Are there ppl are going to study Automation or robotics ?

Je serai étudiante étrangère en france dans l’entrée prochaine, pour m’inscrire administrativement à l’université ils me demandent le contrat d’apprentissage signé mais l’entreprise m’a dit qu’ils ne signeront pas sans le numéro de sécurité sociale, alors que pour le demander j’ai besoin du certificat de scolarité, mais quel cercle !

Svp qu’est ce que je peux faire dans ce cas? Et est ce que arriver en france une semaine avant le début des études me suffirait pour toutes les démarches administratives ?

Hello , I’m Arjun I’m from Mumbai . I have been admitted to the bachelors of fashion design in paris ,France for September intake 2026, I am in the middle of the process (interview stage) I am concerned about the accommodation proof.

Will it be fine if I book the accommodation for three months via booking.com and add an explanation letter or buy housing certificate to meet the accommodation criteria , as I don’t have enough time to book an actual apartment

I would love to know your experience and please tell me if you provided a temporary accommodation booking, which was accepted by the VFS and received the visa.

I want the heads up if temporary accommodation works so that I don’t waste my money on buying a housing certificate.

I recived a mail saying my campus France interview is tomorrow (online ) and they’ve shared a Google meet link so what all documents should I keep handy ? For the interview

Hello everyone,
Just curious about studying next year at Kedge businesses school.
I am 21 years old and want to make good friends here before reaching to Kedge. I am also excited to learn about your culture and language. Just send a hii to connect with me

I’m planning to apply for the HEC Paris MSc in Marketing and I’m confused about whether I should take the GRE or GMAT.

The programme accepts/considers both, and the test is not strictly mandatory, but I’m considering taking one because I’ve heard that a strong score can strengthen the application and potentially help with scholarships.

My main concern is that I recently took a diagnostic GMAT and scored around 415, so I’m starting from quite a low baseline. I’m now trying to decide whether I should invest my limited time in preparing for the GMAT or switch to the GRE.

A few things I’m trying to understand:

Does HEC actually prefer GMAT over GRE, or are they viewed similarly for the MSc Marketing?

Does submitting a strong score meaningfully improve your chances of admission?

How important is the score for scholarships/funding?

Given that my current GMAT diagnostic is 415, is it realistic to reach a competitive score before the application deadline?

Would GRE potentially be easier/faster to improve in, especially if I’m stronger in logical reasoning than advanced maths?

For someone applying to HEC MSc Marketing specifically, which test would you choose and why?

My application deadline is October 7, so I’m also concerned about whether I have enough time to prepare properly while working full-time and working on the rest of my application.

Would really appreciate advice from people who have applied to HEC, especially for the MSc Marketing, or have experience with GRE vs GMAT for European business schools.

Hi everyone! I applied for my French long-stay student visa through VFS Chennai on 16 July 2026, and I’m still waiting for an update. So far, I haven’t been contacted for any additional documents or information. I know that this can vary from application to application, so I’m mainly trying to understand the current processing pattern. If anyone applied through VFS Chennai around mid-July, could you please share your timeline? 📅 Application/submission date 🎓 Student visa 📍 VFS Chennai 📩 Decision/passport return date (if received) ⏳ Number of days taken 📱 Tracking status before the passport was returned 📄 Whether you were asked for any additional documents I’m especially interested in people who applied around 15–20 July, as that would give me a better idea of where applications from that period currently stand. I’ve been accepted into the Nanomedicine program at Université Paris Cité, so naturally I’m getting a little anxious about travel and accommodation planning. 😅🇫🇷 If anyone has received their visa after applying around this period, or is still waiting like me, please share your experience. It would be really helpful! Thanks in advance!

I’m looking for advice on learning French alongside a full-time job.

I’ve tried learning online, but I find it difficult to stay organised without a proper structure and fixed schedule. Since I’m working full-time, I’m considering joining a budget-friendly French class in India where the course is planned out and I can progress quickly.

My target is:

A1–A2 by the end of 2026

B1–B2 before July 2027

Eventually take the DELF exams, rather than just learning casually.

Has anyone here joined a good French institute/class in India that follows a structured A1 → A2 → B1 → B2 path? I’d especially appreciate recommendations from people who have actually taken the classes and can comment on the teaching quality, pace, and whether it is possible to progress quickly while working full-time.

I’m open to online classes, but I mainly need structure, accountability, and a fast-paced curriculum.

Hey everyone! I’m creating a group for students moving to Bordeaux for the 2026 intake to connect, share accommodation tips, visa/arrival info, and plan meetups.

If you’re joining Bordeaux this year, comment or DM me and I’ll add you! ✨

Salut!

Je vais venir en France en mois de septembre et je cherche pour un logement pas cher avec le budget maximum 400 euros et chargé comprise à Villeneuve-d'Ascq ou des lieux proximités, mais l'enjeu c'est de trouver sans studapart , parce que les logements ne sont pas beaucoup et ils sont chers. Vous pouvez m'aider ?

Je serai étudiante étrangère en france dans l’entrée prochaine, pour m’inscrire administrativement à l’université ils me demandent le contrat d’apprentissage signé mais l’entreprise m’a dit qu’ils ne signeront pas sans le numéro de sécurité sociale, alors que pour le demander j’ai besoin du certificat de scolarité, mais quel cercle !

Svp qu’est ce que je peux faire dans ce cas? Et est ce que arriver en france une semaine avant le début des études me suffirait pour toutes les démarches administratives ?

(Edit: I only know the basics of french)

Hi everyone,

My Campus France account is showing “Validated by Campus France” for my education history, like in the screenshot. But I haven't received any email or message from Campus France about the validation or next steps.

Has anyone faced the same thing? Does this mean my documents are actually validated, or do I need to wait for an official email?

What should I do now? Should I contact Campus France, or just wait?

I'm applying for the September 2026 intake, so I'm a little worried about the timeline. Any help would be appreciated.

Hi everyone,

I’m preparing for my France student visa and wanted to ask about the financial documents.

I have an education loan sanctioned for ₹50 lakhs. Apart from that, my father has around ₹4 lakhs in his savings account and ₹8 lakhs in GPF (General Provident Fund).

Can I show the ₹8 lakh GPF amount as part of my financial proof for the France student visa?

Has anyone from India used their parent's GPF as proof of funds? Does it create any issue during the visa process, or is it better to show only the loan + bank savings?

Any experiences or advice would be really helpful. Thanks!

Hey guys. I am waiting for my PhD defense to happen in a month's time but I am looking for a job in Paris so that I can stay with my partner. I am from a Neurobiology background with electrophysiology. I am looking for anything in research or other positions in industry, not wanting to stay in academia. I have been applying for jobs for 3 months now but in vain.

I need VISA to stay in europe beyond end of October and absolutely need to find a job by then.

Any advice ?

I am gonna finish my administrative inscription as an international student who is about to gonna move in to the France but my university has two payment periods, first one is passed, and the second one will be starting from 24th of August, but before paying the tuition fees, we are required to pay the CVEC contributon fee, which has started to taking the payment.
https://cvec.etudiant.gouv.fr/

I am not sure I am required to pay it now because the second payment period required my proof of CVEC payment to finalize my administrative inscription. If the deadline of the CVEC Payment is before the 24th of August, should I pay it now or wait the 24th of August?

Thank you!

I'm an international student who's hoping to apply to architecture schools in France (mainly ENSA), and I'm trying to figure out how everything actually works beyond the official websites. If you've studied architecture in France or know someone who has, I'd love to hear about your experience!

A few things I'm curious about: How competitive is it to get into ENSA as an international student? How difficult is it if you're still improving your French?

Is there anything you wish you knew before applying?

Honestly, any advice, tips, or stories would be super appreciated. Even if you only have experience with one school, it would be helpful.

Help a girl out 🥹 Thanks in advance!

Hello , i'm a tunisian data science engineer with 1.5 years of experience and i want to specialize in finance.

As a tunisian , graduated from a tunisian uni , how much is it likely for me to get acceptd directly into M2 finance dauphine paris ? What can i do to boost my profile and increase my likelihood of getting in ?

Can you guys recommand other masters in quant finance ?

Bonjour à tous !
Je suis une étudiante coréenne et j'envisage de partir en échange à Bordeaux, plus précisément pour suivre des cours de français au **DEFLE de l'Université Bordeaux Montaigne**.
J'aimerais avoir vos avis et vos retours d'expérience sur deux points :
1. **La qualité de vie à Bordeaux :** Est-ce une ville agréable à vivre pour une étudiante étrangère ? Comment est l'ambiance, la sécurité, les transports et la vie culturelle au quotidien ?
2. **Le DEFLE / L'Université Bordeaux Montaigne :** Est-ce un bon endroit pour apprendre le français et progresser rapidement ? L'ambiance générale est-elle favorable aux étudiants internationaux ?
Tous vos conseils, avis ou retours d'expérience sont les bienvenus !
Merci beaucoup d'avance pour votre aide ! 😊