Studying and Working in France: A Student Guide [Paperback]

Russel Cousins (Author), Ron Hallmark (Author), Ian Pickup (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0719042208 | ISBN-13: 978-0719042201 | Publication Date: December 15, 1994

This is a substantially revised, updated and expanded version of the authors' Student Guide to French Universities. It should be of interest to all English-speaking students, both linguists and non-linguists, who need practical advice when planning to study or work in France. General information is given on the French higher education system, work placements, assistantships, accommodation, life in the student community and procedures for coping with French bureaucracy. The reference section includes a presentation of some twenty universities, their towns and local amenities; a glossary of terms; and appendices designed to complement the guidance given in the text on communications with employers or academic or public authorities.

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About the Author

Russell Cousins is Honorary Senior Lecturer in the Department of French Studies at the University of Birmingham. Ron Hallmark, formerly of the Department of French Studies, is Visiting Lecturer and consultant on year abroad matters in the Business School at the University of Birmingham. Ian Pickup was formerly Senior Lecturer in the Department of French Studies and Senior Tutor, Joint Honours at the University of Birmingham.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 324 pages
• Publisher: Manchester University Press (December 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0719042208
• ISBN-13: 978-0719042201
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,922,270 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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