Overall Reviews
4.11 / 5 based on 52 reviews
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Sandra
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I wish I had known...
I wish I had known a bit more how different the way of studying is at the IEP and at grandes ecoles in general in France. Even if my major in the UK was International Relations trhe way I studied International RElations/Poiltics was very different in France. I found the study sysem at times quite challenging but in the end it was definately a very useful and interesting insight and experience. For the rest, as it was not my first time living abroad, I did not have any particular problems at all.
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In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Make sure you kno wexactly what studying at IEP means - that i sstructure, courses and ways of assessment. The Ersamus co-ordinator at the time I was there was an extremely helpful lady.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
I had a great experience in Bordeaux on the whole. But as everything it becomes what you make of it and your own approach and effort to the whole thing. Sure at times I had some ups-and-downs and problems - but I personally recommend to try not to stick too much with other Ersamus and foreign students and instead trying to meet French people. Also to be patient and give it some time to get used to. Also explore the city, find your own favourite spots, try the local food and the brilliant wine etc! Be open and make an effort! Bordeaux is a lovely place if you enjoy good food and wine. It´s very nice situated close to the Basque country and the Atlantic coast and the beaches and all the wine regions of course. On the whole I really recommend trying Bordeaux as it gives you an insight of a typical French town and French ways of living. There is so much more I could add or comment on, so please don´t hesitate to contact me if there is anything!
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“Une expérience plus qu'enrichissante”
Pablo G
France,
Economics, 2022
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Après un bachelor en sciences politiques très pluridisciplinaire, je me suis orienté vers le matser "géo-économie appliquée" qui m'a largement séduit. Le professeurs sont bons et les cours utiles, professionnalisants et intéressant. Nous avons notamment pu mener deux projets collectifs, dans mon cas une Analyse Risque-Pays sur la Turquie et le développement d'un projet de coopérative agricole au Tchad.
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Careers
Malheuresement l'école ne fournit pas de stage, c'est aux étudiants de se débrouiller !
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Pros
Le niveau des élèves, nous évoluons constamment avec les meilleurs et cela nous pousse à nous surpasser.
Cons
Facilitation d'obtention de stages.
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“Etudes parfois trop générales mais couvrant une large palette de compétences”
Alexia K
France, Graduate
Art, 2023
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Cours parfois peu utiles à la vie professionnelle mais élargissant la culture générale
Professeurs très compétents pour les matières plus concrètes (Macro et Micro Economie, Droit Constitutionnel et Administratif, Langues) mais moins pédagogues pour les métières optionnelles
Vie associative très large et permettant à chacun de s'épanouir et d'apprendre professionnellement dans les domaines qui nous intéressent, tant sportifs que culturels
Possibilité de bourse permettant la totale gratuité des études
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Pros
Vie associative
Cons
Mobilité à l'étranger pour tous
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“Political sciences”
Delagarde S
France, Graduate
Political Science, 2023
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Collective action in the EU ; Institutional Law of EU ; European Public law ; European Economic Integration ; History of the European idea ; Material Law in EU ; The EU policy-making ; Cultural areas in Europe ; Business World Relations ; Comtemporary Issues in Europe
European public finance ; Compliance & ethics in Europe ; Lobbying in Europe ; EU and digital ; EU environment & transport ; Europe and local authorities ; Crisis management simulation
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Pros
High selective school
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jonwarrener
Overall
I wish I had known...
More information on renting accomodation in France would have been good.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Decent place to go to, good student night life, good sporting facilities. If I could do it again I would be there tomorrow.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
If you get chance to spend a year or so in Bordeaux, you should go.
Travel tips - public transport is very efficient, both regional and national.
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Florian D
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I wish I had known...
A better knowledge of the functionning of the French education system would have been an advantage.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
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