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Erasmus Days: celebrating international mobility

Come and discover the international experience from October 12 to 21!

Knoxville-Cherbourg – sport and Normandy through the eyes of Tennessee students

In May 2026, students from Pellissippi State Community College spent 10 days in Cherbourg. They shared what feels like an intercultural experience like no other.

International students: How to ace your year at UNICAEN

You have been accepted to study at the University of Caen Normandy, find the main steps for a stress-free start to the new academic year!

This summer, Latin once again becomes a language of exchange

From 29 June to 3 July 2026, Le Carré International is organising an international summer school in Medieval Latin.

Slovenia and France strengthen their cooperation in the space sector

UNICAEN attended a Franco-Slovenian event aimed at strengthening cooperation in the space sector.

AcrossEU shifts into higher gear: a new European ambition takes shape

The AcrossEU alliance reached a milestone by submitting a new project proposal to the European Commission.

A look back at Teach & Connect, a week-long exchange on best teaching practices

UNICAEN welcomes seven teachers from partner universities to enrich teaching practives and stenghten our cooperation.

The Carré International’s summer schools: a linguistic and cultural immersion in the heart of Normandy

Various sessions open to the international public to learn or improve their French skills.

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