The University of Corsica Pasquale Paoli: anchored in its territory, opened to the world | Founded in 1765 and reopened in 1981, the University of Corsica Pasquale Paoli is one of the 71 French universities. As an academic and research structure firmly anchored in its territory, it is in direct contact with major local and international issues. The University of Corsica Pasquale Paoli is a multidisciplinary institution which counts 8 faculties, institutes and schools.