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You are a foreigner and you want study in France ? Here's how you can take advantage of this opportunity.

When it comes to studying abroad, France is certainly one of the favorite destinations.

The country is not only famous for history, culture, art and gastronomy, it also has excellent universities.

In addition, several world-renowned scholars and artists hail from there.

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To prepare you for study in France, you should first be aware of a few key points.

First of all, it must be understood that there are several types of possibilities of exchange programs in France.

For example, there are language courses of a few months, exchanges of one semester, university studies, masters and doctorates, etc.

So each of these options will require specific documents and qualifications.

However, all study options have 3 requirements in common:

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  • Have a knowledge of French (or English, depending on the course);
  • Submit an application;
  • Have a passport and student visa.

In this article, we will cover the essential points for foreign students who wish to follow university studies in France.

1. Campus France procedure

The majority of foreign students wishing study in France have to go through the Campus France.

Campus France is the official agency of the French government responsible for promoting higher education in the country.

In other words, it is the intermediary between foreign candidates and educational establishments.

The procedure " Studies in France » is carried out through a online platform, unique for all procedures.

In fact, all the student has to do is create their electronic file directly on the platform and Campus France is responsible for coordinating the next steps.

However, it should be noted that a financial contribution will be required to benefit from this support service.

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2. Documents required for application

Now you know where to submit your file, you must prepare certain documents.

So the basic documents for the Campus France application are the following :

  • Birth certificate ;
  • Passport ;
  • Curriculum vitae written in French;
  • Transcript of marks translated into French;
  • Diploma translated into French
  • French proficiency test (DELF B2, DALF C1 or C2, TCF-TP with written expression, TCF Capes or TCF DAP).

These documents may vary depending on the desired study program.

3. Administrative procedures

Finally, once you have completed the application process via Campus France and that you have been accepted into a french university, the administrative procedures begin.

So, European students are subject to the principle of free movement and settlement.

Therefore, it is enough that they are in possession of the passport or any valid identity document, and be registered in an establishment to follow studies.

On the other hand, non-European students must obtain a student long-stay visa (VSL-TS) from the French Embassy or Consulate in their country of origin (validity of more than 3 months to 1 year).

Note that these residence permits also give the possibility of visa-free travel throughout the Schengen area.

Finally, study in France is possible, but it is worth doing serious research and planning in advance.

Prepare in advance and seize the opportunity to study abroad and transform your life!