In France, the academic year begins on 1st October and ends on 30 June, and it is divided into two semesters:
- First semester: runs from early October through late January
- Second semester: runs from early February through late May
At the end of each semester, students are called to take their exams.
If you would like to study in France, you should initiate the application process already in January.
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