SUMMER SCHOOLS IN FRANCE
Each year, Summer Schools are organized during summer holidays for Bachelor’s students, Masters’ students, doctoral students and even post-doctoral students. Taking place between June and August, they can vary in terms of duration, going from one week to 8 weeks.
Summer Schools’ programs will enable you to expand your network, to take initiatives in your field of studies and to develop professional and social skills. You can also take that moment to discover the life and the culture of France whether by watching a theatrical performance or by eating a croissant!
Every year, the French Embassy provides scholarships for students to participate in summer schools, offering a unique opportunity for students to go to France during the summer holidays.
French + Sciences programs
The 2024 call for application is closed!
Developed by Campus France in partnership with French as a Foreign Language (FLE) Centres, French+Sciences is a program of short language and scientific stays in cutting-edge technological sectors. French+Sciences has been designed for English-speaking international students enrolled in any Canadian post-secondary institution who may be completely new to French. The scientific content is 100% taught in English.
The French+Sciences programme offers 3- to 4-week stays organised by FLE Centres that have been awarded the “Qualité FLE” label. The programs take place in different cities in France.
Each program has a specific scientific theme:
Are you studying science? Do you want to learn or improve your French? Would you like to discover a scientific and innovative environment while visiting France? For more information and to discover the price of the programs, download the brochure French+Sciences. APPLY NOW to one of the program!
Sustainable Development (June 9 — June 28 2024) : Forte With a long scientific tradition, Montpellier is internationally recognized in the fields of health, agronomy, and the environment. In the field of ecology, the university is consistently ranked among the best in the world, according to the Shanghai ranking. It is also the birthplace of modern medicine.
Science and Technology of the Sea (June 17 – July 5, 2024) : Ciel Bretagne, in association with Campus France, Technopôle Brest Iroise, and Campus Mondial de la Mer, offers English-speaking students with beginner-level French a 3-week program of visits to companies and state-of-the-art laboratories (conducted in English), conferences on current and future challenges facing the engineering professions, and courses in French as a foreign language. The program also includes a wide selection of excursions and cultural visits centered on the theme of “Science and technology of the sea”.
Micro, Nano & Smart Technologies for Industrial Applications (June 3 – 28, 2024) : The Center for Applied Linguistics (CLA) of the University of Franche-Comté in Besançon has partnered with Campus France and the Graduate School EIPHI of the Federal University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté to provide a new program of the French + Sciences in Besançon, Dijon and Belfort. The program will be offering language, cultural and scientific immersion focus on micro and nanotechnology for industrial applications.
Focus on Transport & Energy (May 27 – June 14, 2024) : Normandy is an historic region, cradle of Impressionism and famous for cheese, whose historic capital city Rouen, “City of a hundred steeples”, boasts a superb architectural and cultural heritage. Yet it is also a region that is resolutely modern. As a major actor in industrial research, Normandy is recognised throughout Europe as a world-class player in the following sectors, pharmaceuticals, transports, energy and digital applications.
Focus on Moutain Science (June 1 – 21, 2024) : With this program designed by Université Savoie Mont-Blanc, in partnership with Campus France, participants will broaden their knowledge in mountain science and practise their French. This rich and varied three-week program combines scientific aspects taught in English with French classes starting at beginner level. A wide range of topics will be studied and analysed, including the environment, climate change, rural development planning, and issues related to the mountain tourist industry.
French + Gastronomy program
Following the success of the French + Sciences program, Campus France is collaborating with the Fauchon School and the French in Normandy FLE center to launch French + Gastronomy in 2024. This short 3-week program will allow students to explore the world of gastronomy (top chefs, pastry chefs, chocolate makers, etc.) while learning French.
Focus on Gastronomy (June 17 – July 5, 2024) : In the heart of the first French city to be designated a “Gastronomic City” by UNESCO, French In Normandy has partnered with Campus France and the FAUCHON School to offer a 3-week program that combines French courses, cultural discoveries and exciting workshops in the hotel and restaurant industry. In this program, students will discover the techniques of great chefs, meet producers and gastronomy professionals, while learning the French language.
The scholarship
The Embassy of France in Canada has partnered with Campus France to offer several scholarships supporting the total cost of the above mentioned programs:
The scholarship includes :
- The cost for the program
- Accommodation (University housing)
- International flight (round trip Canada / France)
- living allowance (amount to be determined)
- Insurance (including liability insurance)
Eligibility requirements
- To be enrolled at a Canadian university / college (outside of Quebec)
- To be an undergraduate student
Application
The 2025 call for application will open soon (expected date: January 2025).
The application files must be in 1 single PDF file and contain:
- ENG_Application-Form-FrenchScience-2024
- 1-page cover letter,
- Reference letter from one of your teacher,
- Latest transcript – report card
- Copy of your passport (If you do not have a Canadian citizenship, you may need a visa to go to France? Visit France Visas).
If you have any questions, please contact campusfrance.vancouver-cslt[at]diplomatie.gouv.fr
The Embassy of France in Canada encourages applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
Testimonies from our program Alumni
French+Sciences 2024
For its 3rd edition, the French Embassy in Canada decided to increase again its support for student mobility by offering more grants. Of the over 100 applications received, 5 students from Canadian universities were given the chance to discover French scientific training and culture in 2 regions and on 2 themes. And another 5 students from Canadian colleges and universities were given the chance to discover French Gastronomy training and culture.
Brianna (Nova Scotia Community College), Brienna (Vancouver Community College), Julia (Nova Scotia Community College), Mari (Camosun College), and Lucas (Camosun College) went to Rouen to learn about Gastronomy.
Ava (UBC), Ruth (Toronto University), Sandra (University of Alberta), and Sarah (UNBC) went to Montpellier, where the theme was sustainable development.
Finally, Patrick (St. Francis Xavier University) was on the Chambery programme, which focused on Mountain sciences.
French+Sciences 2023
For its 2nd edition, the French Embassy in Canada decided to increase its support for student mobility by offering more grants. Of the 32 applications received, 6 students from Canadian universities were given the chance to discover French scientific training and culture in 3 regions and on 3 themes.
Ajhma (Prince Edward Island university), Jeanne (Acadia Univerisity), Pearl (Yukon University), and Thi Phuong Thanh (Prince Edward Island university) went to Montpellier to learn about sustainable development.
Sophie (University of alberta) went to Besançon, where the theme was nano and micro technologies.
Finally, Julie (Prince Edward Island university) was on the Brest programme, which focused on marine technologies and sciences.
French+Sciences 2022
For this first edition of the French + Sciences programme, launched in 2022, the French Embassy in Canada offered 3 scholarships via a call for applications.
The 3 winners, Meissa (University of Regina), Carter (Université Sainte Anne) and Nana (Mount Allison University) were hosted by Accent Français in Montpellier for a stay on the theme of sustainable development.
FIND A SUMMER SCHOOL
Are you looking to improve your French or enroll in a short program during the summer holidays? French institutions offer over 500 courses open to students of all levels.
To find the summer school that suits you, visit the search engine developed by Campus France:
