Key takeaways
- FindUniPath tracks 740 English-taught programs at 93 French public institutions: 714 master's, 19 bachelor's and 7 doctoral tracks.
- Université Paris-Saclay leads with 74 English-taught master's programs, followed by Lille (36), Montpellier (32) and Aix-Marseille (31).
- Most English-taught bachelor's programs start in the third year (L3); only a handful run for three full years.
- Typical English requirement is B2 (for example IELTS 6.0); some programs ask for C1 (IELTS 7 at Sciences Po).
- Use the official Campus France catalogue of programmes taught in English to search, then confirm the details on the university's own page.
On this page
- Where to find English-taught programs
- Universities with the most English-taught master's programs
- English-taught bachelor's programs
- English-taught PhD options
- English language requirements
- Do you need to speak French?
- Popular fields taught in English
- Examples of English-taught master's programs
- Deadlines for English-taught programs (2027/28 intake)
- How to apply to an English-taught program
Yes, you can study in France in English, especially at master's level. FindUniPath tracks 740 English-taught programs at 93 French public institutions: 714 master's, 19 bachelor's and 7 doctoral tracks. The official place to search is Campus France's catalogue of programmes taught in English, and most programs ask for B2 English, often shown with an IELTS score around 6.0 to 6.5.
This guide shows where the English-taught programs are, what each level looks like, the English scores universities ask for, and how much French you really need. We only cover programs fully taught in English, not mixed-language ones.
About these numbers
Counts come from FindUniPath's database of official university pages (October 2026) and cover French public institutions only. Private business schools also offer English-taught programs, usually at much higher fees.
Where to find English-taught programs
- [Campus France: programmes taught in English](https://taughtie.campusfrance.org/tiesearch/) is the official catalogue. Filter by level, field and city.
- The Études en France catalogue: if you live in an EEF country, you choose programs from the catalogue on the EEF platform.
- University pages: most universities publish a list of programs taught in English, for example Paris-Saclay and Lille.
- [Mon Master](https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr/): lists national master's programs, including English-taught ones, for residents of non-EEF countries.
Always check the 'language of instruction' on the program page itself. Some programs are labelled international but are partly taught in French.
Universities with the most English-taught master's programs
| Institution | City | Master's in English | Non-EU tuition note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Université Paris-Saclay | Paris area | 74 | National rate after partial exemption |
| University of Lille | Lille | 36 | €3,950/yr master (differentiated) |
| University of Montpellier | Montpellier | 32 | €3,950/yr master from 2026/27 |
| Aix-Marseille University | Marseille | 31 | €3,950/yr unless exempt |
| Université Paris Cité | Paris | 26 | EU rates 2026/27; differentiated from 2027/28 |
| Sciences Po | Paris | 25 | €20,640/yr (non-EEA tax residents) |
| Institut Polytechnique de Paris | Palaiseau | 23 | €4,327 or €7,166/yr |
| University of Bordeaux | Bordeaux | 23 | €3,950/yr; IAE programs higher |
| PSL University | Paris | 19 | €3,950/yr unless exempted |
| Claude Bernard University Lyon 1 | Lyon | 19 | €3,950/yr unless exempted |
Fees are 2026/27 figures from the universities' official pages; check the rate for your intake year. Toulouse Capitole (18), Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (18), Strasbourg (17), Grenoble Alpes (17) and Marie and Louis Pasteur University (15) also have strong English-taught offers.
English-taught bachelor's programs
This is where France is limited. Of the 19 English-taught bachelor's programs we track, most are a one-year third-year (L3) entry after about 120 ECTS. Full three-year programs include:
- Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts tracks on campuses such as Le Havre, Menton and Reims (€14,900 a year for non-EEA students, 2026/27)
- PSL International Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (€19,500 a year)
- Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne Licence Economics International Track and the Una Europa joint Bachelor in Sustainability
- Aix-Marseille IPEM, Bachelor in Economics and Management (International Program in Business and Management)
- Toulouse School of Economics Bachelor of Science (new, starting September 2027)
Third-year (L3) options include business and economics programs at Strasbourg, Grenoble IAE, Montpellier, Dauphine-PSL, Clermont Auvergne, Paris-East Créteil and Rennes.
English-taught PhD options
PhD admission in France is organised through doctoral schools and supervisors rather than a national catalogue. You contact a doctoral school or supervisor directly, and Études en France does not apply to PhD applications. Structured English-taught tracks include the PSL PhD Tracks (chemistry, life sciences, astrophysics, computer science) and the IP Paris PhD Track, both five-year integrated master's + PhD programs.
English language requirements
Most programs express the requirement as a CEFR level. Here are real examples from official pages:
| Institution / program | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Paris-Saclay master's | B2, or official proof the bachelor's was taught entirely in English |
| Paris 1 Licence Economics International Track | IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, TOEIC 785 or Cambridge B2 First |
| Grenoble Alpes, MSIAM | IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78, TOEIC 700 or Cambridge FCE |
| Lyon 1, H2O'Lyon | TOEIC 785, TOEFL 72 or IELTS 5.5 |
| Bordeaux IAE international programs | TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) |
| PSL Quantitative Economics | TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 6.5 |
| Sciences Po master's | IELTS 7, Cambridge C1, Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 100 (old scale) |
| Toulouse School of Economics master's | C1 (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT or CAE) |
Can you skip the English test?
Sometimes. Paris-Saclay, Université Côte d'Azur and PSL accept proof that your previous degree was taught entirely in English for many programs. Sciences Po exempts applicants who completed at least two years of a degree fully taught in English, and Grenoble Alpes exempts holders of a degree from an English-speaking country for MSIAM. These are program rules, so check the exact wording before you skip a test.
Do you need to speak French?
For admission to a fully English-taught program, usually not. Université Côte d'Azur's IdEx MSc programs, for example, require no French. But there are exceptions:
- Some English-taught master's at Université Paris Cité also ask for B2 French (for example Computational Linguistics).
- PSL's Fashion and Materials program asks for French A2.
- Paris-Saclay sometimes recommends French B1, although it isn't mandatory.
Outside the classroom, French matters a lot: for housing, administration, part-time work and jobs after graduation. Starting French lessons before you arrive is one of the best investments you can make. See our honest pros and cons of studying in France.
Popular fields taught in English
- Computer science, AI and data science: for example Paris-Saclay's M1 Artificial Intelligence and Côte d'Azur's MSc Data Science and AI
- Economics: Toulouse School of Economics, Paris 1 and PSL programs
- Engineering and energy: IP Paris, Grenoble INP and Paris-Saclay's energy tracks
- Chemistry, physics and life sciences: Paris-Saclay, Montpellier and PSL
- Management and business: university IAE schools in Bordeaux, Aix-Marseille, Grenoble and Clermont Auvergne
Examples of English-taught master's programs
To give you a feel for the range, here are real program names from official university pages. Many are two-year programs (M1 + M2); others are one-year M2 programs for students who already hold 240 ECTS.
| University | Program examples | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Marie and Louis Pasteur University (Besançon) | Advanced Mathematics; Smart Mechanics; BioMedical Engineering (ISIFC) | 2 years |
| Grenoble INP - UGA | Sustainable Industrial Engineering; Electrical Engineering for Smart Grids and Buildings | 2 years |
| Université Côte d'Azur (Nice) | MSc Data Science and AI; MSc Environmental Hazards and Risks Management | 2 years |
| University of Strasbourg | International Master of Biomedicine; Physics: Astrophysics and Data Science | 2 years |
| University of Montpellier | IDIL Quantitative Ecology and Evolution; IDIL Sciences for Human Health | 2 years |
| Aix-Marseille University | M2 Econometrics and Data Science; M2 Finance: Financial Modelling | 1 year (M2) |
| University of Lille | International Master in Sustainable Drug Discovery; M2 Precision Health | 2 years / 1 year |
Deadlines for English-taught programs (2027/28 intake)
English-taught programs often run their own calendars, separate from national platforms. Examples from official pages:
| Institution / program | 2027/28 window |
|---|---|
| IP Paris master's (3 sessions) | 28 Oct 2026 to 31 May 2027 |
| Toulouse School of Economics | 22 Oct to 11 Nov 2026 and 11 Jan to 1 Feb 2027 |
| Nantes Université Graduate Programmes | 1 Oct 2026 to 15 Mar 2027 |
| Grenoble INP Ense3 international master's | 15 Oct 2026 to 15 Apr 2027 |
| Sciences Po two-year master's (international) | Until 21 Feb 2027 |
| National master's via Mon Master (non-EEF residents) | February to 16 March 2027 (Campus France) |
If you live in an Études en France country, your Campus France office may set an earlier deadline for the same programs (in Pakistan, 18 November 2026).
Applicants from Afghanistan
Paris-Saclay notes that Afghanistan is not an Études en France country, so Afghan residents apply directly on its INCEPTION platform and then apply for the student visa; Afghans living in an EEF country such as Pakistan or Iran complete the EEF 'I am accepted' step after admission. Visa applications from Afghanistan go through the French embassies in India, Iran or Pakistan.
How to apply to an English-taught program
- 1
Search and shortlist
Use the Campus France catalogue and university lists; confirm the program is fully in English.
- 2
Check entry rules
Read the admission page for ECTS, prerequisites, English level and any GRE or interview. See admission requirements.
- 3
Find your route
Études en France, Mon Master or the university's own platform, depending on where you live. See how to apply.
- 4
Take your English test early
Some programs only accept recent results, for example Sciences Po accepts tests taken from 1 January 2025.
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Track the deadlines
English-taught master's often have their own windows, from October 2026 into spring 2027.
Compare programs and dates on the France country hub, or track deadlines for free on FindUniPath.
Frequently asked questions
Can I study in France in English?
Yes, especially at master's level. FindUniPath tracks 714 English-taught master's programs at French public institutions, but only 19 English-taught bachelor's programs, most of them third-year entry.
Which French university has the most English-taught programs?
In FindUniPath's data, Université Paris-Saclay leads with 74 English-taught master's programs, followed by the University of Lille (36), the University of Montpellier (32) and Aix-Marseille University (31).
What IELTS score do I need for France?
Most English-taught programs ask for B2, often shown as IELTS 6.0 to 6.5. Selective programs can ask for C1, such as IELTS 7 at Sciences Po.
Are there English-taught bachelor's degrees in France?
A few. Full three-year options include Sciences Po, PSL's Bachelor in AI, Paris 1's Economics International Track and Aix-Marseille's IPEM. Most other English-taught bachelor's programs start in year three.
Is studying in English in France more expensive?
Not necessarily. Many English-taught master's at public universities charge the standard €3,950 a year (2026/27), or less with exemptions. Some international tracks and private schools charge much more.
Official sources
Checked on 16 October 2026. Rules, fees and dates change — always confirm on the official page before you apply.
- 1.Campus France: programmes taught in English
- 2.Université Paris-Saclay: master's programmes taught in English
- 3.University of Lille: master's taught in English
- 4.University of Montpellier: teaching in English
- 5.Aix-Marseille University: programs taught in English
- 6.Sciences Po: language requirements
- 7.PSL: programs and tracks taught in English
- 8.Université Paris Cité: programs taught in English
- 9.Grenoble Alpes: programs in English
- 10.Claude Bernard Lyon 1: programs in English
- 11.University of Bordeaux: international master's
- 12.Université Côte d'Azur: international training programs
- 13.TSE: Bachelor of Science
- 14.Paris 1: programs taught in English
- 15.IP Paris: admissions
- 16.Nantes Université: regular admissions
- 17.Grenoble INP Ense3: HCEE master
- 18.Campus France: how to apply (2027/28)
- 19.Marie and Louis Pasteur University: studying at UMLP
- 20.Université Paris-Saclay: international students applying for a master's
- 21.France in Afghanistan: visa information