With the rising tide of studying abroad, some minority countries have begun to become new choices for foreign students. Today, Xiaobian will talk with you about the advantages and necessary conditions of studying in France.
Five advantages of studying in France
1. Approachable expenses for studying abroad
The tuition fees of French public universities are fully borne by the state, and students are free of tuition. The registration fee at the professional learning stage is only about 100-500 euros. France's education expenditure accounts for p5.6% of GDP, the second in the world, second only to Denmark.
After some European countries have joined the ranks of charging tuition fees, French public universities are still firmly in the ranks of the tuition free policy and do not regard education as an industry, which opens the door to many students who suffer from the high cost of studying abroad.
In addition, every year, the French government will grant various types of scholarships, including social insurance, living expenses and tuition fees, such as Eiffel excellent student scholarship and excellent student scholarship. Qualified children's shoes can try.
At the same time, the cost of living in France is much lower than that in many European and American developed countries. In most cities and regions of France, 50000-60000 yuan a year can ensure daily life.
2. High quality education
First of all, France has a long history and perfect higher education system, which is famous for its excellent education level. The level of French academic research ranks fourth in the world (the times higher education ranking in 2015), and second in the graduate employer recognition Survey (emerging - trend, 2016). In different international ranking statistics, French comprehensive universities and higher professional colleges are among the best. Three of the top 10 MBA rankings published by the financial times are from France. The small University Paris Polytechnic University ranks third in the world (Thames higher education in 2016), highlighting the advantages of French engineer education characterized by the close combination of scientific research and industry.
Secondly, compared with China, the setting of educational institutions in France is more reasonable. There are colleges of engineers who are good at engineering, higher business schools that train business elites, comprehensive public universities with high scientific research level, and first-class colleges and universities that train professionals in various industries such as art, design, music and cooking, so as to truly specialize in technology, So that each student can find a suitable education model.
Thirdly, French universities have been adhering to the teaching concept of applying what they have learned. Higher education in France is closely related to the business community, and many French enterprises are involved in the formulation of the syllabus of colleges and universities; At the same time, more and more majors require students to participate in enterprise internships. It is these internships that enable students to obtain practical experience and get the favor of future employers.
3. Huge language advantages
Although the French speaking population only ranks 11th in the world, French is the second largest international communication language, which is used on five continents. Many people regard French as the most beautiful, rigorous and noble language in the world. Different people have different opinions on this point.
However, it must be recognized that among all languages, French has a high international status: French is the official language for the work of all international institutions. The United Nations, the International Olympic Committee, UNESCO, the Council of Europe, etc.. For a long time, it was the most widely used language in the EU. Today, its usage rate is the same as that of English: half of the documents are written directly in French.
4. Unique job internship opportunities
France is the fifth largest trading power in the world and the primary economic partner of many countries, especially European countries. The active economic development has brought numerous job and internship opportunities to many foreign students. Higher education in France is closely related to the business community, and many French enterprises are involved in the formulation of the syllabus of colleges and universities. At the same time, more and more majors require students to participate in enterprise internships. It is these internships that enable students to gain practical experience and get the favor of future employers.
French enterprises occupy 31 seats among the top 500 enterprises in the world (Fortune 500, 2014), surpassing Germany and the UK and ranking first in Europe. A number of French industrial groups are global industry leaders with businesses all over the world. In addition, the number of French enterprises on the 2014 Thomson reuteurs (2014) global top 100 innovative enterprises ranking led Europe.
In France, foreign students are allowed to work, and there are a number of government policies in favor of foreign students. Every student has the right to do part-time work. All students have the right to work. They can freely engage in paid work for 20 hours a week. They can also concentrate their working hours and work full-time during the school holiday. After obtaining a master's degree or equivalent diploma (Diploma of engineer, Diploma of higher business school, etc.), you can obtain a temporary residence permit for six months to find or engage in paid work related to your major. At the end of six months, if you have been employed, you will obtain a residence permit that allows you to live and work in France.
5. Rich life of studying abroad
France has superior geographical location and convenient transportation. It's never out of reach to have a go and go trip at the weekend. Of course, in addition to eating big meals all day and receiving artistic edification, clothing, food, housing and transportation are also the concerns of many foreign students. There is no need to worry that France is one of the countries with the most perfect social welfare security system in Europe. Foreign students can also enjoy housing subsidies, social insurance, University catering, public transportation, cinemas, theatres and other discounts. This has greatly reduced everyone's burden of studying abroad.
Colorful cultural and artistic life, picturesque scenery and world-famous food. France is listed as one of the countries with the best quality of life by the International Living Association. In addition, QS magazine has rated Paris as the most suitable city for students for five consecutive years.
Different from Britain and the United States, after obtaining a master's degree or above from a French university, the government provides foreign students with a one-year work visa. Students can use this year to find a job that is really suitable for them. France has 74 public comprehensive universities, 227 colleges of engineers, 220 colleges of business administration, 120 colleges of art, 20 colleges of architecture and 273 doctoral colleges. In addition, more than 900 courses involving different professional fields are taught in English.
Having said so much, we must have some understanding of the benefits of studying in France. But who are suitable to study in France? What do you need to prepare for studying in France? What conditions are needed? Maybe we don't know very well. Then, Xiaobian will tell you in detail the necessary conditions for studying in France.
Five prerequisites for studying in France
1. Age
There is a clear age limit for studying in France. Basically, undergraduate applicants in France must be over the age of 18. If you are just a high school graduate and want to apply for a bachelor's degree in France, you can't be over 22 years old. Some majors of postgraduates are special, so the age requirements are relatively loose, basically under the age of 30. The age limit for private institutions can be relaxed.
2. Academic background
High school diploma (or above). Generally, you need to have college entrance examination scores (above the second line); Applicants with a university degree shall not be more than 28 years old. College degree, bachelor degree or above, good English, can directly apply for master's or doctor's degree.
High school graduates need to provide high school diploma and university admission notice; University students need to provide university transcripts; Undergraduate graduates need to provide degree certificates and complete transcripts during the University.
3. Language level
Language conditions in China, it is required to study French for 500 class hours and participate in the study abroad examination organized by the French embassy (the corresponding TCF / TEF examination generally reaches above B1). Xiaobian reminds: because French public universities teach in French, only business schools teach in English, but they are private.
If you teach in English, your English level needs to be above IELTS 6.0; English teaching programs provide GMAT, IELTS or TOEFL scores according to school requirements.
4. Economic capacity
If you can afford to pay all the expenses during your study in France, you need to have a bank deposit of more than 60000-80000 yuan (current, it is advisable to complete the visa).
5. Good health and no criminal record
In particular, in addition to the well-known basic conditions, we often encounter customers who have no education, no college entrance examination, work, old age, cross major, direct recording, poor language scores and other conditions at work. They want to apply for studying in France, but it is relatively difficult, so we must have a ten point reasonable learning plan.