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Nouméa
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The University of New Caledonia UNC (''Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie'') is a French university which is part of the Academy of
New Caledonia
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located in
Nouméa
Nouméa () is the capital and largest city of the French special collectivity of New Caledonia and is also the largest francophone city in Oceania. It is situated on a peninsula in the south of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre, a ...
.
The university goes back to 1987 when the ''Université Française du Pacifique'' (French University of the Pacific) was created, with two centres, one in
French Polynesia
)Territorial motto: ( en, "Great Tahiti of the Golden Haze")
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and the other in
New Caledonia
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. In 1997, the decision was made to split the two parts into separate universities and so in 1999 the ''Université de la Nouvelle Calédonie'' and the ''
Université de la Polynésie Française
The University of French Polynesia (french: Université de la Polynésie française) is a French university located in Puna'auia, French Polynesia.
History
Created by a decree of May 29, 1987, the university was originally called French Paci ...
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UNC hosts around 3,000 local and international students with a staff of about 100 professors and researchers and 100 administrative employees each year. The President of UNC is Gaël Lagadec, who succeeded Jean-Marc Boyer.
[http://www.univ-nc.nc/actualites/election-du-president-de-lunc. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 22 August 2013.]
History
![Main building at Nouville campus, University of New Caledonia](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f0/Main_building_at_Nouville_campus%2C_University_of_New_Caledonia.png)
UNC was initially a component of the ''Université Française du Pacifique'' (French University of the Pacific) founded in 1987 along with another center in
French Polynesia
)Territorial motto: ( en, "Great Tahiti of the Golden Haze")
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. Between 1992 and 1995, the university expanded in Nouville, one of the neighborhoods of
Nouméa
Nouméa () is the capital and largest city of the French special collectivity of New Caledonia and is also the largest francophone city in Oceania. It is situated on a peninsula in the south of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre, a ...
, where the Department of Sciences and Techniques and the administrative services are located. Since then, the Department of Law, Economy and Management is located in ''Les Anciens Ateliers du Bagne'' (The Old Penal Colony Workshops) in Nouville.
In 1994, a residence was built on the UNC campus to accommodate students and it was expanded in 2003 to make lodgings available to international students. In 2006, the French Government funded an extension of the Nouville campus in a view to closing the second campus located in Magenta in
Nouméa
Nouméa () is the capital and largest city of the French special collectivity of New Caledonia and is also the largest francophone city in Oceania. It is situated on a peninsula in the south of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre, a ...
.
On May 1, 2009, the ''
Institut Universitaire de Formation des Maîtres
The Institut Universitaire de Formation des Maîtres (IUFM; en, University Institute for Teachers Training) was an institution in each French teaching Academy (one for each region) which specialised in the training of primary and secondary teac ...
'' (University Institute for Teacher Training) of
New Caledonia
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, which had been created in 1990, was incorporated into UNC. It also covers
Wallis and Futuna Territory. The goal of the institute is to offer education including specific features found in
French Overseas Departments and Territories
Overseas France (french: France d'outre-mer) consists of 13 French-administered territories outside Europe, mostly the remains of the French colonial empire that chose to remain a part of the French state under various statuses after decoloni ...
to primary and secondary school teachers in
New Caledonia
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.
Thanks to the support of the French Government and the Government of
New Caledonia
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, UNC has grown considerably. Recently, several structures were built at the Nouville campus to accommodate athletes who participated in the
2011 Pacific Games
The 2011 Pacific Games (officially known as NC 2011) took place in Nouméa, New Caledonia, from August 27 to September 10, 2011. Nouméa was the 14th host of the Pacific Games. Upon closure of the registration for entries, "some 4,300 athletes" h ...
:
* a gymnasium
* a new residence of 500 rooms
* an extension to host professors and students from the Magenta campus
Academics
UNC is composed of a Doctoral School, an institute and four departments.
[http://www.univ-nc.nc/formation/politique-et-offre-de-formations. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 7 January 2012.] 13
Bachelor's degree
A bachelor's degree (from Middle Latin ''baccalaureus'') or baccalaureate (from Modern Latin ''baccalaureatus'') is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to six ...
s, 4
Master's degree
A master's degree (from Latin ) is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice. s and 10
Diploma
A diploma is a document awarded by an educational institution (such as a college or university) testifying the recipient has graduated by successfully completing their courses of studies. Historically, it has also referred to a charter or offici ...
s are offered at UNC as well as preparation for the competitive entrance examinations for medical school and the teachers' college.
[http://www.univ-nc.nc/formation/catalogue-des-formations. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 7 January 2012.] UNC also offers distance learning for off-campus students with the participation of the ''
Centre National d'Enseignement à Distance
The National Centre for Distance Education (''Centre national d'enseignement à distance'' or Cned in French) is a French public institution under the oversight of the Department of Education dedicated to providing distance learning material.
It ...
'' (French National Center for Distance Education).
[http://www.univ-nc.nc/formation/formation-distance. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 7 January 2012.]
Department of Law, Economy & Management
This department is run by Étienne Cornut, a professor in civil law, and is based at the Nouville campus.
[http://www.univ-nc.nc/propos-de-lunc/composantes. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 10 January 2012.] Four bachelor's degrees are available from UNC's Department of Law, Economy & Management:
* Bachelor of Law, Economy & Management: majoring in Law
* Bachelor of Law, Economy & Management: majoring in Economy and Management
* Professional Bachelor of Law, Economy & Management: majoring in Business
* Professional Bachelor of Law, Economy & Management: majoring in Accounting and Management
The department has signed agreements with the Lycée du
Grand Nouméa (Greater Noumea High School) located in
Dumbéa
Dumbéa (, ) is a commune in France, commune in the suburbs of Nouméa in the South Province, New Caledonia, South Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. The population of the commune was 35,873 according ...
in order to offer a combined bachelor and post-secondary preparatory class for the entrance to
École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay
The École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay (also ENS Paris-Saclay or Normale Sup' Paris-Saclay), formerly ENS Cachan, is a grande école and a constituent member of Paris-Saclay University. It was established in 1892. It is located in Gif-sur-Yv ...
, a prestigious university in
Cachan, France.
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Department of Literature, Languages & Humanities
The Dean of UNC's Department of Literature, Languages & Humanities is Vincent Clément, a professor in geography, and its administrative offices are located at the Magenta campus. UNC students can choose from among the following four undergraduate degrees at the Department of Literature, Languages & Humanities:
* Bachelor of Arts, Literature & Languages: majoring in English
* Bachelor of Arts, Literature & Languages: majoring in Regional Languages, Literature & Civilizations
* Bachelor of Arts, Literature & Languages: majoring in French Literature
* Bachelor of Humanities & Social Sciences: majoring in History & Geography
Two graduate degrees are also available to students:
* A Professional Master of Humanities & Social Sciences: majoring in Territorial Development
* A multidisciplinary Research Master of Arts, Literature & Languages: majoring in Arts, Literature & Civilizations
Department of Sciences & Techniques
The Department of Sciences & Techniques, located on the Nouville campus, is managed by Bruno Fogliani, professor in biology. UNC Department of Sciences & Techniques offers five undergraduate degrees:
* Bachelor of Science, Technologies and Health: majoring in Mathematics & IT
* Bachelor of Science, Technologies and Health: majoring in Physics & Chemistry
* Bachelor of Science, Technologies and Health: majoring in Life & Earth Sciences
* Professional Bachelor in Operating Systems & Software: majoring in Networks & Systems Administration
* Professional Bachelor in Operating Systems & Software: majoring in Intranet/Internet Applications Development
Students can also earn a graduate degree in:
* Master of Science & Technologies: majoring in Environmental Sciences
The coursework includes lectures in French and in English and is part of the cooperation between UNC, "Institut de recherche pour le développement
The Institut de Recherche pour le Développement or IRD () is a French science and technology establishment under the joint supervision of the French Ministries of Higher Education and Research and Foreign Affairs. It operates internationally ...
" (Research Institute for Development), University of Hawaii at Hilo
A university () is an educational institution, institution of higher education, higher (or Tertiary education, tertiary) education and research which awards academic degrees in several Discipline (academia), academic disciplines. Universities ty ...
and University of the South Pacific
The University of the South Pacific (USP) is a public university, public research university with locations spread throughout a dozen countries in Oceania. Established in 1968, the university is organised as an intergovernmental organisation and ...
.
Students can complete the "Première Année des Etudes de Santé" (first year of medical sciences) at UNC's Department of Sciences & Techniques. Upon completion of the three trimesters and four competitions included in that first year, students can study for various medical degrees in:
* Internal Medicine at Pierre and Marie Curie University
Pierre and Marie Curie University (french: link=no, Université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, UPMC), also known as Paris 6, was a public university, public research university in Paris, France, from 1971 to 2017. The university was located on the Jussi ...
in Paris
Paris () is the capital and most populous city of France, with an estimated population of 2,165,423 residents in 2019 in an area of more than 105 km² (41 sq mi), making it the 30th most densely populated city in the world in 2020. S ...
* Pharmaceutical Sciences at Paris Descartes University
Paris Descartes University (french: Université Paris 5 René Descartes, links=no), also known as Paris V, was a French public university located in Paris. It was one of the inheritors of the historic University of Paris, which was split into 13 ...
in Châtenay-Malabry
Châtenay-Malabry () is a commune in the southwestern suburbs of Paris. It is located 10.8 km (6.7 mi) from the center of Paris.
The French writer Chateaubriand lived in the estate ''Vallée-aux-Loups'' at Châtenay-Malabry. The Gar ...
* Dentistry at Paris Descartes University
Paris Descartes University (french: Université Paris 5 René Descartes, links=no), also known as Paris V, was a French public university located in Paris. It was one of the inheritors of the historic University of Paris, which was split into 13 ...
in Montrouge
Montrouge () is a commune in the southern Parisian suburbs, located from the centre of Paris. It is one of the most densely populated municipalities in Europe. After a long period of decline, the population has increased again in recent years.
...
* Midwifery at Pierre and Marie Curie University
Pierre and Marie Curie University (french: link=no, Université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, UPMC), also known as Paris 6, was a public university, public research university in Paris, France, from 1971 to 2017. The university was located on the Jussi ...
in Paris
Paris () is the capital and most populous city of France, with an estimated population of 2,165,423 residents in 2019 in an area of more than 105 km² (41 sq mi), making it the 30th most densely populated city in the world in 2020. S ...
* Physical Therapy at Saint-Maurice Hospital in Saint-Maurice, Val-de-Marne
Saint-Maurice () is a Communes of France, commune in the southeastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located from the Kilometre Zero, center of Paris. The insane asylum Charenton (asylum), Charenton was located in Saint-Maurice; it is now a psy ...
Finally, the following four diplomas are available:
* Diploma in Coordinating Physical, Fitness or Cultural Activities
* Diploma in IT Engineering & System Electronics
* Diploma in Applied Earth Sciences: Mining, Water & Environment
* Diploma in Extractive Metallurgy & Metallurgy Engineering
Department of Continuing Education
UNC's Department of Continuing Education provides training and education for employed students who wish to develop their personal skills.[http://www.univ-nc.nc/formation/formation-continue. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 11 January 2012.] The department can issue six diplomas to graduating students:
* Diploma for Access to University Studies
* Diploma of French as a Foreign or Second Language (intensive)
* Diploma of French as a Foreign or Second Language (non-intensive)
* Diploma in Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment
* Diploma in Energetics & Production
* Diploma in Publication Trades (Library Science)
University Institute for Teacher Training
The University Institute for Teacher Training was created in Noumea in 1990 and incorporated into UNC in 2009. At the institute, UNC students can either prepare for the competition to become a primary teacher in New Caledonia
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or earn a Master's in Educational Professions.[http://www.univ-nc.nc/formation/formation-des-enseignants
. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 11 January 2012.]
Doctoral School
UNC's Doctoral School is multidisciplinary and provides an opportunity to postgraduate students to conduct their research in an island context. The Doctoral School was created in conjunction with the University of French Polynesia
The University of French Polynesia (french: Université de la Polynésie française) is a French university located in Puna'auia, French Polynesia.
History
Created by a decree of May 29, 1987, the university was originally called French Pac ...
located in Tahiti
Tahiti (; Tahitian ; ; previously also known as Otaheite) is the largest island of the Windward group of the Society Islands in French Polynesia. It is located in the central part of the Pacific Ocean and the nearest major landmass is Austr ...
and is approved by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research
The Minister of Higher Education and Research (formerly Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation or ) is a cabinet position in the French Government overseeing university-level education and research. The ministry is headquartered ...
. The Doctoral School is run by Henri Bonnel, a professor of mathematics.
Research
UNC is the reference point for research in New Caledonia
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and the home of five research teams:[http://www.univ-nc.nc/propos-de-lunc/recherche. Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Retrieved on 7 January 2012.]
* Centre for New Studies on the Pacific Region
* Computer Studies and Mathematics Research Team
* Laboratory of Economic and Legal Studies
* Island Laboratory of Life Sciences and the Environment
* Multidisciplinary Centre for Earth Sciences and the Environment
The research teams are recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research
The Minister of Higher Education and Research (formerly Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation or ) is a cabinet position in the French Government overseeing university-level education and research. The ministry is headquartered ...
and focus on research need for the development of New Caledonia
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along with expanding cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
Notable people
Faculty
* Déwé Gorodey
Déwé Gorodey (1 June 1949 – 14 August 2022) was a New Caledonian teacher, writer, feminist and politician. She was active in agitating for independence from France in the 1970s. She published poetry, short stories and novels. From 1999, she ...
(born 1949) - teacher, writer, feminist and politician.
Alumni
* Didier Poidyaliwane
Didier Poidyaliwane (15 March 1966 – 12 January 2022) was a New Caledonian politician. A pro-independence activist, he was a member of the Caledonian Union (UC) and the Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front (FLNKS) and strongly defende ...
(1966-2022) - pro-independence politician
* Sonia Backès
Sonia Backès ( née Dos Santos; born 21 May 1976) is a French politician in New Caledonia. She is the current leader of the Caledonian Republicans party and the President of the Provincial Assembly of South Province since May 17, 2019.
In 2 ...
(born 1976) - politician, leader of the Caledonian Republicans party and the President of the Provincial Assembly of South Province
See also
* List of public universities in France by academy
In France, various types of institution have the term "University" in their name. These include the public universities, which are the autonomous institutions that are distinguished as being state institutes of higher education and research that p ...
References
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