Lille, France
Catholic University of Lille in France
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Catholic University of Lille
The University's mission focuses on six priorities : to give each student a unique place at the very heart of its projects, to educate students in such a way that they will find meaning and direction for their lives, helping them define and build up their personal and professional future, to be open to the City, to the Region, to the World, to get involved in service to society, humanitarian work and international cooperation, to be a mainspring of economic development, especially at the regional level, to be a place where meaning is sought and debate can take place, with respect for cultural diversity.
Universite Catholique de Lille is not only a centre of education, research and service; it is also full of life and offers numerous sporting and cultural opportunities… The Campus is home to more than 300 student clubs and societies.
Universite Catholique de Lille considers that internationalisation makes an important contribution to its students' development. To further this vision, it has developed : 440 special international partnerships, a Charter for International Students, orientation sessions for every international student coming to Lille for a study abroad experience.
Source (univ-catholille.fr/)
The Numbers
- Student Population: 29,000
- International Student Population: 6,000
Location
France is a country located in Western Europe, bordered by Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Andorra, and Spain. France is also linked to the United Kingdom via the Channel Tunnel, which passes underneath the English Channel. There is a wide variety of landscapes which include coastal plains, and mountain ranges of the Alps, the Massif Central, and the Pyrenees.
Metropolitan France also has extensive river systems such as the Loire, the Garonne, the Seine and the Rhone. France has a very scenic landscape.
The French Republic is a unitary semi-presidential republic with strong democratic traditions. The executive branch itself has two leaders: the President of the Republic, who is elected directly by universal adult suffrage for a 5-year term (formerly 7 years) and is the Head of State, and the Government, led by the president-appointed Prime Minister. France is a developed country with the sixth-largest economy in the world. It is one of the founding members of the European Union, and has the largest land area of all members. France is also a founding member of the United Nations, and a member of La Francophonie, the G8, and the Latin Union. It is one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council wielding veto power, and it is also one of eight acknowledged nuclear powers.
France is the most popular international tourist destination in the world, receiving over 75 million foreign tourists annually. From fine wine and cheese tasting to witnessing the French National Day, a visit in France does not consist only of monuments but of gastronomy, landscapes and celebrations. The capital, Paris has long been associated with romance, culture and the arts. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Notre Dame Church, the Arc de Triomphe and the Palace of Versailles are only a few of the remarkable sights.
GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- 2 Academic References
- Up to 4 students may be nominated per semester
Language of Instruction
French and English
Fields of Study
All Majors welcome
Academic standing
24 credit hours, 12 must be from UTEP
Program Duration
Semester |
Duration |
UTEP Deadline |
UCL Application Deadline |
Academic year |
End of August to June |
March 1st |
April 25th |
Fall |
End of August to End of December |
March 1st |
April 25th |
Spring |
January to July |
October 1st |
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Students must first complete their exchange application at the UTEP Office of Study Abroad prior to starting their application with UCL University.
Academics
Students will take courses at the Catholic University of Lille. These courses will be related to their academic plan and intellectual interests. Students have the option to take classes from a broad array.
Courses Available: |
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Law |
Literature |
Electrical Engineering |
Economics |
Modern Languages |
Biomedical Engineering |
Finance |
History |
Chemical Engineering |
Mathematics |
Business Administration |
Big Data |
Physics and Chemistry |
Marketing |
Software Developtment |
LIST OF COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH
Transfer Credit Process
Prior to departure, students must secure transfer credit approval through their home university, usually from their major department. The dean, professor and advisor must certify that the credit will transfer. Once students complete the transfer credit approval form, they will be able to register at UCL.
The courses taken at UCL must count towards the student’s degree plan. It must be noted that students need to obtain a minimum grade of a C (2.0) in order for the credit to transfer. Transferred credits from abroad will not count towards the UTEP GPA.
*Note - students on a full semester program must be enrolled and maintain full-time status, 12 credits hours.
Costs
Students pay UTEP tuition and fees. Additional costs: housing, dining, visa processing, passport processing, airfare and insurance.
Tuition and Fees*:
All costs of tuition and fees will be paid by the students to the home institution. Corresponding services for these payments will be provided without additional charges by the host institution
*NOTE: Fees are subject to change
Timeline
Term |
Year |
App Deadline |
Decision Date |
Start Date |
End Date |
Academic Year |
2018-2019 |
March 1st, 2018 |
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End of August
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July |
Fall |
2018 |
March 1st, 2018 |
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End of August |
December |
Spring |
2019 |
October 1st, 2018 |
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January |
July |