Do you want to apply in a University or a French school via Campus France ? One of the essential steps is the constitution of your application file. But what exactly are the required documents? In this article, I explain the list of documents to provide, with tips on how to properly prepare your file and avoid mistakes.
The list may vary slightly depending on your country, but in general, you will need to provide:
1. ID
Advice: Make sure that your passport is valid at least until the end of your planned stay in France.
2. Degrees and transcripts
Degrees obtained (baccalaureate, license, master depending on your level),
consultancy : some countries require an official translation if the documents are not in French.
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Clear presentation of your academic, academic and possibly professional background.
consultancy : prefer a resume in French, concise and structured.
4. Motivation letter (s)
A personalized letter for each training requested.
consultancy : explain your study project, your interest in France and your professional objective.
5. Proof of language level
Certificate of French (DELF, DALF, TCF, TEF) or English if the course is English-speaking.
consultancy : always check the specific requirements of the institution (sometimes a simple certificate is enough, sometimes an official test is mandatory).
6. Academic and professional certificates (if applicable)
Internship certificates, employment certificates, letters of recommendation.
Depending on your profile, some additional documents are required. The list therefore varies between bachelor's degree, current student, professional or researcher. Prepare them carefully so that your Campus France file is complete and legible.
Recent bachelor's degree:
Certificate of preparation of the diploma (or provisional transcript) with the expected date of graduation and the main grades.
Current student:
Recent transcripts.
Professional:
Signed work certificates (position, dates, working time), contracts or recent pay slips.
Research/academic:
2 to 3 letters of recommendation from your supervisors.
Your Campus France file is the first impression that establishments will have of you. Take care of it by providing all the required documents: passport, diplomas, diplomas, transcripts, transcripts, CV, motivation letters, proof of language... With a complete, well-organized and clear file, you maximize your chances of being admitted to the university or school of your choice.
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