General information about France

France, officially known as the French Republic, is a country whose main territory is located in Western Europe, along with several overseas regions and territories. Metropolitan France stretches from the Mediterranean Sea to the English Channel and the North Sea, and from the Rhine River to the Atlantic Ocean.

France also includes French Guiana in South America and several islands in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. The country consists of 18 regions with a total area of 643,801 km² and a population of more than 67 million as of October 2018. France is a unitary semi-presidential republic, with Paris serving as its capital, largest city, and primary cultural and commercial center. Other major urban centers include Marseille, Lyon, Lille, Nice, Toulouse, and Bordeaux.

Capital	: Paris
Country calling code	: +33
Currency	: Euro
Official language	: French
Government	: Republic
Population	: 67.348.000 (2018)
Famous tourist attractions	: Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Alps, Mont Blanc, the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur), the Provence region, Biarritz, Château de Versailles, Loire Valley

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Study in France

Renowned for its excellence in MBA programmes, hospitality, and arts education, France offers high-quality programmes at relatively affordable tuition fees. With many English-taught courses, it is an

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Employment and Residency in France

Work after Graduation To stay in France after graduation, international students must obtain either a job offer or a labor contract with a salary of at least 1.5 times the French minimum wage (appr

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Student visa to France

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Universities in France

France has more than 3,500 public and private higher education institutions, including: 72 public universities, 25 clusters of universities and higher education institutions, 271 doctoral schools. 227 accredited engineering schools authorized to issue engineering degrees, 220 business and management schools, 45 public schools of art, 22 national schools of architecture and more than 3,000 private institutions and institutes.

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Education system in France

The French education system is divided into three levels: Primary Education (l’enseignement primaire) – 9 years, of which 8 years are compulsory Secondary Education (l’enseignement secondaire) – 7 years Higher Education (l’enseignement supérieur) – 2 to 8 years

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Why study in France

France has long been one of the world’s leading destinations for international education, attracting hundreds of thousands of students each year. With its world-class universities, globally recognised degrees, affordable tuition, and strong links between academia and industry, France offers an education experience that is both high-quality and practical. Beyond academics, students benefit from generous government support, a vibrant cultural environment, and excellent career opportunities during and after their studies. Below are the key reasons why France continues to be a top choice for international students worldwide.

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