications.
• Masters en Santé (EDSB, Gérontologie, Rehab, SHS, RSN) Graduate health programs including Master EDSB, Masters Gérontologie, Master Rehab, Master SHS, and Master RSN. For students pursuing graduate-level specialization in health sciences.
• Master IDIL « Sciences for Human Health » International master's program focused on human health sciences. For graduate students seeking international research-oriented training in health.
• Master BiotIN Master's program in biology and health. For graduate students pursuing biomedical sciences.
• Master Essais thérapeutiques Master's program focused on clinical trials and therapeutic research. For graduate students and healthcare professionals pursuing clinical research careers.
• École de Gériatrie et de Gérontologie Specialized school for geriatric and gerontology education. For medical students and healthcare professionals seeking specialization in geriatric care.
• École de Chirurgie Specialized school for surgical training and education. For medical students and surgical trainees seeking specialized surgical training.
• École du Cancer Specialized oncology school for cancer training (affiliated with ICM - Institut du Cancer de Montpellier). For medical students and healthcare professionals seeking specialization in oncology.
• DU – DIU – FC – MC (Diplômes Universitaires, Inter-Universitaires, Formation Continue, Micro-certifications) University diplomas (Diplômes Universitaires, Inter-Universitaires, Formation Continue, Micro-certifications) for continuing professional education. For practicing healthcare professionals seeking specialized credentials and continuing professional development.
• Capacités (Specialized Medical Capacities) Specialized medical capacities programs for additional medical qualifications. For practicing physicians seeking to add specialized medical competencies.
• DPC (Développement Professionnel Continu) Continuing professional development (Développement Professionnel Continu) for practicing healthcare workers. Mandatory for maintaining professional credentials in the French healthcare system.
• CESP (Congé d'Enseignement et de Recherche Médicale) Specialized program allowing medical professionals to take research and teaching leave. For practicing physicians seeking to combine clinical practice with academic research and teaching.
• Erasmus International Exchange Program International exchange program providing European student mobility through Erasmus partnerships. For enrolled students seeking international study experience.
• Location de Salles (Venue Rental Service) Venue rental service for the historic building, Arnaud de Villeneuve campus, Nîmes campus, and Jardin des Plantes for events, professional filming, and conferences. For event organizers, production companies, and institutions needing historic or specialized venues.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14,476 enrolled students
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CHU MontpelliercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity Hospital Center partnership for clinical training, simulation education, and healthcare professional development. Students conduct clinical rotations and simulation training at CHU facilities.
• CHU NîmescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity Hospital Center partnership for clinical training and simulation education on the Nîmes campus, providing hands-on healthcare professional education.
• Université de MontpelliercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent university entity providing institutional framework, funding, and administrative oversight for the Faculty of Medicine within the French public higher education system.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Université Paris Cité - Faculté de Médecine: Paris-based public medical faculty offering the full French medical-degree pathway with AP-HP teaching hospitals and equivalent DPC/DU-DIU continuing education. Closely comparable on program mix, public funding model and student throughput.
• Sorbonne Université - Faculté de Médecine: Paris-based public medical faculty inside a French state university, delivering the same DFGSM/DFASM/DES pipeline, paramedical programs and clinical training through AP-HP hospital partnerships. It is the most direct domestic comparator for scale, governance and curriculum.
• Université de Strasbourg - Faculté de Médecine: Public French medical faculty offering the same three-cycle medical training and paramedical programs with Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg as clinical partner. Same statutory constraints and academic positioning.
• Université de Lille - Faculté de Médecine: Large northern French public medical faculty with CHU Lille partnership and full medical plus midwifery curriculum. Comparable scale, multi-campus structure and national-admissions dynamics.
• Aix-Marseille Université - Faculté de Médecine: Large regional French medical faculty with multi-site training (Marseille/Nîmes-adjacent), CHU partnerships and midwifery plus paramedical programs. Same funding regime and curricular structure as the subject.
• Université de Nantes - Faculté de Médecine: Public French medical faculty on the same DFGSM/DFASM/DES pipeline with CHU Nantes clinical training and parallel paramedical offerings. Useful peer for budget, headcount and program-mix benchmarking.
• Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - Faculté de Médecine: Major French public medical faculty with strong research-hospital ties (Hospices Civils de Lyon), comparable three-cycle medical training and significant paramedical offering. Closely comparable on scale and statutory mission.
• Université de Bordeaux - Faculté de Médecine: Public French medical faculty delivering DFGSM/DFASM/DES programs through CHU Bordeaux with simulation-based teaching and thematic schools. Directly comparable on pedagogy, funding and target segments.

Broad incumbents

• University of Oxford - Medical Sciences Division: Globally established medical school with a comparable three-cycle training model, simulation infrastructure and prominent research-hospital partnerships. A broader international incumbent useful for benchmarking reputation, research scale and program mix.
• King's College London - Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine: Large UK medical school with strong hospital partnerships (Guy's, St Thomas', King's College Hospital), structured continuing professional development and an international student base. Comparable as an internationally recognized European medical faculty with diversified CPD revenue.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCygVUMUwu96TMAngjnvEPaw
• Facebookfacebook.com/FacMedecineMtpNimes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/universit%C3%A9-de-montpellier--facult%C3%A9-de-m%C3%A9decine
• Instagraminstagram.com/facmedecinemtpnimes

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Profiles2 records

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