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  • Type of study program
    • What higher education institutions exist in France?
    • Is it possible to change the field of study?
    • How is the academic year divided?
    • Do universities offer summer courses?
    • How are university studies organized in an academic year (number of in-class hours, subjects and work outside of class)?
    • How to choose the type of institution?
  • Level of studies
  • Equivalences
  • Opportunities to study in France
  • Registration
  • Social security
  • Visa and residence permit
 
 

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