LIFE ABROAD 

Amiens is a young and dynamic city just an hour by train from Paris and know for it’s rich history, including the location where Jules Verne himself found inspiration.  

LIVE 

Live in the CROUS residence alongside other French and International students. All Exchange students live in a studio room with an attached bathroom. Commuting to campus takes 10-15 minutes walking or by public transportation depending on the faculty where your courses take place.  

DINE

Students receive a stipend which can be used to cook meals in the shared kitchens in the student residences, dine at the cafeteria on campus, or occasionally eat out. Don’t pass up the opportunity to try the traditional simple yet delicious, Ficelle picarde or have a Gâteau battu for the afternoon goute! 

EXPERIENCE 

Take a relaxing boat tour of the Hortillonnages, stroll through the old town shopping district, or explore one of the festive markets throughout your semester.  

THRIVE   

Make new friends by enrolling in the Buddy System and get paired with a local French student. Join one of the many events hosted by the international office. Share your culture by tutoring a local student in your native language.  

All ISEP students have the opportunity to teach English at local high schools and assist professors at the Center of Foreign Languages on campus. This is an excellent way for students to become integrated into the French education system! Students can even earn ECTS credits for their volunteer work. 

SCHOLARSHIP

This program qualifies for the ISEP French and German Language Annette Kade Fund Scholarship. The scholarship awards $500 - $1,500 USD to students who are from a U.S. institution and studying French or German language in Austria, France, Germany, Reunion Island, or Switzerland. Learn more here!

Program Website

Course Description

Students attending UPJV can mix and match courses from all departments. Looking to take French language and culture, Drawing in French, and a Marketing course in English? UPJV might be a great fit for you! 

Full time students should enroll in about 24-30 ECTS per semester. This often amounts to 6-10 classes. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator.   

If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance.   

Study French as a Foreign Language (FLE) 

All students are highly encouraged to enroll in the French Language and Culture Course appropriate for students with B1-C1 language levels. This course is designed for international students to improve their French abilities and learn more about French culture. Upon completion, students will earn 8 ECTS.

Students can earn an additional 3-4 ECTS for French as a Foreign language through an independent study hosted by the Maison des Langues using their Passeport des Langues program.

Study University Courses in French 

Use this tool to help determine what courses you want to study in French at UPJV.   

Already know what you’d like to study? Look for courses in your field of study using the course catalog here. 

Sample courses include: 

Social Sciences

French Literature

Political Science

Visual and Performing Arts

History

Classes sociales et inégalités

Littérature française

Sociologie politique

Histoire du théâtre

Histoire ancienne

Philosophie morale et politique

Littérature générale et comparée

Politiques publiques

Histoire du cinéma

Histoire médiévale

Anthropologie et globalisation

Langues, littératures, civilisations anciennes

Politique internationale et Europe

Analyse filmique

Histoire contemporaine

Sociologie de la famille

Sciences du langage

Parcours administration publique

Arts et technologies

Histoire moderne

Dynamiques des populations

Approche linguistique et littéraire du picard

Droit public

Bande déssinée

Migrations et diasporas

 

Study University Courses in English 

English-taught courses can be found in this catalog. Please keep in mind students cannot exclusively take courses in English. If taking all your classes in French seems daunting, combine your studies in French with a few English taught courses.  

Some faculties offer a variety of courses in English such as those in the fields of English as a foreign language, International Management, Business Management Marketing, Law, and Education. Students can also choose English taught courses such as: 

- Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion (for advanced students in the fall semester only) 

- Agrosciences, environment, landscape, territories and forests (for advanced students in the fall semester only) 

- Cartooning and Graphic Novels (Undergraduate) 

- History of Modern Art (Masters)  

- Introduction To Modern Economics (Undergraduate) 

Website for Course Availability

ISEP STUDENT SERVICES OFFICER Quiamony Gaskins 703-504-9963 | QGaskins@isep.org Thank you for your interest in ISEP Study Abroad! I’m your Student Services Officer and main point of contact here at ISEP. As you search for programs, I’ll be available to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at any point in your search process for help, tips or advice.

Université de Picardie Jules Verne

Université de Picardie Jules Verne focuses on providing students with the best facilities to succeed academically and personally. Founded in 1969 and benefiting from a long university tradition dating from...

Academics

Undergraduate
(in English)

*This program is OK for Sophomores

Fields of Study

  • Business

  • English Language and Literature

  • History

  • Law/Criminal Justice

  • Visual and Performing Arts:

    Drama and Theatre Arts Drawing Studio Arts

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
    *accepts lower GPA with explanation
  • LPR Required
  • LPR accepted as alternate to TOEFL or IELTS
  • LPR Writing Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Reading Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Listening Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Speaking Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

Course Prerequisite  

Third and fourth year bachelor’s students may be able to enroll in Master’s level courses as long as they meet the course prerequisites.   

Language Requirements 

All students must have a B1 in French even if taking some courses in English.  

Students planning to take courses in English must have at least B2 level language level in English. 

Internal Application 

Students may be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement.  

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Undergraduate
(in French)

*This program is OK for Sophomores

Fields of Study

  • Area Studies Recommended!

    French Studies

  • Biology:

    Anatomy Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Botany/Plant Biology Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Genetics Microbiology and Immunology Parasitology Zoology/Animal Biology

  • Business:

    Business Management Economics Finance International Business/Trade/Commerce Marketing

  • Communication:

    Journalism Mass Communication/Media Studies

  • Computer and Information Sciences

  • Engineering

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures: Recommended!

    French Language and Literature Linguistics Spanish Language and Literature

  • History: Recommended!

    European History Medieval and Renaissance Studies Museology/Museum Studies

  • International/Global Studies

  • Law/Criminal Justice

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

  • Mathematics

    Statistics

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies

    Philosophy

  • Physical Sciences:

    Chemistry Physics

  • Psychology:

    Biopsychology Clinical Psychology Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics Developmental and Child Psychology

  • Social Sciences:

    Anthropology Geography Sociology

  • Sports Studies:

    Kinesiology and Exercise Science Sports Studies

  • Visual and Performing Arts:

    Art History Cinematography and Film Production Drama and Theatre Arts Drawing Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
    *accepts lower GPA with explanation
  • LPR Required
  • LPR Writing Score: B1 - Intermediate High
  • LPR Reading Score: B1 - Intermediate High
  • LPR Listening Score: B1 - Intermediate High
  • LPR Speaking Score: B1 - Intermediate High
  • Number of language semesters completed 3
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

Course Prerequisite  

Third and fourth year bachelor’s students may be able to enroll in Master’s level courses as long as they meet the course prerequisites.   

Language Requirements 

All students must have a B1 in French even if taking some courses in English.  

Students planning to take courses in English must have at least B2 level language level in English. 

Internal Application 

Students may be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement.  

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Graduate
(in French)

Fields of Study

  • Area Studies

  • Biology

  • Business

  • Computer and Information Sciences

  • Engineering

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures

  • History

  • International/Global Studies

  • Law/Criminal Justice

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

  • Mathematics

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies

  • Physical Sciences

  • Psychology

  • Social Sciences

  • Sports Studies

  • Visual and Performing Arts

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
    *accepts lower GPA with explanation
  • LPR Required
  • LPR Writing Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Reading Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Listening Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Speaking Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • Number of language semesters completed 3
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

Course Prerequisite  

Third and fourth year bachelor’s students may be able to enroll in Master’s level courses as long as they meet the course prerequisites.   

Language Requirements 

All students must have a B1 in French even if taking some courses in English.  

Students planning to take courses in English must have at least B2 level language level in English. 

Internal Application 

Students may be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement.  

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Other Academic Conditions

Typical Academic Calendar  

- Fall (SM1): 1st week of September – 2nd week of January  

- Spring (SM2):  1st week of January – 1st week of June 

Departure Notes  

 

Students must get permission from their host coordinator and individual professors to take exams early/leave early; exam schedules are not published until just before the end of the semester. 

PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible. 

VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.

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