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Director of the Bachelor First Year Valérie PasturelIf you are still unsure which higher education programme to choose, or are considering a change of direction, then the Bachelor First Year is for you! It will give you time to consider your options and plan your future with complete confidence.Why choose the Bachelor First Year ?
- After successfully completing the BFY and obtaining 60 ECTS, you will be able to go straight into Year 2 of one of Excelia’s outstanding programmes
- A veritable multicultural experience
- Learning by doing: an innovative approach to education
- A wide range of academic disciplines… the perfect way to discover and explore different subjects
- Choice of start date: From September until March (depending on chosen study track and study location)
- Possibility of studying abroad in Australia, Canada or Ireland
- A programme incorporating personal development modules to help you shape your professional project and plan for the future
A choice of 2 study tracks… Bachelor First Year in France or Bachelor First Year Overseas
Bachelor First Year in France (La Rochelle or Paris campus):
The Bachelor First Year in France takes place in La Rochelle or Paris and uses a project-based approach, focussing on the fundamentals of business and management. It leads to the awarding of 60 ECTS credits.
The programme involves some 300 hours of training, including projects, practical case studies, company visits, learning expeditions, and Tech Week. You will also have the opportunity to carry out an internship and a solidarity project linked to sustainable development, the circular economy or environmental protection.
Overview:
- Campus: La Rochelle or Paris
- Languages: French (La Rochelle) or English (Paris)
- Programme content: Lessons, Climacité project and company-based internship
- Start dates: 30th September or 3rd Februar
Bachelor First Year Overseas (Canada, Australia, Ireland)
Study at one of our partner universities in Australia, Canada or Ireland.
Through this intensive 6- or 7-month track, you will learn the fundamentals of international management and business administration.
It leads to the awarding of 60 ECTS.
Overview:
- Languages: English
- Location: Australia, Canada, Ireland
- Programme Content: Lessons in business and management at an international partner university
- Start dates: September or March
- Australia – March (to finish in August)
- Canada – Start date in any month from September until January
- Ireland – September (to finish in April)
G’DAY from MELBOURNE... COME AND STUDY IN OUR VIBRANT COASTAL CITY FOR 6 MONTHS!
120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 – Melbourne city centre
Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city, with just over 5 million inhabitants, and is the capital of the state of Victoria. It is famous for the Australian Open which is one of the four grand slam tennis tournaments and for hosting the Formula 1 Grand Prix. It also boasts some very dynamic universities across all educational disciplines.
The Melbourne urban campus, located right in the heart of the city just opposite Southern Cross station, has been offering students study programmes 100% IN ENGLISH for the past 8 years. These programmes have been designed for young international students looking to come to Australia to experience the cultural mix of Europe and Asia… but on the other side of the planet!
A whole new world awaits you in Melbourne!
All formalities, such as your registration, visa, and trip preparation, are overseen by GO STUDY AUSTRALIA free of charge, with a dedicated representative in France and a local office in Melbourne.
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Bachelor First Year in France
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Bachelor First Year Overseas
Bachelor First Year in France
Bachelor First Year Overseas
Programme structure
Start date: 30th September in La Rochelle
October-December: Lessons January - April: Lessons May - June: Climacité© project July: Company-based internship Start date: February in La Rochelle
February - May : Lessons June : Climacité© project Juillet : Company-based internship Start date: 3rd February in Paris
February - May : Lessons June : Climacité© project Juillet : Company-based internship Xpress Australia (start date: March)
March - August : Lessons Canada Track (start date: Any month from September until Junuary)
September - July : Lessons (7 months)
Possibility of a Climacité© project and internship depending on your chosen start dateIreland Track (start date: September)
Note: the programme will only be available if at least 10 students enrol
September - April : Lessons May - June: Climacité© project July: Company-based internship -
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Bachelor First Year in France
- French Track (La Rochelle)
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- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Introduction to Marketing
- Principles of Economics: Challenges of Sustainability
- International Business Development
- Climatology, Water & Environment
- Tech Week
- IT Management using Excel
- Project Management Methodology
- Business Creation: simulation
- Intercultural Communication
- International Monitoring, Media & Technology
- Business Game (CSR)
- Communication Strategy
- Eco-Tourism Development
- Support for internships, CVs, interviews - embarking on your professional life
- General and Business English
- Voltaire certification
- Climacité© project
- Company internship
- English Track (Paris)
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- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- International Marketing
- Principles of Organisational Management
- Business Analysis using Excel
- Market Surveys Sales Techniques
- Introduction to Economics: main principles and concepts
- Principles of Economics: Challenges of Sustainability
- Digital Communication Tools
- Intercultural Communication
- Sustainable Tourism Marketing
- Community Management
- Fundamentals of HR Management
- Climatology, Water & Environment
- Support for internships, CVs, interviews - embarking on your professional life
- Climacité© project
- Company internship
Bachelor First Year Overseas
- Xpress Australia
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BUSINESS & DIGITAL
- Communication in the workplace
- Articulating, presenting and debating ideas
- Managing business meetings
- Developing critical thinking
- Managing business resources
- Budgets & Financial Planning
MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
- Communicating with influence
- Managing project information and communication plans
- Writing effective copy
- Planning and interpreting market research
- Conducting marketing audits
- Track Canada (certificate in International Business)
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- International Business
- Project Management
- Fundamentals of Finance
- Integrated Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- International Trade
- Capstone Project
- Ireland Track
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- Marketing Communications
- Business Finance & Accounting
- Business Law
- Focus on Ireland: social and economic aspects
- Business Communication Skills
- Entrepreneurial Project
- Sales Management
- Modern Management
- Excel
- TOEFL Training
- Starting your professional life
- Mentoring Programme S1
- Mentoring Programme S2
- Climacité© project
The different courses and projects are provided for indicative purposes only and are subject to change from one year to the next. The specialisations offered will only be available if the required minimum number of students is reached.
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And after the Bachelor First Year?
After successfully completing the Bachelor First Year, you will be awarded 60 ECTS credits and can then join Year 2 of one of the following Excelia programmes:
Bachelor in Digital Communication & Strategy
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Tuition Fees 2024-2025
Students from within the European Union*
- Bachelor First Year : €9,300
* 27 European Union members: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France and French Overseas Territories, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Students from outside the European Union
- Bachelor First Year : €9,800
Tuition fees are provided for information purposes only and are subject to change from one year to the next.
Multiservice charge
1 year Fee: €250
6 month Fee: €125
This one-off Multiservice fee gives access to the following services: Multimedia and Internet network, Cyberlibris (online library), Student Identity Card, Reprographics credit, Intranet, e-learning modules, Wi-Fi, Career Centre activities and services, International Insurance-Assistance (for any periods spent abroad during the period covered by this contract), University library, University Medical Service etc.
Financing your studies
Calculate the cost of studying in France
For more information about the cost of studying
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Open to students with a High School qualification (or international equivalent). Personal motivation interview is carried out by internet via our dedicated platform (day and time of your choice).
Application fee: €50
January 2025 Intake: Apply
September 2025 Intake: Apply
Bachelor First Year Overseas: Apply
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