University of Southern Brittany/Université Bretagne Sud
Location: Lorient and Vannes, Brittany, France
Website: https://www.univ-ubs.fr/ (see info for exchange students)
Language of instruction: French
Minimum language requirement: French level B2 or C1 depending on subject
- Students may need French language proficiency certification ahead of their exchange. The UVic French and Francophone Studies department hosts tests in March and November. Please contact goglobal@uvic.ca for more information!
Terms: Semester 1: September – January, Semester 2: January to May
Highlights
Area of study
- Humanities*
- Social Sciences*
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Biochemistry
- Mathematics
- Law*
- Economics*
- Business
*Some faculties require a C1 CEFR French certification, you can see more details at the exchange student home page.
See course catalogue for available options
Exchange credit history
See the exchange credit history listing of courses that have been previously evaluated from the Universite Bretagne Sud/University of Southern Brittany. Note that this is a guide only, and not a guarantee that your courses would be evaluated in the same way.
Housing
- On-campus housing: Not available.
- Off-campus housing: The university does not provide accommodation but it gives information and support in the search. See student hall of residence for options.
Immigration, Medical Insurance & Arrival
- Non-EU students will need to apply for a student visa to study in France, you can learn more about French visa applications at the foreign office website.
- All students are required to have health insurance
Non-EU students will be affiliated to the French welfare system that applies to
students. This registration is free of charge.
How to apply
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