French public universities are free of tuition.
As one of the four largest economies in western countries, France attaches great importance to the development of science, technology and education. The government spends 20% of its budget on education every year, making it one of the countries with the highest investment in the world. 65438-0998 France liberalized its study abroad policy so that international students can enjoy the welfare policy of free tuition and housing subsidies in public universities.
housing problem
As there are more and more college students in France, housing is a big problem that puzzles students and the government, especially in the Paris University District. Experts suggest that cities with tight housing such as Paris should be avoided, and an overall study abroad contract with an intermediary company with accommodation clauses should be signed. International students can apply for a student housing subsidy of 20%-40% of the rent, and enter the third stage of university study, and they can apply for a student subsidy of 600 to 900 euros.
Food and transportation costs
The fees for various types of dormitories are different, ranging from 90- 180 euros after applying for housing subsidies. If you live in a French family or rent a private house, you can apply for housing subsidies according to the housing situation; Staying in hotels and guesthouses for a long time is expensive, and some of them cannot apply for housing subsidies. The cost of meals is about 80 to 120 euros/month. Monthly transportation ticket: about 25 euros/month on average. Other expenses: around 45 euros.
French TEF proficiency test
TEF test is a unified French proficiency test recognized by the French Embassy. It is the main reference for French universities to evaluate applicants' French level, and it has also become the language condition for French enterprises to hire overseas employees. French TEF proficiency test focuses on the comprehensive evaluation of French ability such as French understanding and French expression. The test time of the whole set of questions 150 minutes, with a full score of 900.
National Master of French New Academic System
Some French universities have introduced new master's courses for undergraduate and three-year college graduates from China University. The teaching mode of linking the master's preparatory course with the master's course shortens the class hours, and students who pass the examination can get the national master's degree of the new French academic system.