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Study in France from Bangladesh
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Studying in France from Bangladesh costs comparatively little at public universities - often €3,000–€5,000 a year for non-EU students - while private business and engineering schools charge far more. Living costs run €700–€1,200 a month. You apply through Campus France before the visa, and many Master's programmes are taught in English.
Tuition
€3,000–€5,000 per year at public universities for non-EU students; private business and engineering schools commonly charge €10,000–€25,000
Living costs
€700–€1,200 per month; Paris sits substantially above the rest of the country
Intakes
September (main) and a smaller January intake at some institutions
After graduating
Temporary residence permit (APS) of up to two years after a Master's to seek work or start a business
Why Bangladeshi students choose France
France separates sharply into two systems. Public universities charge non-EU students a few thousand euros a year, which is among the lowest tuition of any major destination. Private grandes écoles and business schools charge many times that, and are a different proposition entirely. Which of the two you are applying to changes every calculation on this page.
- ›Public university tuition is a fraction of the UK, USA or Australia
- ›Growing number of Master's programmes taught entirely in English
- ›Two years to look for work after a Master's on a post-study residence permit
- ›Government housing assistance (CAF) is available to international students
Cost of studying in France
| Tuition | €3,000–€5,000 per year at public universities for non-EU students; private business and engineering schools commonly charge €10,000–€25,000 |
|---|---|
| Living costs | €700–€1,200 per month; Paris sits substantially above the rest of the country |
| Currency | EUR (€) |
| Work while studying | Up to 964 hours per year, roughly 20 hours per week |
Figures are indicative and move with exchange rates and policy. Confirm current amounts on Campus France - Bangladesh before you budget or transfer funds.
Entry requirements
Academic
HSC for undergraduate; a Bachelor's for Master's. Applications from Bangladesh go through the Campus France Études en France procedure.
English language
IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English-taught programmes. French-taught programmes require DELF or DALF instead.
No IELTS score yet? There are recognised alternatives - see which ones count, and where they don't.
VLS-TS student long-stay visa: step by step
- 1 Create your Campus France account and complete the Études en France procedure
- 2 Attend the Campus France interview and receive your NOC
- 3 Accept your admission offer from the institution
- 4 Apply for the VLS-TS student visa through the French visa centre in Dhaka
- 5 Validate your visa online within three months of arriving in France
Official guidance: Campus France - Bangladesh
Hoping to bring your husband or wife with you? Dependant rules differ by country, by course level and by year, so this is worth checking before you apply rather than after. See our spouse & dependant visa support.
Scholarships
- ›Eiffel Excellence Scholarship - French government, Master's and PhD
- ›Charpak Scholarship and other embassy-administered awards
- ›Institution-specific merit scholarships, particularly at business schools
Universities we work with in France
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study in France from Bangladesh?
At a public university, non-EU tuition is often €3,000–€5,000 a year, which is among the lowest of any major destination. Private business and engineering schools are a different matter, commonly €10,000–€25,000. Living costs of €700–€1,200 a month apply either way, with Paris well above the rest.
Do I need to speak French to study in France?
Not for English-taught programmes, and there are now many at Master's level. You will need French for daily life, part-time work and most internships, though - students who arrive with none generally find the first months harder than they expected.
What is the Campus France procedure?
Bangladeshi students must apply through the Études en France platform before the visa stage. It involves an online file, an interview at Campus France, and a No Objection Certificate. Skipping it is not possible - the visa application depends on it, so start early.
Can I work while studying in France?
Yes, up to 964 hours a year, which works out at roughly 20 hours a week. Students also qualify for CAF housing assistance, which often makes a larger difference to the monthly budget than part-time earnings do.
Can I stay in France after graduating?
After a Master's you can apply for a temporary residence permit (APS) valid up to two years to look for work or start a business, and switch to a work permit once you find a qualifying job.
