Studies & Education

If you are interested in studying in France, the Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region has a range of top educational options and training opportunities. Studying in the South of France is a rich experience: you can learn a new language, explore a new culture, and meet students from all over the world. It’s sure to be a true adventure! 

Come and study in the South of France and benefit from a range of excellent universities and top schools and there are excellent educational opportunities that are highly accessible:

The Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is the #3 region in France for students. It is home to:

the biggest French university in the year (Aix-Marseille University)
4 universities (Aix-Marseille, Avignon, Côte d’Azur, Toulon)  
17 engineering schools and 15 business schools
26 international primary and secondary schools, including: 15 in the Alpes-Maritimes, 7 in Marseille, 3 in Avignon and 1 in Manosque 
 
 

FOCUS ON THE CITÉ SCOLAIRE INTERNATIONALE IN MARSEILLE 

At the start of the September 2024 school year, the Cité Scolaire Internationale will open its doors for the first time and  welcome almost 2100 pupils from primary to the final year of high school. The school offers a unique educational experience with main classes given in five different languages and opportunities to learn other languages as well.

FOCUS ON THE EIPACA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IN MANOSQUE 

Located 20 minutes from the ITER site, the school welcomes the children of employees working on the nuclear fusion reactor project, as well as many local pupils of European and non-European nationalities. It has a capacity of more than 1000 students. 

The school has an education system that is unique in Europe. From kindergarten to high school, it offers courses tailored to the diversity of students that study there. The school has six language sections, where 50% of the teaching is in French and 50% in the chosen language (up to 80% in English for English speakers), and offers other languages as complementary courses. 

Find a school providing your children with a high-quality international education (international section and private education) on the map below.

Click on the blue location icon to discover the profile of each school.

For post-secondary students, the South of France offers a wide range of internationally focused courses through international partnerships, specialized Masters degrees, multidisciplinary programs, and much more. 

There is also a vibrant network of renowned language centers where international students and residents can improve their language skills. 

Find all the information at: https://www.campusfrance.org/en