Study in France
Tuition fees: The cost of study in France is very low as compared to tuition fees in UK and US. In public universities, tuition fees range from 150 - 800 Euro. These tuition fees depend on the level of study (like BS, masters and Doctorate). Also, it is interesting to know that Courses like Engineering might have slightly higher fees. Private institutions certainly operate on higher tuition fees ranging from 1500 – 6000 Euros per academic year.
Most Business schools are private and usually charge a tuition fee of 4500 to 7000 Euro per year for international students taught in English. There are more than 80 Universities, 200 Engineering and Commerce schools for international students to apply for studies in France. Basically, Undergraduate degree takes 3 years while Master's degree is usually 2 years. In France’s public universities, the basic language of study is French. Thus, international students whose native language is French can study at lower tuition fees. For bachelor’s degree programs for Francophone students, the tuition fee is 188 Euro per academic year while engineering degrees’ tuition fee is 611 Euro per academic year. That of medicine related studies have tuition fees that differ depending on the program of study. You can also contact your school of choice for more information on this.
Cost of Living: Besides studying on low tuition in France, the cost of living in France as an international student is cheap and affordable. It can be estimated at 1,050 to 1,200 Euro/month. These cover accommodation, books, transports etc. This cost is lower in minor cities and also depends on the spending rate of the individual.
How to Apply and Admission Requirements: Undergraduate studies; the application process for studies at French institutions varies depending on the institution as well as your country of residence. International students aspiring to study at the undergraduate degree level in the universities and institutes of technology in France must possess a French baccalaureate or equivalent and also passed the institution's entrance exam in their home country. In addition, if you are applying for a study program at an institute of technology, you may be required to undertake a personal interview.
Master’s studies; for international students that want to study at masters level, they must possess a relevant bachelor’s or equivalent degree diploma.
List of Universities in France
Universite de Caen
Universite de Franche-Comte
Universite de Marne la Vallee
Universite de Provence
Universite de Savoie
Universite de la Mediterranee
Universite des Sciences et Technologies de Lille
Universite Lumiere Lyon
Universite d'Orleans
Universite de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour
Universite de Technologie Compiegne
University of Picardie
University of Rennes 1
Nantes University
American University of Paris
College de France
Ecole Centrale Paris
Ecole Centrale de Lyon
Ecole Nationale Superieure de Techniques Avancees
Universite de Franche-Comte
Universite de Marne la Vallee
Universite de Provence
Universite de Savoie
Universite de la Mediterranee
Universite des Sciences et Technologies de Lille
Universite Lumiere Lyon
Universite d'Orleans
Universite de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour
Universite de Technologie Compiegne
University of Picardie
University of Rennes 1
Nantes University
American University of Paris
College de France
Ecole Centrale Paris
Ecole Centrale de Lyon
Ecole Nationale Superieure de Techniques Avancees
Study in Spain
Cost of Living in Spain: As a known fact, Spain is an affordable country. The cost of living in Spain is low and affordable. It is around 900 – 1,100 EUR/month and will take care of your needs ranging from feeding, accommodation, books and travelling around the cities. Madrid and Barcelona are the costliest cities in Spain. If you care to live at a cheaper rate, then you can choose the minor cities. Most of the students prefer to share the students' dormitory or a flat.
Tuition fees in Spain: Tuition fees for EU citizens are among the lowest in Europe. Undergraduate and postgraduate enrollment fees are set by the Spanish government authorities for each area.
Bachelor studies: In the public universities, students only pay 680 – 1,400/academic year and this is relatively low. First enrolment always costs around 12.50 – 30 EUR/credit, while the second enrolment requires 25 – 54 EUR/credit. During the third enrolment, a student would be needed to pay 52 – 100 EUR/credit.
The tuition fees in Private universities are higher. It is usually charged 5,500 – 18,000 EUR/academic years.
Master studies and Ph.D.: Tuition Fees range between 22 and 36 EUR/credit. A second enrolment in a Master’s programs costs 16 – 45 EUR/credit and a Ph.D. degree requires 16 – 55 EUR/credit when returning to a course.
Spain is a member of the Bologna education system, so degree courses are based on ECTS credits. A Bachelor’s degree is worth 180 – 240 ECTS (three – four years) and a Master’s degree has 60 – 120 ECTS (one to two years). Application fees are below 50 EUR.
Please kindly contact your university of choice through their webpage for more information on tuition fees.
Admission Requirements:
As an international student, if you want to study at the Undergraduate level, you must have a high/secondary school certificate. Also, you must have a proof of English proficiency.
International students for Master’s degree program must have a good bachelor’s degree GPA.
Students for PHD should have acquired a relevant master’s degree education.
Other requirements:
Receipt of fee payment
Passport
ID sized photographs.
Photocopies of your qualifications
Student visa
You will be notified through a mail if your application is successful.
Universities in Spain
Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio
Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona
Universidad Autonoma de Madrid
Universidad de Alcala
Universidad de Alicante
Universidad de Almeria
Universidad de Barcelona
Univesidad de Cadiz
Universidad de Cantabria
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Universidad de Cantabria
Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha
Universidad de Cordoba
Universidad de Deusto
Universidad de Extremadura
Universidad de Granada
Universidad de las Islas Baleares
Universidad de Jaen
Universidad de La Coruna
Universidad de La Laguna
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Universidad de Leon
Universidad de Malaga
Universidad de Murcia
Universidad de Navarra
Universidad de Oviedo
Universidad del Pais Vasco
Universidad de Salamanca
Universidad de Sevilla
Universidad de Valladolid
Universidad de Vigo
Universidad de Zaragoza
Universidad Nacional de Educaci?n a Distancia
Universidad Politecnica de Madrid
Universidad Pontificia de Comillas, Madrid
Universidad Publica de Navarra
Universidade de Santiago de Compostela
Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona
Study in Austria
I said earlier that there are many courses available in English. Thus, you don't need to previously have basic knowledge of German before enrolling in those programs. Up to 20% students enrolled in universities are international students. EEU Nationals don't require work permit but it's required for non EEU nationals (and number of work permits are limited).
Universities in Austria
Graz University of Technology
Johannes Kepler University of Linz
Karl Franzens University
Montanuniversiat Leoben
Technikum Vorarlberg
Universitat fur Bodenkultur
University of Art and Industrial Design
Vienna University of Economics and Business
University of Innsbruck
University of Klagenfurt
University of Salzburg
University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
University of Vienna
Vienna University of Technology
MCI-Management Center, Innsbruck
University of Vienna: This is among the oldest and largest University in Europe. 90,000 students from 130 countries are presently enrolled at the University which offers more than 135 Bachelor, Master, Diploma and Doctoral programs in the fields of study covered by its Faculties.
Degree Programmes: If you really want to study in Austria, you need to submit your application straight to the Austrian university at which you wish to enroll. A good secondary/high school qualifications bolstered with quality grades is an added advantage to you being smoothly admitted. You will also need to show proficiency in German or English depending on the language in which your program will be taught.
At this time, at undergraduate (bachelor’s) level, most of the courses are taught in German. But this is not the case at master's level - programs taught in English are available. A good Bachelor's degree will give you a higher chance of studying in Austrian universities. If you are applying to a universität der künste (university of the arts), note that you will be asked to sit an entrance examination.
Tuition Fees at Austrian Universities and Cost of Living