The French + Sciences program, developed by Campus France in partnership with FLE centers (Français Langue Etrangère), diplomatic posts and Campus France local offices, has been a lever for attracting international students since 2018 and still today for the next session 2026. This program offers English-speaking international students the opportunity to spend short stays for language and scientific learning in France in cutting-edge technological sectors. Find out more about this program and its communication kit.
Introduction to the French + Sciences program
Developed by Campus France in partnership with FLE (Français Langue Etrangère) centers, diplomatic posts and Campus France local offices, the French + Sciences program offers English-speaking international students with a beginner's level of French or higher, the opportunity to spend short linguistic and scientific stays in France in cutting-edge technological sectors.
The French + Sciences program offers anglophone international students, with beginner or higher levels of French, the opportunity to take short linguistic and scientific stays in France within cutting-edge technological sectors.
These short stays, lasting three to four weeks, are designed to promote French technological know-how and the excellence of French scientific training. Sessions are mainly conducted in English, but include an FLE module to help participants overcome the language barrier while improving their skills.
Some sessions earn ECTS credits ranging from 4 to 16 (see brochure).
Academic and logistical services are offered to participants: welcome at the training location, accommodation (2 to 3 choices), pedagogical support, training evaluation, etc.
This innovative program, which forms part of the “Bienvenue en France” (Welcome to France) strategy, is a new lever for boosting France's appeal to international students.
Sessions 2026: information and registration
Registration for sessions is done online, directly on the websites of our partner FLE centres, which are then able to answer students' questions directly.
“Outdoor Sports” - Accents/Université Savoie Mont Blanc - Chambéry
Session dates: from May 29 to June 22, 2026
Registration deadline: April 26, 2026
Fees:
- Accommodation in a university residence : €2,200
Register: https://www.univ-smb.fr/accents/formation/french-outdoor-sports-campus-france/
“ Focus on Sustainable Development” - Accent français – Montpellier
This stay is organized by Accent Français, in partnership with ENERCOOP, the University of Montpellier, and Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole.
Session dates: from June 8 to June 26, 2026
Registration deadline: May 8, 2026
Register: https://www.accentfrancais.com/french-courses/french-courses-for-adults/francais-sciences
Fees:
- Furnished studio in a student residence: €2,900
- Host family with half board: €2,550
Please note that University housing is not available at Accent Français, Montpellier.
“Science and Technology of the Sea” - Ciel Bretagne – Brest
Brest session dates:
- Session 1: from January 12 to January 23, 2026 (2 weeks)
- Session 2: from June 18 to July 10, 2026 (3.5 weeks)
Registration deadline: April 20, 2026 - Session 3: from August 10 to August 28, 2026 (3 weeks)
Registration deadline: June 1, 2026
Fees:
- University housing : €2,385
- Host family housing:
- January (2 weeks) : €1,990
- June / July: €2,960
- August : €2,730
Register: https://www.ciel.fr/categorie-produit/specific-french-course-programs-for-students/
“Micro, Nano & Smart Technologies for Industrial Applications” - Université Marie & Louis Pasteur/CLA – Besançon
This stay is organized by the CLA in partnership with EIPHI-BFC Graduate School.
Session dates: from June 1st to June 26, 2026 in Besançon (4 weeks)
Registration deadline: April 20, 2026
Fees: University housing :€1,960
Please note university housing is the only accommodation option available at CLA Besançon.
“AI in Sciences: Shaping Innovation, Exploring Social Impact” - Université Marie & Louis Pasteur/CLA – Besançon
Session dates: from June 1st to June 26, 2026 in Besançon
Registration deadline: April 20, 2026
Fee:
- Accommodation in a university residence : €1,960
To register: fle-cla@umlp.fr
Communication Kit
A communication kit provides the following elements: brochures, flyers, videos, detailed presentations, etc.
French + Sciences testimonials
Contact
Educational & Engineering Unit
Marketing & Mobility Department, Campus France
email: frenchplus@campusfrance.org
