France Education Consultants in Navi Mumbai, Mumbai
France is the reflection of etiquettes with elegance and dignity. It is the traditionally Rich country of Europe added with other richness of Art, Culture and Beauty as well. It is well known for its splendid architecture and magnificent sights connecting the human hearts with romance and adoration. We can witness the influence of history on monuments like Eiffel Tower to Ave de triumphe, from modern to antique structures. The rich cultural heritage can be witnessed from the famous paintings like Monet. The style and suave Frenchmens contribution to sophistication and aristocrat world of fashion is unquestionable. Writers such as Francois Rabelais and Moliere among various others have had a special mark on world of literature.
Why One should choose France for Education?
One of the most economically powerful country . France is being placed one of the Top Five economies of the world. The country owns extensive private, state and governmental enterprises leading to strong base and power network of financial services like banking and insurance firms.
- Hub of Education with High standards of Technology , Culture & Reputation in Education
- International Career Opportunities
- Affordable & Reasonable Living costs
- Extension of Financial Help from Government for Successful Students
- Easy, affordable tour explorations by tourists, students due to Francs Geographical Division
- English adopted as Main Medium of language by even most famous Universities like Grand Ecole and others. So, French is not essential.
- The knowledge of French language is extended to International students as a special subject in Course Program.
- France is in Top Five Countries for its excellence and powerful developments in Science and Information Technology Sector.
Education System In France
The French educational system is highly centralized; organized and ramified .It is divided into 3 different stages:
The two different kinds of educational institutes one can choose from are, Universities and Grandes Ecoles (competitive institutes).
In France, School is compulsory up to the age of 16 years.
Children aged 3 for primary Education for next 3 years in kindergarten.
- Grant 4 Years Degree Programs
- BEPC : From Age 11 to 15 Years = BEPC = 10th Std. in India
- BEPC : From Age 11 to 15 Years = BEPC = 10th Std. in India
Two Different Types of Institutions :
- UNIVERSITIES : From Age 16 onwards. Public Universities teaching entire range of all academic areas covering all the subjects. Also trains students for Research Programs. Larger classes, less support systems, generally lower fees. Approximately 85+ Universities.
- GRANDE ECOLEs: From Age 16 onwards. Unique French Institutions of Modern era, offering very selective and high standard education in various subjects. Ecoles may be Public or Private. Good Quality education with Small class strengths, better support systems like excellent networks of alumni and international partners. Approximately 300+ Ecoles in France.
Scholarships
By French Embassy:
- Incentive scholarship programs for all courses —By French Embassy
- Eiffel scholarships to pick up Quality Students for Masters & Research Degrees—-By The French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
Ranking and Acrrediation:
There are several ranking are published by reputable newspaper and specialized press. French Grande Ecole are approved by Government and highly accredited by,
- The UK financial Times, EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB (international accreditations), The French Board of Engineering Degrees, Member of the CGE (French Conference of top management and engineering Schools) and the CDEFI (Conference of Directors of French Engineering Schools
- Awarded the EURACE label.
Part-time Job Opportunities
During Studies:
• Earn & Learn
• Part Time up to 20 hours a week off campus, maximum of 964 hours per year.
• Mimimum salary fixed by French Govt is 8 – 8.75 gross per hour.
• For International students, weekly work hours allowed= 15 with flexible hours at say, for e.g., Geneva, where can work up to 30 hours per week.
• Not advisable to take up extra work due to heavy workload in university.
After studies:
• After a degree is obtained, student may request a temporary residence permit after expiration of “student” residence permit. The temporary residence permit is valid for six months and is non-renewable.
• With Temporary permit, student can work in any kind of salaried job, up to a limit of 60% of the legally permitted working hours.
• If student signs a study relevant employment contract and whose remuneration is at least one and a half times equal to the SMIC, then, full time work is allowed with a request of change in status as an employee. This request has to be made to the Prfecture administrative offices.
• Student can also be recruited by a company even if he is not an EU national, however, having to change legal status as an employee, through a specific procedure
• The document of employment contract or an employment offer from a French company needs to be presented.
Additional Details
MBA, IT, Engineering, Fashion , Art and Design Mathematics, Astrophysics, Biology, Medicine (Medicine in France), Genetics, Physics , Political Science, Science and Research
- 1. Fall: September/October —Major Intake
- 2. Spring: January/February —-Some Universities
- 3. Summer: April/May —–Few Universities
- 4. Winter: December —–Few Universities
IELTS : 6.0 compulsory
- Entry Requirements for Masters:
- MBA: A good bachelor degree, 2 to 3 year work experience, GMAT
- Master: Good bachelor degree
- Undergraduate: 10+2
- Graduate:16 years of education required (10+2+4)
- Some institutions accept 15 years education into their Bridge /Masters Programs
- Good & strong academic background
- Good scores in entrance exams like SAT, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, IELTS etc
- Strong recommendation letters
- To the point Statement of Purpose/Personal Statement, essays & resumes
- Certificates of achievement & extra -curricular activity participation
- Strong financial background or good grades to get a scholarship
FAQs
No, now, French Universities are using English as the language of instruction especially in major study areas like Management, engineering, Political science etc, to enroll more international students.
However, we recommend to learn basics of French for your own benefits.
International Students may work part time if their academic schedules permit. They should be registered at an institution approved by the French social security system. Even first year students are permitted to work part time 20 hrs a week.
International students from countries outside the European Union for studying more than 6 months must obtain a long term students visa from the French consulate.
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There are some housing plans available for International students enrolling at French Universities and Institutions. They help the students to find the accommodation