1. Studying in France

2. Campus France? What?
French state agency to promote French higher education, French universities and institutions
Head office in Paris / Branch in Dublin

3. Facts & Figures How many universities? 71 public universities
How many students?
2.5 millions
What are the fees in public university?
184 € / year: bachelor level
256€ / year: master level
391€ / year: PhD level

4. Facts & Figures How many International students are in France?
, 12% of student population !
4th hosting country in the world
How many Irish students are in France ?
- More than 600
- 1st hosting country in the Erasmus programme

5. Facts & Figures European Process (Bologna Process)
- Bachelor / Master / Doctorate
- ECTS = Recognition of your Study-abroad period
- Academic year with 2 semesters
- Diploma Supplement
Both Ireland and France participate in this process.

6. French « specialities »
Several systems:
Universities=66%
Schools for specific sectors (architecture, engineering, business, accountancy, etc.)=34% 
Bachelor ONLY in 3 years, Master in 2 years
Low Tuition Fees

7. Why France ? Quality and excellence of Higher education system
Sorbonne, 2nd oldest university in the world
3 universities in the Top100 Shanghai Ranking
3 French Business Schools in MBA Ranking
Quality of courses, professors

8. Why France ? CNRS, 1st research organism in the world
Quality and excellence of Research
CNRS, 1st research organism in the world
4th country in number of patent applications
1st country in number of Field medals (13 on 55)
3rd country in number of Nobel Prize (Modiano, Tirole in 2014, Jean-Pierre Sauvage 2016)

9. Why France ? Large range of courses taught in English
More than 1,200 study programs -
Learn or improve your French
asset for your career in Ireland and all over the world
Internship, Placement, Apprenticeship
Gain valuable professional experience

10. Why France ? Position: 6th economic power in the world
Industries: French Tech, Pharmacy, Aeronautics, Agriculture, Nuclear, Banking
Culture: Cinema, Music, Mode, Architecture

11. Erasmus Programme Students exchange programme with Erasmus grant
More than 500 agreements signed between Irish and French higher education institutions
Consult the International Office

12. Financial Support CAF Help housing, help to pay your rent
From 100 to 250€/month
CROUS
French organism of grants
(money+ student residence)
SUSI Grant

13. Cost of living in France
5-10€
Prices
Accommodation €
Electricity-Water-Gas
20-50€
Food €
Transport
10-40€
Internet
10-30€
Phone
Leisure
0-150€
Total/month
€/month 1€ 5€ 1€ 5€ 3€

14. French way of living Shops are closed on Sundays
Diversity : 18 regions
culture, landscapes, language
Bars closed at 1.00am or 2.00am
night clubs around 5.00am
Typical food

15. Requirements – how to apply?
Level of French of B1 or B2 (Independent Speaker)
- B1 Threshold or intermediate
- B2 Vantage or upper intermediate
Your degree and its official translation
Requirements may depend on each institution
If non-EU citizens: need a VISA
For postgraduates: direct registration with the institution.

16. English-taught programmes
Online Tools
A local website to answer your questions:
Financial support
English-taught programmes

17. Communication Website : www.irlande.campusfrance.org
Campus France Ireland
Guillaume RAVIER

18. Questions?

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