UFR STAPS Montpellier

What UFR STAPS Montpellier does

UFR STAPS Montpellier is a public university department (Unité de Formation et de Recherche) within the Université de Montpellier, specializing in sports science and physical education higher education. Established as part of the national STAPS discipline introduced in 1974, it delivers a three-year Licence STAPS bachelor's degree with four specializations (Adapted Physical Activity and Health, Education and Motor Skills, Sports Training, Sports Management), a portfolio of Master's programs across four specializations (APAS, EOPS, MS, IEAP), the MEEF-EPS teaching certification track, vocational DEUST programs, and a Professional Bachelor's degree. It also offers institutional diplomas and micro-certifications, plus continuing education and apprenticeship pathways through ENSUP LR.

The institution operates from the Veyrassi Campus at 700 Avenue du Pic St Loup in Montpellier, a 15,000-hectare site co-located with the Euromov human movement research center. Its technology stack is standard public-sector university infrastructure: Digital Work Environment (ENT) for student-faculty-administration communication, Esup Stage for internship management, and national admission platforms (Parcoursup, eCandidat, MonMaster, Campus France). The technology is not proprietary and serves administrative rather than competitive differentiation purposes.

Revenue derives from French government higher education allocations (primary stream), government-regulated tuition fees, professional and continuing education programs, and rental income from external organizations renting Veyrassi Campus sports facilities and event spaces. The institution serves baccalauréat holders entering Licence programs, continuing students seeking Master's specialization, vocational candidates pursuing DEUST and Professional Bachelor's pathways, international exchange students via Erasmus+ and bilateral agreements, and external organizations renting campus facilities. It also hosts approximately 100 high-performance athletes under a dedicated status program.

Name

UFR STAPS Montpellier

Legal name

Université de Montpellier – UFR STAPS

Website

https://staps.edu.umontpellier.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

UFR STAPS Montpellier is a public university department within the Université de Montpellier delivering Licence, Master's, vocational, and continuing education programs in sports science to baccalauréat holders, graduate students, vocational candidates, and international exchange students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education - Sports Science

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

College/University Athletic Departments & Varsity Programs (MPAKACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

College Recruiting & Scholarship Advisory / Athlete Placement (HSADAEAL), Hospitality, Tourism & Sports Management Schools (within Business Schools) (EDAHAHAL), Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs (EDAIAAAE)

Keywords

• Sports science education
• University degree programs
• Physical education teacher training
• Continuing professional education
• Sports facility rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Montpellier

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Higher Education Funding: As a public university department (UFR) of the University of Montpellier, UFR STAPS is primarily funded through French government higher education allocations. Tuition fees are regulated by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and are among the lowest in the world for public universities.
2. Facility and Venue Rental: The Veyrassi Campus generates rental income from external organizations renting sports facilities (gyms, stadiums, classrooms, lecture halls) and event spaces. Rental rates are published per hour or as 8-hour packages, with discounts for longer bookings and free/subsidized rates for student organizations and UFR departments.
3. Professional and Continuing Education: Revenue is generated through DEUST, Professional Bachelor's Degree, and institutional diploma programs offered as continuing education (Formation Professionnelle), including apprenticeship/work-study programs (alternance).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UFR STAPS Montpellier is a public university department delivering higher-education programs in sports science and physical activities, ranging from a three-year Licence STAPS with four specializations (APA-S, EM, ES, MS) to Master's programs, vocational DEUST degrees, and continuing education. The institution supplements teaching with rental of its sports facilities at the Veyrassi Campus to external organizations and supports research through co-located laboratories such as Euromov.

Product overview

UFR STAPS Montpellier is a university department (Unité de Formation et de Recherche) at the University of Montpellier offering comprehensive higher education programs in sports science and physical activities. The portfolio consists of a three-year Licence STAPS bachelor's degree (with four specializations: APA-S, EM, ES, MS), multiple Master's programs (APAS, EOPS, MS, IEAP tracks including RAPA, PESAP, GESAPPA, PPR, PsyCoach, MTS, DigiMove, 2SIA), the MEEF-EPS teaching preparation Master's, vocational DEUST programs (ACSS, AGAPS Football), the Licence Professionnelle GDOSSL, institutional diplomas (DE), micro-certifications, continuing education options, and facility rental services at the Veyrassi Campus. The institution primarily serves as an educational provider rather than a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Licence STAPS (Bachelor's Degree in Sports Science) A three-year undergraduate program (Level 6 Certification, Bac+3) providing multidisciplinary scientific training in life sciences, humanities, and social sciences related to physical activities and sports. Students choose specializations in Adapted Physical Activity and Health (APA-S), Education and Motor Skills (EM), Sports Training (ES), or Sports Management (MS) starting in the second year.
• STAPS Master's Programs Master's programs divided into four specializations: Adapted Physical Activity and Health (APAS), Training and Optimization of Athletic Performance (EOPS), Sports Management (MS), and Engineering and Ergonomics of Physical Activities (IEAP). Programs include RAPA, PESAP, GESAPPA, PPR, PsyCoach, MTS, DigiMove, and 2SIA tracks.
• MEEF-EPS Master's Degree Master's in Teaching, Education, and Training – Physical Education and Sports, preparing students for careers as physical education teachers in secondary schools and for the CAPEPS recruitment exam.
• DEUST ACSS (Professional Degree in Sports Services) A short two-year vocational program (Level 5 certification) training students in sports services management and marketing, preparing them for supervisory roles in sports organizations.
• DEUST AGAPS Football (Professional Degree in Soccer) A two-year vocational program specializing in soccer coaching, recreation, communications, and sports management within nonprofit or private organizations.
• Licence Professionnelle GDOSSL Professional Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Management, and Organization of Physical and Sports Activities, focusing on bridging university and professional world in sports management.
• Continuing Education Programs (Formation Professionnelle) Vocational training programs available for professionals including apprenticeships in DEUST, Licence Professionnelle, and certain Master's tracks (APAS PESAP, RAPA, GESAPPA, MS, and EOPS PPR M2).
• Veyrassi Campus Facility Rental Services Rental of sports facilities at the Veyrassi Campus including stadiums, multisport fields, weight rooms, classrooms, dance studios, gyms, dojo, climbing wall, tennis courts, rugby stadium, and lecture halls to external organizations for events, training camps, and competitions.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 95% of STAPS Master's alumni found employment within 30 months of graduation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• C3D – Conference of Directors and Deans of STAPS Academic UnitscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe C3D coordinates the development of STAPS programs across all 50 French STAPS university departments. It manages relationships with the Ministry of Higher Education, the sports sector, and the health sector. It has established five Bachelor's specializations and coordinated their inclusion in the National Directory of Professional Certifications (RNCP). Currently working on Master's specialization frameworks.
• INSPE – National Higher Institute for Teaching and Education (Montpellier Academy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe MEEF-EPS Master's program is organized by the Physical Education Department of UFR STAPS as part of INSPE. This partnership prepares students for the CAPEPS competitive exam for physical education teaching positions in secondary schools, linking academic training with national education system requirements.
• Métropole de MontpelliercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Métropole de Montpellier partners with UFR STAPS for the UE SSMA (Secours et Sauvetage en Milieu Aquatique / Aquatic Rescue) program, supporting the 'aisance aquatique' (aquatic comfort) training for approximately 100 children in the Montpellier metropolitan area. This collaboration provides students with practical field experience while serving the community.
• Euromov Center (Human Movement Research)coreTechnology or IntegrationThe Euromov Center, a research center dedicated to human movement, is co-located on the Veyrassi Campus alongside UFR STAPS buildings and the University Sports Center. It supports research-led teaching and provides students exposure to cutting-edge sports and movement science research.
• CROUS Montpellier (Centre Régional des Œuvres Universitaires et Scolaires)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCROUS operates the cafeteria on the UFR STAPS campus (Veyrassi Campus, corner of Building P1), providing subsidized meals to students (~€3.50 per meal). CROUS also manages student housing options including limited university housing spots referred through the International Relations Office.
• Erasmus+ Program Partners (European Universities)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ enables UFR STAPS students to study abroad at partner universities in Europe for one or two semesters. Students pay tuition to UFR STAPS and are exempt from fees at the host university. Must have completed at least one year of graduate study. Preference given to L3 and M2 students. Inbound exchange students from partner universities come to UFR STAPS under the same framework.
• Bilateral Cooperation Agreement Partners (Non-EU Universities)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCooperation agreements allow UFR STAPS students to study abroad at partner universities outside Europe. Students pay tuition to UFR STAPS and are exempt from fees at the host university. Must have completed at least one year of graduate study.
• IFMK Montpellier (Institute for Physical Therapy Training)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLAK STAPS students have reserved spots for admission to the IFMK Physical Therapy program: 20 spots in LAK1, 5 spots in LAK2. This partnership provides a pathway for STAPS students to enter physical therapy careers.
• ENSUP LR (Apprenticeship Partner)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorENSUP LR provides apprenticeship/work-study programs for all vocational degree programs (DEUST, Professional Bachelor's Degree) at UFR STAPS, enabling students to combine academic study with professional experience in the sports industry.
• ANESTAPS (National Association of STAPS Students)minorOthersANESTAPS is the national student association for STAPS departments in France. It provides information and analysis on STAPS programs and career opportunities, and advocates for STAPS students nationally.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• INSEP (Institut National du Sport, de l'Expertise et de la Performance): France's national institute for elite sport, supporting high-performance athletes and coaches. Operates in the same sports ecosystem as UFR STAPS but focuses on elite training rather than academic degree programs, making it a broader-incumbent peer.

Direct peers

• Beijing Sport University: China's premier sports university offering comprehensive sports science degree programs across training, management, and physical education; comparable in international sports higher education positioning and dual academic-athletic mission.
• Loughborough University - School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences: UK-leading sports science school consistently ranked top globally, offering degree and research programs closely comparable in scope, research intensity, and graduate outcomes to UFR STAPS.
• German Sport University Cologne (Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln): Germany's specialized university for sports science and physical education, offering comparable degree programs in sports science, training, management, and health. Closest international equivalent to UFR STAPS in scope, mission, and curriculum structure.
• Université de Bordeaux - UFR STAPS: Bordeaux STAPS faculty offering comparable Licence and Master's programs in Adapted Physical Activity, Sports Training, and Sports Management within the national STAPS framework.
• INEFC (Institut Nacional d'Educació Física de Catalunya): Catalan institute for physical education and sports sciences offering comparable undergraduate and graduate programs in sports science; similar public-sector mission and curriculum structure to a STAPS faculty.
• Université de Toulouse III Paul Sabatier - UFR STAPS: Toulouse STAPS faculty delivering comparable academic and research programs in sports sciences and physical activity within the national STAPS system.
• Sorbonne Université - Faculty of STAPS: Leading French STAPS faculty in Paris offering similar Licence and Master's programs in sports sciences within the French national STAPS system; directly comparable in curriculum, governance, and student profile.
• Université Paris-Saclay - UFR STAPS: Paris-Saclay STAPS faculty offering sports science programs in the French national STAPS framework, with strong research emphasis across training, health, and management.
• Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - UFR STAPS: Major STAPS faculty in Lyon, part of the 50-department French STAPS network, offering similar multidisciplinary sports science programs and research with comparable national-platform admissions.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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