Are you planning on studying in Monaco ? OMNES Education , which has a school in this country, offers you this guide to help you with your plans.
Studies in Monaco
What studies to do in Monaco?
Monaco‘s range of higher education courses focuses mainly on the following areas:
- the plastic arts.
In terms of curricula, most schools in Monaco follow the LMD system. The diplomas offered by these shcools range from Bachelor’s to Master ‘s degrees and Doctorates (PhDs).
Why study in Monaco?
Monaco’s universities stand out from the rest mainly for the level and quality of the courses they offer. One of the aims of these schools is to train the elite in the fields of business and politics.
By coming to Monaco, students can also take advantage of the country’s unique economic environment. The region is home to numerous banks, private companies and industrial giants. The presence of these companies represents potential career opportunities for students and recent graduates.
Monaco is also a destination of choice for history, art and culture enthusiasts.
With an area of just two km2, Monaco is the second-smallest country in the world. Despite this, it is also one of the most popular destinations for students , especially foreign students. And to welcome the students who come to study every year, Monaco can count on its universities and campuses.
Housing
Where to stay in Monaco during your studies?
Rental prices in the Principality of Monaco are among the most expensive in the world. In terms of equivalence, a studio in this country is just as expensive as renting one in Hong Kong. And to find accommodation in the principality, you usually have to go through real estate agencies.
For students, the best solution for accommodation is to move to neighboring Italian or French towns. In fact, this is what the majority of foreign workers who come to work in Monaco do.
I am a Foreign Student
Do I need a visa to study in Monaco?
Monaco is part of the euro zone. This means that the country is subject to the same rules as France on the entry and exit of foreigners.
Foreign students do not need to apply for a student visa if they do not intend to live in Monaco.
If they live in France, students must apply for a VISITEUR long-stay visa for France.
This is explained to them in a visa letter that we send them during the visa process. See the explanation in the letter we are sending.
How do I enroll in a top school in Monaco?
The application procedure for schools in Monaco is the same as for most schools in Europe.
Before taking any steps, foreign students must first find out about the admission requirements or pre-requisites. This information is available on the company’s website.
Once all the requirements have been met, an online application must be made. The latter can be done either on the institution’s website or on a specific platform.
Institutions may also ask foreign students to send physical documents translated into French or English.
Conditions of admission
What are the specific criteria for studying in Monaco?
To enroll at a university in Monaco, applicants must meet the admission requirements laid down by the university.
And in addition to these conditions, to be able to study and live in Monaco, you must:
- justify the necessary financial resources as the cost of living is rather high in this country;
- master both French and Monegasque languages in order to be able to communicate easily with the local population;
- mastering English to be able to follow the courses given in certain establishments.
Our schools
Does Omnes Education offer programs in its schools in Monaco?
Of the 13 schools that make up the OMNES Education group, one is in Monaco. This is the renowned International University of Monaco. The school specializes in the following areas:
In terms of diplomas, those awarded by the school are internationally recognized.
One of IUM’s distinctive features is that its courses are taught exclusively in English. The aim is to prepare students for the international environment.
How to apply
How to apply to an Omnes Education school to study in Monaco?
To apply to one of the schools in the OMNES Education group, candidates must first meet the admission requirements. The registration procedure itself varies according to the nationality and place of residence of the applicant.
Foreign students residing outside the European Union must register via an international admission procedure.