Étudiants étrangers : le choix de la France

Summary

This episode explores the Cité Internationale Universitaire in Paris, a hub for international students. It celebrates 30 years of the Erasmus program, which has enabled five million people, including over three million students, to study abroad. France, hosting over 300,000 foreign students annually, is a top study destination. The show also discusses the appeal of studying in France despite not leading global university rankings, featuring students' experiences and the history of the Cité, which aims to foster international understanding and peace.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The Erasmus program celebrates its 30th anniversary, showcasing its success in facilitating student exchanges across Europe.
• 🌐 33 countries participate in the Erasmus program, including all 28 EU member states, plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, and Turkey.
• 📈 Since its inception in 1987, Erasmus has grown from 11 to over 5 million participants, including students, high school students, apprentices, trainers, and job seekers.
• 🏆 France is the second-largest sender of Erasmus participants and the third-largest receiver, after Spain and Germany.
• 💶 The European budget allocated €16.4 billion to the Erasmus program from 2014 to 2020, with €1.5 billion dedicated to France.
• 👶 Erasmus has indirectly contributed to the birth of 1 million babies, with one in four students finding their partner during their stay abroad.
• 🌟 France attracts over 300,000 international students annually, with its universities not necessarily leading in global rankings but offering a rich cultural experience.
• 🏛 The Cité Internationale Universitaire in Paris was born out of the idea to unite people from different origins and cultures after World War I to foster peace.
• 🏫 The Cité Internationale Universitaire has expanded over the years and is planning to build 1800 new housing units to accommodate more students from around the world.
• 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Accommodations at the Cité are competitive, with over 6000 applications for students and researchers enrolled in master's programs or higher in the Île-de-France region.
• 🆓 The Cité has a history of hosting notable figures, including political leaders and cultural icons, and also welcomes refugee students, supporting their academic pursuits.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the Cité Internationale Universitaire in Paris?

The main purpose of the Cité Internationale Universitaire in Paris is to provide accommodation for students from around the world, fostering international understanding and cooperation by bringing together individuals of diverse origins and cultures to live and learn together.

How many countries participate in the Erasmus program?

As of the information in the script, 33 countries participate in the Erasmus program, including the 28 EU member states, plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, and Turkey.

What was the original number of participants in the Erasmus program when it was created in 1987?

In 1987, when the Erasmus program was created, there were only 11 participants.

How many people have benefited from the Erasmus program since its inception?

Since its inception, five million people have benefited from the Erasmus program, including over three million students, as well as lycéens, apprentices, trainers, and jobseekers.

What is France's position in terms of sending and receiving Erasmus candidates?

France is the second country, after Spain, in terms of sending the most Erasmus candidates and is third in the order of countries receiving candidates, following Spain and Germany.

What is the total budget allocated by the European Union for the Erasmus program from 2014 to 2020?

The European Union allocated a total of 16.4 billion euros for the Erasmus program from 2014 to 2020, with 1.5 billion euros dedicated to France.

Why are international students attracted to studying in France despite the French universities not being at the top of international rankings?

International students are attracted to studying in France for various reasons including its rich history, cultural attractions, and the quality of life. The script mentions students from Russia, Italy, and Norway choosing France for its historical significance, festive reputation, and pleasant climate respectively.

What is the process for obtaining a room at the Cité Internationale Universitaire?

To obtain a room at the Cité Internationale Universitaire, one must be enrolled in a master's program or a diploma-granting course at a university or a grande école in the Île-de-France region and apply online through their website. The selection process is competitive due to the high number of applicants.

How does the Cité Internationale Universitaire promote cultural and disciplinary exchanges among residents?

The Cité Internationale Universitaire promotes cultural and disciplinary exchanges by housing students from different countries in 'houses' representing their nations. However, to encourage interaction, residents are allowed to live in houses of other nationalities, fostering a multicultural environment.

What is the role of the Cité Internationale Universitaire in supporting refugee students?

The Cité Internationale Universitaire has played a role in supporting refugee students by providing them with accommodation and an environment conducive to continuing their studies. The script mentions a program that has helped Syrian students to resume their education after being forced to中断 due to war.

How does the University of Lille support refugee students from the 'Jungle of Calais'?

The University of Lille supports refugee students by offering them the right to register for the first year of university studies, with housing and meals covered by the prefecture. This support allows them to integrate into the university community and pursue their education.