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Study in France
Affordable, high quality education with strong public universities and a rich cultural life.
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- Universities
- 79
- Tuition per year
- €15k+
- Post study work
- 1 to 3 years
- Intakes
- Autumn, Spring
France offers a mix of world renowned public universities and specialised grandes ecoles, with relatively low tuition fees at public institutions and a central location for exploring Europe.
Why here
Why study in France
Low cost public universities
Tuition at French public universities is low compared with many other European destinations, even for international students.
Strong business and engineering schools
France is home to globally ranked business schools and engineering institutes with close industry links.
Central European location
Studying in France makes it easy to travel and build a European network during your studies.
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Costs, intakes and requirements
Public universities charge international students roughly EUR 170 to EUR 650 a year depending on the level, while private schools and grandes ecoles can charge up to about EUR 20,000. Budget roughly EUR 850 to EUR 1,000 a month for living costs outside Paris, and EUR 1,250 to EUR 1,400 in Paris.
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship and the French government Campus France awards support strong international applicants, alongside institution specific scholarships. We can help you check your eligibility.
Autumn intake: September. Spring intake: January, limited programmes
An overall band score of 6.0 to 6.5 is typically required for English taught programmes.
A PTE Academic score of around 59 to 65 is generally accepted as an alternative to IELTS.
Confirm whether your programme is taught in English or French, since many degree options are French only.
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Not for English taught programmes, though many degree options are only offered in French, so check the language of instruction before you apply.
Yes, student visa holders can generally work part time up to a set number of hours a week alongside their studies.
France offers a temporary residence permit that lets graduates search for work or start a business for a limited period after finishing their studies.
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