France as a Study Destination
A Hub of Education
French higher education system is world class and dynamic training the leaders of a nation that plays a central role in the domains of science, business, and culture. France is one of the most sought after study-abroad destinations, inviting abundant number of students every year from all over the world. In addition to a good educational experience, studying in France leads to good career opportunities internationally after graduation. France is better known for its high level of technological development, culture and reputation in the education system, which attracts number of young aspirants here every academic year. France has held its prominent place in subjects like Mathematics, Astrophysics, Biology, Medicine (Medicine in France), Genetics, Physics and other science subjects. The country has prominence for its contribution to science and research field. It is also well known for its Elite " Grande Ecole " with selective entry levels for the best students in areas such as Business, Engineering. Hence, many foreign students choose to pursue their higher studies in France due to its technological progress.Excellence in Science and Technology
In the Information Technology sector, France ranks second in Europe and fourth in the world. France is in the forefront of technological progress in several fields. France is responsible for the monitoring and technical management of the European space program Ariane, the operational launcher of several dozen communications and observation satellites. France is a well known center for scientific and technological innovation: The electronic card, the TGV train and the Ariane launcher, the discovery of the HIV virus are some of the most notable feats of the last decades.French Education is Quality Education
Numerous French grandes écoles and universities prove very successful in the various rankings of the best universities in Europe and/or the world carried out by specialist international newspapers.France has a dual system for higher education : "Universités" and "Grandes Ecoles"; the latter (less than 5% of students) requires very competitive selection entry exams. "Grandes Ecoles" system concerns mostly science and business studies. For medical and law studies, there are no Grandes Ecoles but universities have developed selection systems in the course of the studies.
Work Placement
Work placements in businesses have become a compulsory part of the curriculum for many study disciplines at French universities and grandes écoles. International students in France can learn and benefit much from these placements which are also greatly appreciated by future employers. Sometimes a successful collaboration can lead to a permanent position.International Students have same benefits as French students
International students in France benefit from:- student accommodation supplement
- student social security cover
- reduced ticket prices for cinema, theatre, public transport, university restaurants
- possibility of engaging in professional paid employment