University organization, governance, and bodies

Philippe Augé, 58, is a professor of public law specializing in tax law, tax procedures, and public finance.

After leading the merger of two Montpellier universities in 2015 to create the University of Montpellier, Philippe Augé worked to obtain I-SITE certification with the "Montpellier University of Excellence" project, involving 15 partners in the region. This momentum was reinforced by numerous successes in national programs such as the "Structuring of Training through Research Initiatives of Excellence (SFRI)" and "Integration and Development of IdEx and ISITE (IDeES)" projects, as well as "ExcellenceS."

Certified as a "University Innovation Hub" in 2021 and "Science with and for Society (SAPS)" in 2024, the University of Montpellier has also been awarded projects as part of the "Skills and Jobs of the Future (CMA)" program. Philippe Augé also led the transformation of the University into an experimental public institution on January¹, 2022.

Terms of office:

• Re-elections as President of the University of Montpellier (January 2019, January 2022, December 2025),
• Election as President of the University of Montpellier (January 2015),
• Election as head of PRES Sud de France (January 2012 – December 2014),
• Chair of the Legal Committee of the CPU (2012-2014)
• Re-election as president of UM1 (March 2012),
• Election for the presidency of UM1 (March 2009),
• Vice-President of the Board of Directors of Montpellier 1 University (April 2004 – March 2009),
• Director of the University Information, Guidance, and Career Services Department (SCUIO-IP) (2002–April 2009),
• President of the National Conference of SCUIO-IP Directors (July 2007 to June 2009),
• Director of the DESS (postgraduate diploma) and then the Professional Master's in Public Financial Law (2003–2006),
• Member of the National Council of Universities – Section 2: Public Law (October 2005 – December 2008),
• Director of Studies at IPAG (2002-2007),
• Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law (2001-2003),
• Deputy Director of the Institute of Overseas Law (IDOM) (1999–2005),
• Member of the Montpellier Center for Administrative Research and Studies (CREAM) since
  1990.

Professional background:

• Master's degree in Public Law (1990),
• Doctor of Public Law (1997),
• Authorization to supervise research (2007),
• Lecturer in Public Law (1997),
• University Professor of Public Law (2009).

Honorary distinctions:

• Knight of the Legion of Honor,
• Knight of the National Order of Merit,
• Commander of the Order of Academic Palms.

Vice-President of the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier
(elected on December 17, 2025)

Nicolas Marty, 46, is a lecturer in public law at the Institut de Préparation à l'Administration Générale (IPAG) in Montpellier, where he has also been director since January 2020 (re-elected for a second term in January 2025).

Nicolas Marty specializes in administrative law and, as such, has been a member of the Montpellier Center for Administrative Research and Studies (CREAM) since 2002. Through his affiliation with IPAG, he is involved in preparing students for various civil service examinations in all three branches of the civil service, has contributed to several exam preparation books, and has served on various exam juries, particularly for local civil service positions.

He has also been Vice President of the National Conference of Directors of Institutes and Centers for General Administration Training (IPAG-CPAG), responsible for statutes and research, since 2020.

Career and Appointments:

• Since January 2025: re-election to the management of IPAG in Montpellier
• Since 2020: Vice President of the National Conference of IPAG-CPAG Directors, responsible for statutes and research
• 2020: Election to the management of IPAG in Montpellier
• 2018-2020: Director of Studies at IPAG in Montpellier
• 2017-2023: Co-director of the Master's program in Applied Public Law (Faculty of Law and Political Science, Montpellier)
• Since 2012: Member of the IPAG Management Board
• Since 2009: Senior Lecturer at the University of Montpellier
• 2007: Doctorate in public law
• 2005-2007: Assistant Professor (full-time)
• 2002-2005: Research grant recipient – Teaching assistant
• 2002: Master's degree in general public law

Bruno Fabre, 50, is a professor of management sciences specializing in finance.

Previously, he was Vice-President of the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier in 2015, was re-elected on January 7, 2019, and was Deputy Vice-President in charge of the budget, administrative and technical staff, and real estate assets at Montpellier 2 University (2012-2015).

terms of office:

• 2022: Appointed Chief Operating Officer of the University of Montpellier
• 2019: Re-elected Vice-Chair of the UM Board of Directors
• 2018: Appointed interim administrator of the Faculty of Law and Political Science
• 2016: Appointed interim administrator of the Montpellier Management Institute (MOMA), resulting from the merger between ISEM and the Faculty of AES
• 2015: Elected Vice-Chair of the UM Board of Directors
• 2012: Elected Deputy Vice President of UM2 in charge of the budget, administrative and technical staff, and real estate assets
• 2009: Elected to the board of the Montpellier Institute of Business Administration
• 2008: Elected to the Board of Directors of Montpellier 2 University
• 2007: appointed interim administrator of the Béziers University Institute of Technology, which became autonomous
• 2002: Elected to the management of the Business and Administration Management Department (GEA) at the Montpellier-Sète University Institute of Technology (IUT)

Professional background:

• 2009: University professor in management sciences
• 1999: Doctorate in Management Sciences
• 1996: Certified teacher of economics and management (high school certification)
• 1995: Master's degree in Management Sciences

Sébastien PONS

Deputy Chief Operating Officer in charge of resources and management

Pascale SAURET

Deputy Chief Operating Officer in charge of training and student and institutional life

Yves CORREC

Deputy Chief Operating Officer in charge of real estate, logistics, and health and safety

Agnès Mignot, Vice President for Research

University professor, member of the Montpellier Institute of Evolutionary Sciences (ISEM). Agnès MIGNOT was vice president in charge of research simplification and national program monitoring during the previous term.

Agnès Fichard-Carroll, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Life

Professor at the Faculty of Science, member of the Montpellier Institute of Neuroscience (University of Montpellier, INSERM). A specialist in neuroscience, she has been teaching in Montpellier since 2001. Agnès Fichard-Carroll has been Vice President for Education and University Life since 2022. She was Vice President for Social Responsibility at the University of Montpellier from 2015 to 2021. She has been the institution's Gender Equality Officer since 2015, a role she also held when she was Vice President for Social and Cultural Action at Montpellier 2 University from 2013 to 2015.

2022–2025

Frédérique Carcaillet, Vice President for Environmental Issues

University lecturer at the Faculty of Sciences, MARBEC (University of Montpellier, IRD, Ifremer, CNRS)

David Cassagne, Executive Vice President of Digital for Training

Professor at the Faculty of Science, member of the Charles Coulomb Laboratory (University of Montpellier, CNRS)

Gérald Chanques, Deputy Vice President for Historical Heritage

University Professor-Hospital Practitioner, Vice Dean for General Affairs, Heritage and Promotion, Campus Life, Member of the Faculty of Medicine, Montpellier University Hospital, Laboratory of Physiology and Experimental Medicine of the Heart and Muscles (PhyMedExp / Inserm, CNRS, University of Montpellier)

Alain Hoffmann, Vice President in charge of simplifying teaching processes and tools

University Professor, Faculty of Science, IES (University of Montpellier, CNRS)

Anne Laurent, Vice President for Open Science and Research Data

Professor at Polytech, member of the Montpellier Computer Science, Robotics, and Microelectronics Laboratory (University of Montpellier, CNRS)

Bernard Maurin, Executive Vice President, Real Estate

University professor, University Institute of Technology of Nîmes, member of the Mechanics and Civil Engineering Laboratory (University of Montpellier, CNRS)

Agnès Mignot, Vice President in charge of simplifying research and monitoring national programs

University professor.
Member of the Institute of Evolutionary Sciences in Montpellier.

Isabelle Parrot, Vice President for Science-Society Relations

Lecturer at the Faculty of Science, member of the Max Mousseron Biomolecules Institute (University of Montpellier, CNRS, ENSCM)

Marie-Christine Sordino, Vice President for Ethics and Professional Conduct

Professor at the Faculty of Law and Political Science, member of the Dynamiques du droit laboratory (University of Montpellier, CNRS)

Activity Report 2024-2025

(2024 Review / 2025 Projects)

In 2024, the University of Montpellier once again distinguished itself through its dynamism, its capacity for innovation, and its commitment to responding to contemporary societal challenges. Through structural projects led by a highly mobilized academic community despite a fragile political and budgetary context, UM continues to assert its place among research-intensive universities, both nationally and internationally.

Our membership in the UDICE alliance, our successes in European Research Council calls for proposals, and the inauguration of the Immun4Cure IHU, dedicated to autoimmune diseases, are testament to this strong scientific ambition. The influence of our research also extends to major topics such as the exposome, artificial intelligence, and marine renewable energies, confirming our leading role in the ecological and technological transition.

In terms of education, UM has taken a new step forward with the adoption of its first study regulations (R3E) and the framing of micro-certifications. The transformation of teaching practices, particularly through the integration of generative artificial intelligence, illustrates our ability to anticipate and support changes in higher education. The past year has also seen the strengthening of our actions in favor of student success and campus life. From JANE to solidarity food distributions, through the implementation of new study programs and the development of sports and cultural activities, we are making inclusion, solidarity, and well-being the pillars of our action.

International outreach remains a key focus of our strategy. Our involvement in the CHARM-EU alliance, our increased participation in major European events, and the development of bilateral partnerships are strengthening our presence in the global higher education and research arena.

In 2025, we will continue to pursue the momentum we have built with determination. The Hcéres evaluation of our research structures, programs, and institution, the implementation of new Long-Term Thematic Programs (PTL), the rise of the University Innovation Hub, and the modernization of our infrastructure are all challenges that we will tackle collectively.

This report provides an overview of the key events of 2024 and outlines the actions currently being developed for 2025.

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Training management

The purpose of this document is to clarify how training policy is implemented and managed at the central level in coordination with teaching and research structures and our partners, to outline the prerogatives of the various bodies involved in its development, and to describe the administrative and technical resources that enable its deployment.

2025 HISTORICAL HERITAGE AND COLLECTIONS MASTER PLAN

On July 10, 2025, the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier approved its master plan for historical heritage and collections. Included in the 2021-2026 multi-year contract signed with the French government, this master plan addresses major challenges: making this exceptional heritage accessible to the entire university community, schoolchildren, and the general public; optimizing the resources, particularly human resources, already mobilized within the university; and developing a coherent overall vision for the management of historical heritage and collections.

Digital Master Plan 2024-2028

On June 10, 2024, the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier approved its digital master plan. Based on nine key areas, it aims to develop digital tools to adapt to the new educational, administrative, and research needs and practices of our institution and to take a new step forward in the digitization of its activities. The result of several months of consultation and reflection, this plan serves as a roadmap for the period 2024-2028.

Master plan for ecological transition 2023-2026

On November 20, 2023, the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier approved its master plan for ecological transition. Four areas of focus and 48 actions to reinforce the measures already implemented in recent years at the UM and to initiate and coordinate the implementation of an ecological transition policy at each site that is commensurate with its ambitions.

Disability Master Plan 2023-2025

On November 20, 2023, the Board of Directors of the University of Montpellier approved the new Disability Master Plan (SDH). With 43 of the 45 actions planned in the previous SDH having been implemented and the success of students with disabilities having been included in the 2023-2025 objectives, resources, and performance contract (COMP), UM is continuing its commitment to better inclusion of staff and students with disabilities.

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Student Life Master Plan 2021–2026

On November 18, 2021, the University of Montpellier's Board of Directors adopted the new student life master plan, the result of extensive consultation led by the student vice president with the Student Life Office, focusing on key areas: sports, culture, campus life, health, social issues, and student engagement.  

Montpellier University Charter on Academic Freedom

On February 3, 2025, the members of the Board of Directors approved the University of Montpellier's charter on academic freedom.

Principles for the use of AI in education at the University of Montpellier

On January 28, 2025, the Training and University Life Committee approved the principles for the use of Artificial Intelligence in training at the University of Montpellier. These principles were presented to the Board of Directors on February 3, 2025.

• Information literacy competency framework