What's interesting about France? (Part 3)

The language:

• French used to be the language of the nobility and diplomacy all across Europe and in the Ottoman Empire, then the world's first real international language until English replaced it in the mid-20th century.

• The French word for 'deadline' is (ironically) délai, and indeed delay is part and parcel of the French work culture.

What's interesting about France? (Part 2)

Land and geography :

• France is the largest European country in terms of land area after Russia and Ukraine.

• Nearly 20% of the territory of France lies outside Europe. These regions are known as "DOM-TOM" (overseas departments and territories), where over 2.5 million French citizens live.

• The 45th parallel north, which marks the theoretical halfway point between the Equator and the North Pole, is said to be the limit between Northern France, where the Oïl dialects are spoken, and Southern France, where the Occitan dialects prevail. It is also the boundary between the butter and olive oil cuisines. In a wider European context, the 45th parallel roughly marks the division between northern and southern Europe, a division that may date back to the Neolithic

What's interesting about France ? (Part 1)

• France is officially known as the French Republic.
• The name France comes from the Latin word Francia, which means 'country of the Franks'.
• French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte, and Reunion are also recognized as a part of France.
• In 2012, the population of mainland France was just under 63 million (62,814,233). Another 2.8 million (2,816,459) are split between French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte and Reunion.
  

Why Study in France?

If all of the things that we’ve already told you about France were not enough, what if we told you that the country has one of the most prestigious education systems in the world, as well? Whether you are an individual seeking undergraduate studies, postgraduate schooling or something else, an amazing education can easily be found in the country. No matter what region that you go to there are numerous universities and educational institutions offering world-class education for people far and wide. There is a reason that so many people choose to come to France to receive their education and when it is the best education that you require, it is well worth your time to look at the colleges and universities that are available throughout the country.

Costs of living in France

The government requires that you be able to support yourself while you attend college, so it is important that you have the money that is needed. If you are an international student, the laws in France allow you to work part-time up to 20 hours per week while you study in France. While this money can certainly help, it may not be enough to cover all of the things that you will need.

Accommodation in France

One of the most important things that you need to decide once you know you are going to study in France is where you will live while you are there. France has numerous housing options available to students, but not all of them are created the same. It is a good idea to check out your options before you leave so that you are prepared with a great place to call home while you are studying. There are numerous options available to help make this happen.

Courses where the French excel (2)

While the subjects above are those in which France excels in, this isn’t to say you cannot earn a degree in another subject and still receive an amazing education. France is serious about their educational standards and you can count on any course or subject that you are interested in to come from a caring group of teachers, dedicated to providing an outstanding education.