Lausanne is situated at the heart of the French-speaking region of Switzerland, with rich cultural and night life. The main campus (in Dorigny) is located towards east Lausanne, on the shores of Lake Geneva. Served by the M1 metro from four consecutive stations, to connect to the centre Lausanne and the Gare de Renens in less than 10 minutes. Several bus routes connect the campus to the common Dorigny of West Lausanne. In close proximity to two major rail stations (Lausanne and Renens), as well as an international airport (Geneva). Possesses a bicycle sharing system, with the lakeside campus ideal for non-motorized traffic.

Students must find their own accommodation. Although UNIL offers advices on finding somewhere to live, it cannot guarantee housing for all students. Many different types of housing are available, including: Apartments (generally managed by estate agents). Studios; shared and single rooms.

The Dorigny University Sports Centre offers a huge range of sports and activities, including numerous water sports due to the close