Study in France
Why Study In France?
France is one of the most sought-after study-abroad destinations, inviting abundant number of students every year from all over the world. Study in France for Indian students leads them towards 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 every academic year. The French government very often provides students as well as international students with some financial help for accommodation up to about one third for successful students. For students lacking proficiency in French, it is usually taught as a subject in their curriculum during their study in France. France is perhaps one of the most traditionally rich countries in Europe with a rich flavour of art and tradition. 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.
Top Courses
France is a country that many people choose for their education because it is literally world class. Education is a serious matter in France, as it should be, and those who wants to study abroad in France can always count on getting the very best education possible.
Nuclear, Space and Aviation teaching in France is very popular. Other industries in which France excels includes Teaching, Languages, Art, History, Medicine and Law.
If you are interested in becoming a teacher, France is definitely the country that can make your dreams come true. Of course, you need to be sure that you are going to stay in the country or already live there if you plan to earn such a degree as it cannot be taken out of the country and used to teach. There are many different French language courses being taught, but you can also learn German, Italian, Spanish and English in the country as well.
France is a country that excels in Law degrees; however, this is another area that is best left for the locals (e.g. England and Wales and France have completely different legal systems (common law and civil law respectively). Those who are interested in learning International Law will find the many different courses in France to be of the highest degree. Economics courses in France are very popular for both local and international students.
Another excellent choice for abroad study in France is Science. As France is so high on their standards of learning, the Science programs offered at the various colleges and universities are often difficult and designed for those who truly want to earn their degree in the field. Popular courses to study in France for Indian students include:
- Medicine
- Geography
- Pharmacology
- Art History
- Linguistics
- Sociology
- European and Mediterranean Cultures
- Communication technology
- Information Technology
- French Studies
- International Business Administration
- Film Studies
- Global Communications
- Finance
- International Finance
- Literary Studies
- Creative Arts
- Psychology
- International Economics
- International and Comparative Politics
Career Opportunities
Working In France During Your Studies:
Study in France for Ethiopian students entitles them to work part time for up to 20 hours a week, off campus. In France there is a guaranteed minimum salary which is € 9.61 gross per hour.
Working in France after your studies:
Students who have earned at least a Master’s Degree or the equivalent may apply for a one-time (non-renewable) temporary residency authorization (APS, authorisation provisoire de séjour) which is valid for 12 months beyond the date of expiration of the student’s residency permit. The authorization enables the student to work at any job up to the limit of 60% of the official work week (that is, just over half-time employment).
Students who obtain a job related to their academic program at a rate of compensation equal to at least 1.5 times the national minimum wage, may enter full-time employment by filing a request for change of status (from student to employee) at their prefecture.
At the end of your studies, you can also be recruited by a company even if you are not an EU national.
Upon completion of education in France for Indian students, if they aim to come back to India and start their own career here, then their French degree will allow them to avail a circulation visa to France and Europe for 5 years, which will be extended throughout their life.
Education Cost
Tuition Expenses:
| Programmes | France Currency | Ethiopian Currency |
| Masters | 10,000 – 16,500 Euro | ETB 407,000 – 671,715 |
| MBA | 23,000 – 25,000 Euro | ETB 936,330 – 1,017,750 |
(1Euro = 40.71)
Living Expenses:
To study in France, a budget of around Euro 600 – Euro 1000 per month will cover accommodation, food, transport and other activities.
| Accommodation | 300 – 600 Euro per month |
| Food | 350 – 500 Euro |
| Health Insurance | 40 Euro |
| Transport | 50 – 130 Euro |
| Utilities | 50 – 100 Euro |
| Personal Expenses | 100 – 300 Euro |
* An International student who is enrolled in a French institution for 1 year and more, gets a student residency permit to study in France and they can apply for government help for their housing allowances which is also known as CAF. This process takes around 1 month and this covers up to 1/3rd of housing allowance for international students.
Health Insurance :
Study in France for Indian students who are under the age of 28 years and are enrolled in an educational institution for a program of at least 3 months in duration, are enrolled in the student segment of the National Health Insurance Plan and also those above 28 years have a similar process. An International student must join the social security system to take out an additional cover. In France, the annual cost of such policies runs from Euro 150 to Euro 550. On an average, social security covers about 70% of the expenses, related to an illness.
Accommodation:
University Residences:
Located on campus or in town, run by CROUS (Centre Reginaux des oeuvres universities et sociale) these rooms are well equipped with all the necessary facilities and the rent is between 250 to 400 Euros.
Private Student Residences:
If you decide to study in Paris, you will find such accommodations, because they are found in most of the major cities in France and this concept has been increasing lately. Rent for the same is 800-1000 Euros in Paris and 500-800 euros in the other cities. It is less common for students to flat share in France. Landlords will often ask a guarantor.
Application Procesure
All the applicants must submit certified true copies of relevant documents along with the application form. As study in France consultants, we ask students to bring originals to Edwise offices also.
The school which you have applied to will decide on the recognition of your academic background at which level you can qualify to enter.
If the application is successful, you will receive a conditional/confirmation offer letter from them which can be used for a long stay student resident visa.
You need to complete Registration and pay the first instalment fees and send it to the School. The School will send you details on how to apply for accommodation later on.
Study in France for Ethiopian students requires them to take an appointment with the French embassy for a visa interview and to verify the financial documents along with the visa documents at the Embassy of France
Applicants must complete the online procedure.
After considering the complete application, approval is given by the French Embassy within 48 hrs. After the visa approval the student can book their tickets.
Intakes:
The major intake to study in France is September and February
Entry Requirements for Masters:
MBA: A good Bachelor’s degree, 2 to 3-year work experience, GMAT
Master: Good Bachelor
English Requirement + Eligibility:
IELTS with score of band 6 is mandatory to study in France.
Education System
The French educational system is highly centralized; organized and ramified. It is divided into 3 different stages:
Primary education
Secondary education
Higher education
Primary Education:
In France, kids start school very early, school starts at the age of 3 (for almost 100%) and children spend 3 years in kindergarten. Schooling in France is compulsory until age of 16.
Secondary Education:
In France, secondary education is offered in two stages, namely, BEPC (Based Essais de La Petite Ceinture) and Baccalaureate. BEPC is equivalent to the 10th Std. in India & encompasses secondary school education from 11 to 15 year of age.
Higher education:
Higher secondary education from 15 to 18 years of age ruminates in a Diploma known as the Baccalaureate which is essentially the same as the 12th std. in Ethiopia. The Baccalaureate is also known as Lycees.
Universities:
Education in France for Ethiopia students can be attained through 90 public Universities spread throughout the country. They cover the entire range of academic disciplines from the Sciences, including Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology to Technology, covering Computer Science, Engineering, Material Science and Electrical Engineering through Literature, Language, Arts, Social Science, Law, Economics, Management, Health, Sports and more.
Grande Ecoles:
The Grande Ecoles are unique French institutions created in the early 19th century in parallel to the university system. They are extremely selective and offer education of a very high standard. There are over 300 Grande Ecoles in France covering different subject areas. The fee structure can sometimes be higher but students who decide to study in France through these institutions benefit from smaller class sizes, better support systems and excellent networks (alumni companies and international partners). These can be either Public or Private Institutions or part of both.
Visa
France has a very simple procedure of Visa. Study in France for Ethiopian students requires of them to submit their visa documents through an online application for Visa with Campus France.
An interview will be conducted by Campus France and the documents will be submitted to the consulate, upon which students receive their visa.
Process
a. How many days prior should a student apply for the student visa
As study in France consultants, we recommend that visa appointments at a French consulate must take place no more than 90 days before your departure to France.
Document Checklist
Documents consists of 3 sets:-
SET 1
Passport copy Complete the Campus France application procedures (in the PASTEL system) before starting the visa application procedures on their website www.campusfrance.org . Request a student visa at your assigned French consulate. Go to the consulate for a visa interview. Your appointment at the consulate should take place at least two weeks before your planned date of departure for France.
SET 2
Proof of your Resources for the tuition fees and living expenses for the period of your stay during your study in France.
SET 3
Copies of your Degrees, Diplomas/Certificates attested and notarised.
Visa Application Fee
Deposit by filling a deposit slip available in the bank.
Processing time
As study in France consultants we usually see that it takes at least five to seven business days for a visa to be granted – or longer, depending on the situation.
English Ability Requirements
IELTS score of 6.0 bands is required for taking an admission in any of the French institutions. Most institutes are comfortable with the level of English and do not necessarily ask for a TOEFL or IELTS (some exceptions exist, especially if they cannot ascertain the level of linguistic competence of the student in a telephonic interview)
