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Introduction:

France is situated in the western part of the European continent. Three of its six sides are covered by water – Atlantic Ocean in the north, Bay of Biscay in the west and the Mediterranean Sea in the south. The remaining sides are fully bounded by mountains, and are shared by several European neighbors such as Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain and Andorra. France is one of the many European countries, which offers excellent higher education. Each year, about 130,000 young people from all over the world come to France to study. They choose France because of its high level of cultural and technological development, its quality of life, the rich heritage, the French language and for its reputation in the field of higher education. There are many universities in France implementing higher education at affordable costs.

Education in France:

The French educational system is highly centralized, organized and elaborate. An orderly system of education is maintained in France. In order to attract more international students, French universities are increasingly using English as the medium of instruction especially in the areas like management, engineering, and political sciences. Therefore, there is a growth in the number of Indian students seeking to pursue their higher education in France. Since higher education in this country is state funded, tuition costs are extremely low. Excellent healthcare and a safe political environment are also some of the factors that have made education in France, more popular among those pursuing higher education.

Culture of France:

The culture of France and French people has been shaped by geography, historical events and by foreign invasions. Since the nineteenth century, France has played an important role as a center of high culture, tradition and fashion. The quality of life is what makes France so attractive to foreigners. The culture of France can be seen in the diverse French traditions and heritage. Apart from this, France is also famous for its gastronomy and wines.

Climate Conditions of France:

The climatic conditions of France is basically ruled by the mild summers and cold winters. In France, there are four types of climate, each one linked to one of the assorted mountainous, coastal or inland areas. The south coast region of France experience Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, the north coast of France experience Oceanic climate with mild weather all year round, the mountain region of France experiences Mountain climate with cool summers and cold winters and the eastern region of France experiences Continental climate with very hot summers and cold winters.

Advantages of France:

France has something for everyone, when it comes to living. Let it be from urban life to country life. The historic buildings, villages, breathtaking landscapes and a rich quality of life are some of the advantages gained by living in France. As it is located at the center of Europe, it is a perfect starting point for trips to other European countries located nearby. Since, the French people love good food, one can find many excellent cuisines in most of the cities in France.

Visa Procedures to France:

• Obtain No Objection Certificate (NOC) through the interview from the designated official. In Delhi, the Attaché for Scientific & University Cooperation. In Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, the Director of the respective Alliance Francaise
• Stamping after the interview, submission of passport at the main embassy for stamping is required. Students who obtain the NOC at Delhi, Calcutta and Chandigarh are required to submit their passports at the French Embassy at New Delhi. Others are required to submit at the French Consulate in Mumbai. Students who obtain the NOC from Chennai proceed to the French Consulate in Pondicherry