Computing & Data
Study software, information systems, data science and artificial intelligence.
Example programmes
- Computer Science — Digital International Program (DIGIT)Master’s · Postgraduate
Study destination
Study in France
Business, hospitality and engineering programmes at universities and specialist schools in Paris and regional cities.
Find your study options in France
France offers public universities and private schools specialising in business, hospitality and engineering. Applicants from many countries use the Études en France process through Campus France before applying for a visa. September is the main intake, with some January starts.
- Teaching language
- English · French
Confirm your programme’s language and accepted evidence.
- Programme starts
- September · January
Starts and deadlines vary by programme.
- Study budget
- Plan your total costs
Compare tuition, living costs and initial expenses.
- After graduation
- Explore your next step
Work and residence options have their own conditions.
Our team can help you compare courses, understand entry requirements and build a shortlist around your qualifications and budget.
Explore courses in France
Start with a subject you enjoy. Explore selected programme examples, then compare study levels and teaching languages in the course directory.
- Explore courses in Computing & Data, France→
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Universities to explore
Explore university campuses and study options. Visit the official admissions pages for current programmes, entry requirements and fees.
Vatel
French campus network
Hospitality management programmes; teaching language and qualifications vary by campus.
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University photo credits
- Vatel: Vatel. Resized and cropped for display.
- Sorbonne University: Sorbonne University. Resized and cropped for display.
Plan your study budget
Your budget has three parts: tuition, day-to-day living and the costs of getting settled. Use the references below to start planning, then confirm the figures for your course and city.
Tuition & fee references
Differentiated public-university fees for eligible non-EU students, 2026/27. Exemptions and institutional exceptions apply; private schools set their own fees.
Public national bachelor’s degree
Non-EU differentiated rate · 2026/27 · Campus France guidance
€2,902per year
Public national master’s degree
Non-EU differentiated rate · 2026/27 · Campus France guidance
€3,950per year
Living-cost planning range
€800–1,200per month
Campus France guidance for student living expenses. Paris and some accommodation choices can cost more.
Tuition and initial costs are additional. Check the separate financial evidence required for your visa.
Campus France: cost of studying (opens in a new tab)Fees vary by programme, year and legal status. A semester fee, annual fee and full-programme fee cover different periods. Confirm what is included, payment dates and refund terms with the institution.
Allow for initial expenses
Include application and visa charges, document preparation, insurance, travel and accommodation deposits. Ask what is included before paying; any agency service charge is separate from university and government fees.
Check funding early
Review scholarships with the university or award provider. Check eligibility, deadlines and what an award covers. Build your plan around confirmed funds.
Entry requirements & how to apply
Requirements depend on your qualification, citizenship and chosen programme. Check the university’s current instructions before preparing your application.
Academic entry requirements
Bachelor’s applicants need a secondary-school qualification, and master’s applicants need a first degree. Some institutions also require an interview or admissions test.
Language & course requirements
Language requirements depend on whether the programme is taught in French or English. Hospitality schools such as Vatel often request a motivation letter and may hold interviews.
For a master’s degree
Check the recognised first degree, relevant subject background and grades required by the programme. Some courses also ask for professional experience, a portfolio, research proposal or an interview.
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Documents to prepare
- Passport, qualification certificates and academic transcripts.
- Accepted evidence of your programme’s teaching language.
- A personal statement, references, portfolio or research proposal where requested.
- Qualification assessment, legalisation and certified translations where required.
Qualification recognition
Your application route depends on the qualification, programme and country of residence. Check whether Études en France applies. For specialist schools, confirm the exact qualification awarded, recognition and teaching language at your campus.
Recognition, legalisation and translation are separate steps. Confirm each receiving authority’s requirements.
Choose your intake before you apply
September is the main start. Selected schools offer other starts. Études en France and direct university deadlines can differ, so confirm the route before submitting an application.
Choose your programme
Compare subjects, qualification, campus, teaching language and total cost. Confirm eligibility with the institution.
Prepare and apply
Check the application route, gather the required documents and complete any assessment by the course deadline.
Plan your arrival
After admission, follow the applicable immigration process and arrange funds, insurance and accommodation.
Visa, work & student life
Student visa and residence
Use France-Visas to check the visa category and documents for your study duration and circumstances. Where applicable, complete the Études en France process before the visa stage.
If issued a long-stay student visa equivalent to a residence permit (VLS-TS), follow the official validation steps after arrival.
France-Visas: student guidance (opens in a new tab)
Use the instructions for your actual citizenship and residence jurisdiction.
Working during and after study
Many international students may work within the annual limit attached to their student status. Different rules apply to some nationalities and types of study; check the official conditions.
Post-study residence depends on your qualification and circumstances. Plan your budget with confirmed funds and check the relevant route before graduation.
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Prepare for your arrival
Confirm the accommodation evidence requested in your visa checklist. Complete any applicable visa validation after arrival and bring the academic documents and translations requested by your institution.
Your questions about France
How much should I budget?
Add the exact tuition for your course and year to accommodation, food, transport, insurance and personal expenses. Include application charges, document preparation, travel and deposits. The figures above show what each reference covers; a housing example or visa funds requirement is only part of the total.
When should I apply?
September is the main start. Selected schools offer other starts. Études en France and direct university deadlines can differ, so confirm the route before submitting an application.
Are these the only courses and universities available?
These are selected examples to help you explore. Universities offer many more programmes. Tell us your subject, study level and preferred destination so we can help you compare a broader shortlist.
Can I fund my studies through part-time work?
Plan tuition and essential living expenses using confirmed funds. Student employment can be restricted and a job is not guaranteed. Review the work guidance above and the conditions of your own immigration status before accepting employment.
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Will my qualification be recognised?
Your application route depends on the qualification, programme and country of residence. Check whether Études en France applies. For specialist schools, confirm the exact qualification awarded, recognition and teaching language at your campus.
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Talk with our team about course options, entry requirements and the budget you’ll need. We’ll help you understand the next steps.
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