Students in exile

The main objective of this programme is to prepare students for French-taught courses at the university, ease their transition into life in France, and to provide a foundation for their career.

The programme consists of:

• intensive French lessons,
• cultural activities promoting the expression and discovery of French society,
• modules dedicated to supporting the student’s academic or professional goals,
• pairing University of Burgundy students with students in the DU Passerelle programme to encourage social insertion and the sharing of knowledge and experience.

The courses offer the language and learning skills required to enter a disciplinary university course.

Other audiences

• Train French students who act as tutors to the migrant students of the DU in order to promote social integration and help them learn French.
• Inform about the refugees’ issues through conferences for the general public, which are also very useful for students studying in related fields (legal careers, educational and social work…).
• Promote interculturality by organising festive events for the university community and the general public.