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Université Paul Cézanne (Aix-Marseille III)
Aix-en-Provence, France
(pop. 140,000; 830,000 (Including Marseille))
Student Enrollment: 23,000
Language of instruction: French
www.univ-cezanne.fr
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Institut d'Etudes Francaises pour Etudiants Etrangers (IEFEE)
PROGRAM TYPE
Academic year and semester exchanges
ISEP-Exchange for International students; chance of placement is limited.
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
Chance of Placement
ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for US and International students is Limited.
Courses
Option 1: Full year or semester enrollment in university courses
Campus of Aix-en-Provence-Business Management, Economics, Law, Political Science, Urban Planning, French language & literature studies for international students. Sciences (undergrad only),
Campus of Marseille-Science and Technology (biology, computer science, environment, mathematics).
Option 2: Full Year or semester enrollment in French language and literature studies at the IEFEE (Institut d'Études Françaises pour Étudiants Étrangers)
Students should have at least 2 semesters of university-level French. This program is not for beginners. All the teaching is delivered by professors, lecturers, various members of the University's teaching staff and professors associated with the Institute. Each student has 20 to 22 hours of tuition per week. Students will be offered a variety of French literature and civilization courses.
Option 3: Semester 1 enrollment in French language and literature studies at IEFEE and second semester enrollment in university courses
Academic Notes
Fields of study recommended at this institution include business, economics, French as a foreign language, international relations, law, and sciences
Students may not enroll in IEFEE at the same time as regular courses. Additionally, students may only register in one academic department.
Language Notes
Option 1: Full year or semester enrollment in university courses
A minimum of 4-5 semesters of university-level French or its equivalent must be completed prior to program.
A one-month pre-session, intensive French course is offered through the Institute of French Studies for Foreign Students in June, July, or September for an additional fee for all levels.
Option 2: Full Year or semester enrollment in French language and literature studies at the IEFEE
A minimum of 2 semesters of university-level French or its equivalent must be completed prior to program. Instruction available at all levels.
Option 3: Semester 1 enrollment in French language and literature studies at IEFEE and second semester enrollment in university courses
See information in options 1 and 2.
For more information on courses and language options, see the:
ISEP French Language Advising Guide for US Students
ISEP French Language Advising Guide for I-to-I Students
Program Dates
Option 1: Full year or semester enrollment in university courses
Academic year: September to May/ June
Semester 1: September to January
Semester 2: January to late June.
Option 2: Full Year or semester enrollment in French language and literature studies at the IEFEE
Academic year: Late September/Early October to mid/late May
Semester 1: Late September/Early October to mid-January
Semester 2: Late January to mid/late May
Option 3: Semester 1 enrollment in French language and literature studies at IEFEE and second semester enrollment in university courses
See information in options 1 and 2
Housing and Meals
ISEP students live in single-occupancy rooms in residence halls and receive a stipend for meals. No married student housing is available. Halls of residence are generally mixed.
Student Activities
International students have many opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities as there are more than 50 student organizations available in Aix and Marseille.
A special program for international students, the "Buddy program" gives the opportunity to students to be matched to a French student from Paul Cezanne before departure. The "parrain" then offers friendship, advice on social activities, and academic guidance.
The welcome party for International students is followed by a day trip to a famous place (St Tropez, Arles etc.)
Both Aix-en-Provence and Marseille offer a lot of cultural activities through their theatres, cinemas, music and film festivals etc.
Profile
Founded in 1409, Aix-Marseille is a multidisciplinary university offering a wide range of studies and more than 200 degrees. Aix-Marseille III enrolls 23,000 students including 3,500 international students.
Location
Paul Cezanne University is situated on two main campuses in Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. The towns are 30 km apart and are connected by a shuttle service (approx. a 20 minutes' bus ride). These two lively towns are one hour by plane and three hours by TGV train from Paris.
Aix-en-Provence is famous for its historical and cultural heritage. The campus is located downtown. Marseille is the second largest city in France and a major European center. The campus is located north of town and it is approximately a 20 minutes' tube or bus ride to the town centre or sea front.
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