What is the Classes Internationales programme?
This is an innovative integration curriculum for international students wishing to study in France, at Aix Marseille Université (amU). These students benefit from a preparatory year that enables them to acquire some knowledge and skills they need to then join a French-taught Bachelor's degree.
This preparatory year includes:
• French intensive courses and immersive cultural activities to discover French life and customs (24 hours per week, at the University Language Centre (SUL))
• Disciplinary and introductory courses (5 to 10 hours per week) designed to support integration into the first year of the Bachelor’s programme. These courses help students become familiar with the subjects they will study, as well as the technical vocabulary and methods specific to their chosen discipline.
Who is it for?
The Classes Internationales programme is intended for international students from non-European countries who currently hold an A2 level in French and therefore require additional language preparation before entering a Bachelor’s degree taught in French.
It is open to:
High school students
Individuals of any age wishing to return to higher education at Bachelor level
This programme is open to applicants from India, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya.
Pre-admission into a Bachelor's degree
The Classes Internationales programme provides a privileged access to some of our degrees within the Faculty of Science (FDS), Faculty of Economics and Management (FEG) and Faculty of Law and Political Science (FDSP).
The following degrees are open to Classes Internationales students:
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• (5-year integrated Bachelor-Master and engineering degree, with direct entry after obtention of high school diploma)
Welcome and support services
As part of this programme, students benefit from a whole range of personalised services offered by the International Student Welcome Division of the University's International Relations Office (DRI).
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| We pre-book an individual room for you in one of the CROUS university residences of Aix-en-Provence (for around €275/month, only for the preparatory year and provided that you have completed the necessary formalities in time). | We will take charge of you as soon as you arrive in France providing airport pickup and transport to accommodation, as well as integration and welcome activities to meet other students, familiarise with the campus and discover the region. | We also provide you with individualised support before your arrival and throughout your stay at amU, particularly with administrative formalities (registration(s), health, banking/insurance, practical and university life, etc.). |
Tuition fees
The tuition fees* of the Classes Internationales preparatory year is €5,500. It includes the language and disciplinary courses offer, as well as the welcome and support services.
For the following years of study, students will have to pay the registration fees of Aix Marseille Université.
Please note that different fees apply depending on your profile. Find out more.
*Excluding accommodation, Student life and Campus Contribution (CVEC) tax, and local cost of living.
For Learners With French Below A2 Level
Students whose French level is below A2 may also apply to the Classes Internationales programme at amU. In this case, the programme will be extended to two years in order to provide the additional language training necessary to reach the required level for admission into a Bachelor’s degree taught in French.
Please note that students enrolling in this extended pathway will be required to pay the programme fees for both years.
How to apply?
Step 1: Choose your degree and find out about its prerequisites;
Step 2: Submit your complete application before April 4, 2026 to: classes-internationales@univ-amu.fr;
Step 3: The Programme Coordinator reviews all applications and selects the students who will join the programme;
Step 4: If your application is accepted, receive your admission letter on May 2026;
Step 5: Upon receipt of this letter, begin your visa application process through the Études en France portal;
Step 6: Once you have your visa, pay the registration fees which amounts to €5,500.
Application file
To apply for the Classes Internationales, ensure that your application (to be sent before April 4, 2026) includes all the mandatory documents listed below (documents no. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9). Please note that it will be considered incomplete if one of these documents is missing.
Send all documents in a single PDF file following the order as indicated below:
- Completed and signed application form (please attach a photo in the upper left corner)
- Passport or other valid ID
- Photo
- µþ²¹³¦³¦²¹±ô²¹³Ü°ùé²¹³Ù diploma or equivalent secondary school diploma
- Other diploma(s) obtained (if applicable)
- Marksheets for all high school years (please include predicted score for last year if the marksheet is not yet available)
- Certification of French language proficiency (minimum level A2, see specifications below*)
- CV in French
- Motivation letter/cover letter in both French and English
- Recommendation letter (optional)
- Any other supporting document (optional)
*For certification of your French language proficiency (A2 minimum level):
DELF A2 – minimum score of 12.5/25 for comprehension tests and 15/25 for written and oral production tests.
TCF Tout Public (A2 level) – minimum score of 260/699 for mandatory tests, and 4/20 for each optional test. Written and oral production tests must be included.
TEF Études (A2 level) – minimum score of 260/699 for each of the five tests. Written and oral production tests must be included
Why choose amU?
Here are some testimonials from international students who have chosen to study at Aix Marseille Université!
These inspiring videos, along with our "Discover amU" web pages, will enable you to get more information about the university, its environment and the range of services it offers.