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Learn French at university in Dijon
What is it?
A University Diploma (DU) Passerelle allows asylum seekers, beneficiaries of subsidiary or temporary protection, refugees and stateless persons, to begin or resume university studies in France.
This DU Passerelle offers:
- French classes,
- Cultural activities,
- Support to continue your studies in France or to find a job after training...
There are around 40 similar trainings in France. This sheet presents the training of the University of Borgogne.
> Find out more about the DU Passerelle: Refugees.info sheet
Why is it interesting?
In this training, there are 500 hours of French lessons.
You will have classes 20 hours per week, from Monday to Friday.
You will have to sit exams to obtain a University Diploma.
It is possible to take the DELF at the end of the training.
During the course, you'll find out all about university in France: what it's like to be a student, how courses and exams are organised, what qualifications and courses are available, how to take notes during lectures and review your lessons outside lectures, how to give presentations and prepare for exams.
France's higher education system is complex.
During your training, you will be given support to think about your academic and career plans, according to the opportunities available.
The professionals also help you write your CV and cover letters, find internships and register for the courses you're interested in.
This training also includes:
- collective workshops
- individual appointments
- mentoring by volunteers
- in-company observation period
You will have access to various activities during this training:
- artistic workshops (dance, theatre, comics, radio...)
- sports activities
- integration day or weekend at the beginning of the year
- tandem activities with another university student,
- outings organized by a student association...
How to do it?
- Registration procedures: go to the university website to find out how to register.
- Application dates: from mid-March to mid-May for a September start
- Email contact: du.passerelle.etu.exil@u-bourgogne.fr
After sending the application, if your file is accepted, you will receive an email with an invitation for an interview.
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