Registration is now closed for 2024 sessions and scholarship applications. Applications will open in February-March 2025.
Please enrol in the French + Sciences or French + Gastronomy programs individually, then apply for the scholarship on the form attached at the bottom of this page.
French+Sciences Program Overview
Are you studying science? Do you speak English? Would you like to immerse yourself in science and innovation while visiting France? Do you want to learn or improve your French? Campus France Australia invites you to discover French+Sciences, a short-term language, scientific, and technological study program.
French +Sciences is a practical professional training program in which students are involved as future scientists, working within world-class firms and research organizations, in cutting-edge technological sectors.
Developed by Campus France, in partnership with a selection of French Language Centers (FLE), French+Sciences is a short-term language and scientific study program in advanced technological sectors.
French+Sciences is designed for international university students in scientific and technical fields, and English speakers who may be complete beginners in French.
The objective of the French+Sciences program is to help international students overcome the language barrier and encourage them to pursue higher studies in France.
The French+Sciences Program offers 3– to 4–week stays organized by FLE Centers under the “FLE Quality” label (label "Qualité FLE"). Sessions are available in several cities throughout France.
Each session focuses on a specific scientific topic. Download the brochure
Session Details
The sessions are an original combination of French language teaching and modules taught in English. French+Sciences program sessions are held primarily in English, with some French learning modules. English-speaking tutors assist students during their stay.
The sessions enable students to earn ECTS credits. Please discuss with your university language department if you would like to ensure your credits are recognised to your degree.
The French+Sciences Service Package
The French+Sciences program offers you a complete package of services which includes:
- Airport pickup, transportation to and from the language centre (10 students minimum required);
- Housing (three options), tutoring and monitoring of progress;
- Assessment and final report.
Registration for French+Sciences Program Sessions
Registration is now closed for 2024 sessions. Register online, directly on the website of partner FLE Centers:
“ Focus on Sustainable Development” Hosted by Accent français – Montpellier:
Session dates: June 2025
Registration period: registration is open until May 2025
Register: https://www.accentfrancais.com/french-courses/french-courses-for-adults/francais-sciences
Fees:
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Private apartment: €2,900
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Half-board accommodation in a host family: €2,900
Please note that University housing is not available at Accent Français, Montpellier
“Science and Technology of the Sea” Hosted by Ciel Bretagne – Brest (Bretagne):
Session dates: Dates TBC: June to July 2025
Registration period: registration is open until April 2025
Register: https://www.ciel.fr/categorie-produit/specific-french-course-programs-for-students/
Fees:
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University housing :€2,230
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Half-board accommodation in a host family: €2,640
“Micro, Nano & Smart Technologies for Industrial Applications” Hosted by CLA School – Besançon (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté):
This session is designed in partnership with EIPHI-BFC Graduate School.
Session dates: June 2025 (4 weeks)
Registration period: registration is open until April 2025
Fees:
- University housing :€1,960
Please note university housing is the only accommodation option available at CLA Besançon.
03 81 66 52 29
fle-cla@univ-fcomte.fr
“ Focus on Transportation and Energy” Hosted by French in Normandy School - Rouen
Session dates: May to June 2025
Registration period: registration is open until March 2025
To apply: https://www.frenchinnormandy.com/french-sciences/
Register:
- University housing: €2,138
- Half-board accommodation in a host family: €2,215
- Private apartment: €2,350
French in Normandy - Rouen: "French+Gastronomy"
In the heart of Rouen, the first French city to be designated a "City of Gastronomy" by UNESCO, Campus France has teamed up with FAUCHON School and the French as a Foreign Language (FLE) center French in Normandy to offer a 3-week program combining French lessons, cultural discoveries and exciting workshops in the hotel and restaurant industry. Gastronomy workshops and cultural activities are conducted in English. In this program, you will discover the techniques of top chefs as well as meet producers and gastronomy professionals, all while learning the French language.
- Session dates: from 06/17/2024 to 07/05/2024
- Registration period: open until April 12, 2024
Rates:
- University residence accommodation: €2,138
- Half board with a host family: €2,215
- Private apartment: €2,350
To register, please visit: https://www.frenchinnormandy.com/french-gastronomy/
"Mountain Sciences" Hosted by the Université Savoie Mont-Blanc in Chambéry
With this program designed by Université Savoie Mont-Blanc, in partnership with Campus France, participants will broaden their knowledge in mountain science and practise their French. This rich and varied three-week program combines scientific aspects taught in English with French classes starting at beginner level. A wide range of topics will be studied and analysed, including the environment, climate change, rural development planning, and issues related to the mountain tourist industry.
Session dates: June 3 to 21 2024
Registration period: registration is open until March 31 2024
Register: https://www.univ-smb.fr/accents/en/formation/formations-specifiques/
Fees:
- University housing: €2000
To register, please send an e-mail to: contact.accents@univ-smb.fr
Contact
Jean-François DUTREY
Development Manager - Educational Engineering Department, Campus France
Tel : +33 (0) 1 40 40 81 64
jean-francois.dutrey@campusfrance.org
or
Tallis Everard
Higher Education Officer and Campus France Liaison at the Embassy of France in Australia
Tel : +61 6216 0137
education.canberra-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr
Embassy French + Sciences Grant for Students
The Embassy of France in Australia supports students studying in Australian universities by providing a scholarship to cover the enrolment costs and travel costs for participants in the French + Sciences programs.
To apply for the scholarship, please fill out the application form linked at the bottom of the page.
The completed formula and all required documents must be sent to education.canberra-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr.
Application deadline: April 2025.
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