{"id":328,"date":"2017-10-12T15:40:24","date_gmt":"2017-10-12T13:40:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.umons.ac.be\/fs\/?page_id=328"},"modified":"2025-12-16T14:06:14","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:06:14","slug":"le-campus-la-ville-et-la-vie-etudiante","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.umons.ac.be\/fs\/en\/a-propos-de-la-faculte\/le-campus-la-ville-et-la-vie-etudiante\/","title":{"rendered":"The Campus, the City and Student Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you opt for private student accommodation or housing in one of the university residences, you will quickly realize that Mons is a very lively city: there is always something going on!<\/p>\n<p>The UMONS buildings are spread throughout the historic center, forming a true urban campus. The modern, human-scale campus is only a ten-minute walk from the beautiful historic center of Mons. It is easily accessible by car and public transportation, and is particularly close to the SNCB train stations in Mons and Nimy.<\/p>\n<p>This proximity to the city of Mons is reflected in various partnerships. In particular, the city offers UMONS students discounts on various cultural activities.<\/p>\n<p>The Faculty is very active in promoting scientific culture and has several science clubs open to all.<\/p>\n<p>Mons is also a city where people know how to have fun. Every year at Trinity Sunday, its Doudou festival, declared intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, attracts tens of thousands of visitors and tourists.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #029687;\">Student associations (AGE)<\/span><br \/>\nMore than 11,500 students enrolled at UMONS are members of associations within their respective faculties or schools. These associations organize festive activities throughout the academic year, such as theme nights, cultural outings, ski trips, and academic balls, in order to strike a pleasant balance between studies and leisure. They also ensure that newcomers are integrated into the community.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #029687;\">The Sports Unit<\/span><br \/>\nUniversity life extends beyond lecture halls and laboratories. The Sports Unit allows students and staff members to participate in sports activities organized within the University. Thanks to this unit, students and staff members also benefit from free or reduced-price tickets from our partners.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #029687;\">Various organized activities<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>4h Cuistax<\/em><br \/>\nSince 2010, all Student General Assemblies have participated in the University of Mons&rsquo; 4h Cuistax. Over the years, this friendly and good-natured event has attracted new participants such as the administrative staff, academic staff, and CampusUCharleroi.<\/li>\n<li><em>Coupe du Mons<\/em><br \/>\nThe Coupe du Mons is Mons&rsquo; must-see sporting event! It is the biggest football tournament for university and college students in Belgium. With more than 1,000 players, the Coupe du Mons is organized by the students of Warocqu\u00e9. You will also enjoy the various parties organized during this event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you opt for private student accommodation or housing in one of the university residences, you will quickly realize that Mons is a very lively city: there is always something going on! The UMONS buildings are spread throughout the historic center, forming a true urban campus. 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