The Certificate of European Studies (CES) is a university certificate awarded after successful completion of one semester of study at Sciences Po Strasbourg. It is taught exclusively in English and aims at enabling international students with little or no prior skills in the French language to gain access to the excellence of a French Grande Ecole's programme of study. By combining lectures, seminars, field trips and educational visits, the CES focuses on Europe in a global perspective, while also introducing students to the French language and culture. Thanks to Sciences Po Strasbourg's long-standing partnership with European institutions such as the European Parliament and the Council of Europe, international students will therefore have a unique opportunity to gain both theoretical and practical understanding of Europe from the very heart of its capital.
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Review the official Université de Strasbourg page and confirm entry requirements for Certificate of European Studies.
Gather transcripts, degree certificates, passport, CV, motivation letter, and language documents required by the university.
Complete the official application (Mon Master / Parcoursup / direct portal / Études en France for non-EU) and upload all supporting documents before the stated deadline.
📅 Deadline: 2026-05-31
Watch for interview invitations, additional document requests, or admission offers from the institution.
After admission, finalize tuition planning, French long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) documentation, accommodation, and CVEC payment.
No scholarships in our catalog match this program yet. Here's how funding works for this type of program.
French public universities have low tuition (€243–380/year for EU students, higher for non-EU). The main funding routes are the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship and Campus France programs.
The French government's flagship scholarship for international Master's students. Covers living costs + travel. Highly competitive — apply early.
Eiffel ScholarshipCampus France lists all French government and university scholarships for international students in one place.
Campus FranceUniversité de Strasbourg may offer its own excellence grants or tuition waivers for high-achieving international students. Check their international admissions page.
French universities often have emergency funds and smaller grants not listed publicly. The international student office is the best place to ask.
What you can earn and how long you can stay after graduation.
What happens after you graduate
Work while studying
20 hrs/week
Up to 964 hours per year (roughly 20 hours/week). Work permit included in student visa.
Student pay rate
€11.88/hour
SMIC (minimum wage) applies. Student jobs in hospitality and retail typically pay minimum wage.
Stay after graduation
12 months
APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) — One-year temporary stay permit after graduation to find work. Renewable once. Must have Master's or higher.
Path to residency
5 years
Permanent residency after 5 years of legal residence. Talent Passport holders may qualify faster.
Average graduate salary
€35,000/year
Average starting salary. Paris-based roles typically 20–30% higher. Tech sector averages €42,000+.
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