France is one of the haven destinations for international students. Paris has been awarded as the best student city in the world by QS World (an education-based organisation). French companies have been the biggest investors in the Indian market over the years. France is known for its arts and culture. French has been the most translated language for books as they are known for their literature. French literature provides a different perspective on the world to see and understand new ideas about the world. France has a prestigious reputation in terms of education, arts, theatre, music, technology innovation, management, cuisines, sports, etc.
France is known for its fashion. The French have been known for their elegance, and design perspective and have established luxurious brands around the whole world. We have studied French craftsmen and their history from our childhood. They are the best in their skills: jewellery, architecture, glass making, industrial innovation, etc. Almost every year 8000- 10000 Indian students go to France for their higher education.
Campus France offers you to begin with your application procedures (A complete Guide):
- Applicants are requested to visit Etudes en France (EEF website) and register themselves.
- Create a new account and register yourself.
- After filling in the required details and using your login credentials to log in.
- If you wish to apply to a french university using this portal click on “apply”.
- Fill in all your academic reports and personal documents like photographs, resume, mark sheets, and other certificates.
- Wait for the response, the campus France will provide you a particular date in your nearest office.
- After getting the appointment, as per the situation, a virtual or personal interview will be conducted.
- In interviews, your motto to study in France will be asked, why choosing this course, why choosing this university, etc.
- You must carry all the required documents as mentioned in the application details with you.
- The photocopies may be required to submit and verification will be done by the campus France advisor.
- After completing the process, universities will directly contact you (regarding your acceptance or rejection).
- Once you get your acceptance letter, apply for the visa.
- Visit the official french visa portal and apply by fulfilling all the required steps.
- Choose a date for an appointment.
- If accepted, collect your visa.
It will take up to 90 days for a complete procedure. The application fee is around 16500 (Indian rupees).
India-France knowledge summit 2018, gives recognition to Indian AISSCE, CBSE, or equivalent to be accepted by the French government to pursue higher education in France.
Campus France is a national agency, responsible for the guidance of Indian education about French education. There are 12 campus France offices: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, etc.
Agency will provide you with all the necessary data to pursue higher education in France dealing with visa procedures, and university admission procedures. It also organises several events for awareness of programs like education fairs which create direct interaction opportunities between teachers, students, etc.
Reasons for Indian students to study in France
- France is the first country in the world to have signed a mutual recognition agreement in terms of education with India.
- Completing a degree in France provides you access to more than 570 companies.
- Indian students are eligible for more than 500 scholarship programs in France.
- The French education system synchronises with the Indian education system, which eventually provides a comfort level and eases students.
- Academics of French education are designed in such a way that deals with theory and practically oriented practice.
- Over 1500 courses are available in English in French Universities.
- France has been in the top 5 countries in terms of international students.
- France has produced 64 Nobel winners in literature and 15 field medals.
- France has international education recognition, students who completed their courses from French universities are eligible to apply to any corner of the world.
Top Universities in France
- Paris science et ladders University- PSL Research University Paris
- Sorbonne University
- University of Paris
- Telecom Paris
- Ecole des ponts ParisTech
- Montpellier University
- Aix-Marseille University
- University of Burgundy University of Strasbourg
Popular Bachelor’s courses in France (duration : 3-4 years)
- Medicines
- Geography
- Economics
- Management
- Art History
- Sociology
- Communication Technology
- Film studies
- Finance
- Literary studies
- Psychology
- International politics
Types of visas required to study in France
- Short-term student visa: it is applicable for the duration of 3 months or less. This is free of cost and expandable in nature.
- Temporary long-term visa: it is required when you plan your course with a duration of 3-6 months.
- Long-term visa: it is required when your course duration is more than 6 months. Other than this, a resident permit is also required if, in the future you wish to extend your visa.
Language eligibility
- If you want to study a course in French, then the DELF/DALF/TCF test scores are accepted.
- If you want to pursue your degree in English, then scorecards of IELTS/TOEFL and PTE Academics are accepted.
Some common scholarships for Indian students in the frame are:
- Charpak scholarships.
- UGAM Legrand Scholarship.
- Shikhar Scholarships.
- Bahman Sanabdari Scholarship program.
- Amba-Dalmia Scholarships Programme.
By Mithila Rathod
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