Students attending a France university are exposed to the amazing French culture in their daily student life. While studying, students can look forward to a wonderfully interactive environment that brings students together from across the globe. With the many different people from all around the world attending college in France, it is certainly a new experience that can provide you with a plethora of fun and adventure. It isn’t every day that we get the chance to come together with such a diverse group of people, so it is a time to learn and grow as a person while you learn so much.

Universities organize shows and hold conferences, seminars, parties and sporting and other outdoor activities as part of the student lifestyle. While the things that are put together will vary according to the college that you have chosen to attend, you can be certain there is a calendar filled with activities that can entertain all. Colleges want their students to learn but they also want them to have a great time in the process. Life cannot be serious all of the time. All of the activities planned by colleges and universities offer plenty of fun for you.

QUICK FACTS

• Name : French Republic
• Capital : Paris
• Largest City : Paris
• Population : 65,350,000 (2012)
• GDP : 2734.95 billion US dollars
• Currency : Euro
• Major Languages : French
• Climate : Mild temperate climate throughout the year with seasonal variations
• Number of universities : 87

 

WHY STUDY IN FRANCE?

• France is one of the most appealing destinations for students worldwide
• Paris has been voted as no 1 student city! (QS Best Student Cities, 2014)
• 4th wealthiest country and 5th largest economy of the world
• Over 5 French business schools are ranked among top 10 business schools in Europe
• Excellent environment that promotes innovation and entrepreneurship
• Highly subsidized tuition fees
• One of the best countries to pursue management and engineering courses with excellent specializations on offer
• Head quarter of 39 Global fortune 500 companies
• Collaboration with industry and salary based internships are an integral part of curriculum
• Excellent placement opportunity for students in the area of their study
• Outstanding research and development opportunities
• Offer free French language classes for international students

The French education system

The higher education system of France consist of

• Public universities – Government funded and open to all meeting eligibility criteria.
• Grandes écoles – Highly illustrious institutions hence admissions to these are based on entrance examinations scores.
• Technical institutes – that imparts education in vocational subjects

INTAKE

• February /September

COST OF EDUCATION

• • Masters program ( Engineering stream ) – 13500 Euros for entire program Masters program
  • Masters program ( Business stream)- 15200 Euros for entire program

*fee details provided are of informative nature may vary depending on the institution and the study program

COST OF LIVING

• A minimum of €8,000 per year (may vary depending on the accommodation taken and the life style of the student)

WORK RIGHTS & STAY BACK

• Part time work rights of 20 hours per week
• 2 Year stay back for students who have studied in government institutions

REQUIRED TESTS

• IELTS, TOEFL, PTE scores or any equivalent as a proof of English Proficiency
• • IELTS Waiver is available for eligible candidates
• Diploma programs: Overall band score of 5.0
• Bachelor’s Degree: Overall band score of 6.0
• Masters Programs: Overall band score of 6.0 – 6.5

INTAKE

• Main intakes during January and September
• • There are Universities offering multiple intakes (February, April, May, October and November)

COST OF EDUCATION

• An average of 10,000 GBP per year*

*Fees information given are of informative nature may vary from university to university

COST OF LIVING

• 11385 GBP (Inner London – 9 months)
• 9135 GBP (Outer London – 9 months)

WORK RIGHTS AND STAY BACK

• About to implement Point Based Immigration System
• 20 hours per week ( 40 hours during vacation )full time work rights for spouses for Masters programme
• Post study work permit for students who secure a job offer with salary of 20,600GBP
• • UK Home Office confirms 2 years Post Study Stay back (Graduate Immigration route) for students graduating with Bachelors, Masters, PhD, after the summer of 2021.

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