Are you an undergraduate student in Hong Kong or Macau with a passion for science and a desire to immerse yourself in French culture? The 2025 "French+Sciences" programme offers a unique opportunity to spend 3 to 4 weeks in France, combining scientific exploration with language learning. Applications are now open for this enriching experience. All details are presented in this article.
"French+Sciences" programme Summary
Location: France
Host Institutions: Various accredited French language centers and partner universities
Study Level: Undergraduate students
Target Group: Students from Hong Kong and Macau
Fields of Focus: Energy and Decarbonisation, Sustainable Development, Marine Science and Technology, Micro and Nanotechnology, Outdoor Sports
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Duration: 3 to 4 weeks
Application Deadline: April 25, 2025
Start Date: 3rd to 20th June 2025
Eligibility: Undergraduate students enrolled in scientific or technological programmes at universities in Hong Kong or Macau
"French+Sciences" programme Overview
The "French+Sciences" programme, developed by Campus France in collaboration with FLE (Français Langue Étrangère) centers, offers English-speaking international students the chance to engage in short-term linguistic and scientific stays in France's cutting-edge technological sectors. Participants will attend sessions primarily conducted in English, complemented by French language modules to enhance communication skills. Some sessions also offer ECTS credits, ranging from 4 to 16.
Students can Choose their area of interest with the following topics offered:
"Focus on Energy and Decarbonisation: New Challenges for Society" (at French in Normandy and Esigelec)
"Focus on Sustainable Development" (at Accents Français)
"Science and Technology of the Sea" (at Ciel Bretagne)
"Micro, Nano & Smart Technology For Industrial Applications" (at CLA Université de Franche-Comté)
"Focus on Outdoor Sports" (at Accents and Université Savoie Mont-Blanc)
Scholarship Benefits
Programme tuition fees
Round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Paris
Living allowance
Health insurance
Diverse Programme Options: Students can select from five specialized themes, each offering a unique perspective on contemporary scientific challenges.
Cultural and Professional Exposure: Beyond academic learning, the programme provides cultural visits and professional meetings, enriching the overall experience.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be an undergraduate student enrolled in a scientific or technological programme at a university in Hong Kong or Macau.
Demonstrated academic excellence and a strong motivation to study in France.
Basic proficiency in French is advantageous but not mandatory; sessions are primarily conducted in English.
Application Procedure
Interested students should submit the following documents in the specified order to [sciences.hong-kong-cslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr] with the subject line "French + Sciences 2025 [Your Last Name] [Your First Name]":
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover Letter: Detail your academic and professional aspirations, reasons for choosing France, and specify your preferred programme along with a second choice.
Identification Documents: Copy of ID and passport.
Proof of University Enrollment
Latest Academic Transcript
Recommendation Letter (Optional but recommended)
ℹ️ For Further Information, visit the programme webpage on Campus France & download programme's Leaflet (PDF)
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