Why study in France?
If you dream about studying abroad and getting international exposure along with a reputable degree, France is the place for you.
Quality of Higher Education
Chasing your dreams involves efforts and determination and being ambitious is the key to making your dreams come true. France offers a high quality of higher education and globally recognised degrees. The French education system is very flexible and provides a variety of courses taught in English and in French. The system has been designed keeping in mind the interests and concerns of multicultural students.
Studying abroad usually comes with a big dent in your savings but the French education system offers high quality education at reasonable prices. To support your education and help you accomplish your goals, the government and other institutions provide a wide range of aids and grants.
When it comes to accommodation, there are a number of reasonable housing facilities and providers to choose from; some of those also provide the option of choosing a roommate.
Another concern that you, as an international student, might have would be the language barrier. Not knowing French is not an issue as courses are taught in both French and English. Nevertheless, knowing the French language serves as an advantage for the students as it is widely spoken and understood worldwide.
As per the surveys conducted by the team of Campus France, students who went to France with absolutely no knowledge of French were able to talk fluently in French by the time they completed their studies. It has been adopted as the official or administrative language in many countries with over 200 million people speaking French across the globe.
The world is shrinking and globalisation is helping us connect with the most remote areas. In fact, French is one of the most used languages on the internet and the third most used language on the collaborative knowledge website, Wikipedia.
There are endless advantages of learning French; it will only help you gain new heights in your life and career.
France is the third most popular destination for studies. Paris was awarded the title of ‘Best student city in the world’ by QS, the education company, in 2013. Moreover, French companies are one of the biggest investors in India, are continuously looking for, and tend to hire French-speaking employees, making that another reason as to why choosing France is a smart choice.
Knowing French also serves as an asset if you aim to be a part of international organisations such as United Nations, UNESCO, International Olympic Committee etc. In addition, if you are one of those who want to explore the world and go on adventures, knowing French will be an advantage for you as you can travel to more than 30 countries across the globe and speak the native language. This way, you can make global connections and the most out of your travels.
France is extremely rich in culture. If you are a bibliophile and love to read, you must know that France has more Nobel prizes in literature than any other country in the world. French is the second most translated language for books and offers the option of building a viable career as a translator. French literature is multicultural and very diverse which helps in building a new perspective about the world and other cultures.
France has a great global reputation in the field of Science and Technology, a determining factor of a country's status at the international level. France has 13 Nobel prizes for Physics, 13 for Medicine and 8 for Chemistry. France also has 11 field medals in Mathematics. In terms of technological innovation, France ranks first in the European Union and third in the world for its expertise.
France, the third biggest film market in the world, is also the perfect destination for a lover of art, dance, music and theatre. If you choose to study filmmaking, or courses related to
DEGREES STANDARDISED WITH THE LMD REFORM AND CREDITS
French higher education has adopted the LMD system. Most degrees that it awards also give ECTS credits that are recognised by many countries in the European Union and around the world.
The three-level organisation of post-secondary education is shared by most countries in the European Union; in France, meaning licence-master-doctorat (Bachelor's-Master's-Doctorate), or the LMD system.
This system standardises the levels and organises recognition of the degrees in the different countries. It makes educational mobility easier in Europe and elsewhere.
LMD degrees are obtained by successfully completing a certain number of semesters from the time of entry in the higher education programme. Each semester awards up to 30 ECTS (European Credits Transfer System) credits that are valid in, and can be transferred to other countries.
The French art de vivre
The French love the small things in life. They love culture, dining out, shopping and museums. France is a country of festivals, friendship and sharing, and it's well worth your while experiencing this.
The pleasures of the French table
In France, the art of living is first and foremost about eating well. Ranked as a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage, the fame of French cuisine comes from the many chefs who have been able to translate their expertise abroad. Pastries, baked goods, traditional recipes, exceptional wines and culinary curiosities: each region has its own specialties. Don't hesitate to try them and surprise your plate.
France, a country of elegance
France is a worldwide display case of high and off-the-rack fashion. The French enjoy being elegant and are the kings of shopping. There are innumerable opportunities to window shop when strolling through French cities. Designer boutiques, second-hand shops, department stores and international brands: there's something for everyone and for all budgets.
The art of culture
The French enjoy exhibitions, concerts, the theatre and the darkened room at the cinema. In France, there is a very deep cultural offer. With the summer, festivals spring up throughout the country: an ideal way to discover culture and friendship à la française. French cultural creations (films, plays, painting, etc.) are also a window on the country's famous art of living.
The art of celebration
For the French, the art of living is first and foremost the art of enjoying yourself. Any occasion is the right time to go out. Like, for example the national day, July 14th, when there are the traditional firemen's balls. Earlier, in June, the Fête de la Musique scatters concerts about the streets. You can also discover the férias of the south-west of France, the Beaujolais Nouveau evenings and the Nuit Blanche: every reason is a good one for getting together and having fun.
Studying in France, at university or one of the Grandes Ecoles, has many advantages. In particular it means benefiting from one of the world's best and most accessible systems of higher education.
An internationally-renowned system of higher education
The excellence in higher education and research in France is widely acknowledged around the world. Numerous French universities and Grandes Ecoles place highly in the most reputable international rankings, such as the Times Higher Education, the Financial Times ranking, the QS, the Shanghai ranking and the European Union’s U-Multirank. Studying in France means benefiting from this recognition.
This renown is in particular due to the exceptional achievements of French researchers. With thirteen Fields Medals, France is second in the world in mathematics. It has also had sixty-two Nobel Prize winners, including Marie Curie. The first woman to receive a Nobel, for Physics in 1903, in 1911 she became the first researcher in the world to obtain a second, this time for Chemistry.
Universities and Grandes Ecoles that are accessible to all
The quality of higher education in France is the result of long-term and continuous political vision. Each year, public authorities invest massively in education and research. Education is the State's biggest budget item, representing over 20% of the budget.
This policy has enabled France to provide students with one of the best systems of higher education in the world and, above all, one of the most accessible. French universities and Grandes Ecoles offer high-quality training without imposing unaffordable tuition and fees
So what more are you waiting for? All of the training provided in our universities is associated with accredited research laboratories and the expertise of experienced professors. Regardless of what you are studying, in France, you will always be alongside committed experts.
The industrial dynamism of major French companies is driven by innovation and research. But abroad, France is also seen as a country of traditional, very high quality craftmanship.
Industrial dynamism that is exported around the world
France has the world's fifth largest economy and 31 of the world's 500 most powerful companies. Many French industrial groups are leaders in their sector with a worldwide presence, including Airbus, Total, Orange, Sanofi, LVMH, L’Oréal and Danone.
The success of French innovation
France is the European country with the best representation in the list of the top 100 most innovative companies. It is home to 71 competitiveness clusters that comprise an attractive ecosystem, bringing together laboratories, universities, start-ups and major corporations. French Tech, with 200 million Euros invested, supports the development of digital companies and attracts young talent.
We are proud to have produced fifteen Nobel winners in Literature, thirteen in Physics and three in Economics. Thirteen French mathematicians have been recipients of the Fields Medal. France also occupies the sixth rung worldwide for most international patents filed.
High quality, diversified craftsmanship
With 40,000 workshops and 100,000 craftsmen and women, France is an international reference in many skilled domains, particularly arts and crafts and upmarket fields such as jewellery, fashion, crystal glassmaking and architecture. Further industrial innovation through design is particularly well-established in France.
