Prospective students

One study programme - two countries - two degrees

FGU students pursue a joint programme of study in France and Germany. However, they come from countries all around the world. COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN OF FGU STUDENTS

Key facts at a glance

• The FGU is a network consisting of over 200 universities, universities of applied sciences, grandes écoles and écoles in France, Germany and a number of third countries.

• You study alternately at a French and German university and at the end of your course are awarded a double degree (bachelor, master or PhD).

• You can choose from over 196 Franco-German degree programmes in 147 cities.

• You will also find some tri-national FGU study programmes, for example with the UK.

• FGU covers almost all fields of study: engineering, natural sciences, economics, law, social sciences and humanities, as well as teacher training, architecture and IT.

• The FGU supports your stay abroad with a monthly allowance of €350.

• The FGU offers you the option of taking part in free online language courses.

• FGU graduates will have no problems in finding suitable employment in their chosen fields and in most cases they work in an international context.

• The FGU study guide (in French or German) provides you with detailed information on each degree programme.

How does the joint programme work?

• A French and a German university together offer a joint programme.

• Each of the FGU programmes is divided more or less equally between the two partner universities, which means that you study abroad for at least a whole year.

• However, thanks to the joint study and examination regulations, this does not extend your study time.

Ihr Profil

• University entrance qualification

• Good language skills in French and German*

• A bachelor's degree for master programmes

• Students with a lower level of proficiency (A2-B1) can attend intensive language courses during their studies.

Kontakt

• You submit your application to either the German or the French partner university. In Germany, students apply directly to the university. In France, applications are made via the Parcoursup platform.

• Once the application dossier with CV, certificates and cover letter describing your reasons for applying has been submitted, selection interviews and/or language tests usually follow., inscription[at]dfh-ufa.org +49 681 938 12 - 100

  For more information about studying in France in general: Campus France For more information about studying in Germany in general: Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)