architecture, paramedical training and so on.
One of the features of the French higher education system is that it includes a very wide range of institutions, each with its own objectives, structures and admission requirements. What’s more, no distinction is made in France between French and international students: the entrance requirements and admission fees for foreign student admissions and French nationals are the same and the degrees are identical.
Universities in France, and many specialized postsecondary schools, are located throughout the country. Not surprisingly, most courses in France are taught in French, but you’ll have ample opportunities to learn or practice other European languages - English, in particular. Advanced English is taught in many programs, especially in business and engineering.
Studying abroad in France is commonplace at all academic levels, providing your existing qualifications are recognized by the establishment concerned. French universities have developed reciprocal arrangements with similar institutions in many countries to
facilitate international student exchanges. Other educational institutions, including some of France’s prestigious grandes ecoles, also offer study abroad programs.
The EduFrance agency:
• Promotes France’s advanced training offering abroad
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Offers foreign students a service providing information, guidance and enrolment assistance to pursue graduate studies in France
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Coordinates and exports France’s educational engineering offering International student accommodation
Obtaining student accommodation in France, especially in Paris, can be quite costly. University housing is in very short supply, even for French students, and most end up in private accommodation in the city. However, the number of private student residences is continually increasing as a result, so finding accommodation should not be a problem.
Student accommodation which does exist, is run by CROUS (the student social support service) and is usually reserved for government scholarship holders. Outside of Paris, you will still encounter some of these problems, but not to the same extent.
Edufrance is a good bet. They help cope with the difficulties of student housing in France, locating and reserving university housing
throughout
the country, except in Paris. Click here for more information, tips and advice on international student accommodation and university housing.
Weather/Climate
France has a typical temperate climate with weather patterns differing in four main regions. The Alps and Pyrenees have cold winters, making for great skiing and contrastingly hot summers. The North of the country, including Paris, also has hot summers and cold winters, whilst a more Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers can be enjoyed in the South.
Transport
Public transport in France is very comprehensive. The majority of towns in France have metro or tram systems and most offer a very good and reliable bus network. In Paris the metro has about 300 stations and is the easiest way to get around. Travel out of the centre can be taken by the RER and the SNCF which are well connected to the metro.
For travel abroad, Air France is the main airline, flying to destinations worldwide in more than 90 countries. There is also the channel tunnel, offering easy and efficient travel to the UK. London, Amsterdam and Barcelona are all within a short distance for a weekend away.
Useful websites:
www.campusfrance.org/en
For more fantastic study guides visit:
http://graduateschool.
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