New Sorbonne University - Paris III
New Sorbonne University - Paris III
New Sorbonne University – Paris III is a public research university founded in 1971. It was one of 13 autonomous institutions that rose from the ashes of the historic University of Paris following the student protests of May 1968. Sorbonne Nouvelle, better known as "Paris III", was created as a university focused on humanities ("arts et lettres").
Academic Highlights
The university is highly regarded for its multidisciplinary courses in Languages, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Location
Paris III is located mainly in the bohemian Latin Quarter and more widely the fifth arrondissement of Paris, along the left bank of the Seine. Close to the famous Luxembourg Gardens, the gentrified area is still full of quirky bars, cafes, and art galleries.
Did you know?
The oldest neighbourhood in Paris, the Latin Quarter gets its name from the fact Latin was once the language of academia here.
Language of Instruction | English (limited in some areas), French | |||||
Program Duration | 1 semester, 2 semesters | |||||
Academic Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate | |||||
| Minimum Result Required | 60% WAM | |||||
| Previous Round Cut-off (WAM (%) or GPA) | 61% WAM | |||||
Additional Requirement | Must be able to study in French (B2 minimum proficiency) | |||||
Anticipated Places in Semester 2, 2027 | 6-7 places | |||||
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Eligible Monash Campus | Monash Australia | |||||
Agreement Scope | All Faculties | |||||
Handbook/Catalogue
Paris III's course list (liste des cours); note that New Sorbonne unit guides are often not available prior to arrival in France.
Academic restrictions
Students have to take at least one of their classes from their 'base department'. You will need to specify your chosen 'base department' in your MAP application (in the Exchange Host Institution Preferences questionnaire).
Full-time Credit Load Equivalents
Semester | |
|---|---|
Min. 18 Monash points | Max. 24 Monash points |
22.5 ECTS* | 30 ECTS |
ECTS - European Credit Transfer System
*If your study load cannot exactly equate to 22.5 ECTS, then you will need to complete a study load as close to 22.5 ECTS without going under in order to receive 18 Monash credit points.
The recommendation from Monash Abroad, the Head of French Studies and New Sorbonne is that students look to enrol in a maximum of 22.5 ECTS/18 Monash credit points per semester, due to the workload associated with 30 ECTS.
Year | |
|---|---|
Min. 36 Monash points | Max. 48 Monash points |
45 ECTS | 60 ECTS |
Academic Calendar
Paris III Spring Semester (Monash semester 1): January to April
Paris III Fall Semester (Monash semester 2): September to late December
Paris III's University Calendar
Communications and media studies | English as an international language | Fine art | French languages & culture studies |
German languages & culture studies | Italian languages & culture studies | Jewish languages & culture studies | Linguistics |
Literary studies | Politics and international relations | Spanish and Latin American languages & culture studies | Theatre and performance |
Translation studies |
Note
- The listed disciplines are not necessarily exhaustive and other fields of study might also be available at the institution.
- Approval to study particular subjects at any institution is always at the discretion of the departmental/discipline and faculty advisers in your managing faculty(ies) and subject to available places at the host.
Accommodation
The University works with CROUS (French National Student Service) of Paris to offer university residences for exchange students.
Paris III offers advice on accommodation here.
Visas
As a general rule, all students planning to study in France for more than three months must apply for a long-stay visa before departure from Australia and apply for a residence permit after they arrive.
Refer to the official France-Visas website for the most up-to-date information on how to apply for a student visa. Any changes to the visa application process will be made public on the Consulate General of France in Sydney website.
For additional information on visas, you can refer to the Consulate-General of France in Sydney.
Paris III also provides some advice on visas.
Health and insurance
Medical coverage is legally required in France. All students need to subscribe to the French Social Security, at a cost of approximately €215. It is required to cover the entirety of your stay; you can purchase it upon arrival in France. Students will require an official birth certificate with a French translation to proceed with their health insurance.
Paris III also provides some advice on health insurance.
When travelling on a Monash Abroad approved program, you are automatically covered under the Monash University Student Travel Insurance policy. This will provide cover to and from your exchange.
Orientation and extra-curricular
Exchange students at Paris III can access a French language course to help them improve their French. Please note, this is not a complete beginners course; it commences at A2 CERF (advanced beginner).
The University also offers a range of cultural activities, sports and student associations for students, including a buddy program.
Cost of living
Paris on the Expatistan site (this is a website external to the University and intended to be indicative only).
Funding
Nicolas Baudin Scholarship
The Nicolas Baudin scholarship is designed to encourage students to undertake study, research or professional development in France. It consists of a return flight ticket between Australia and France and social insurance for up to six months. Find out more here.
Walter Mangold Trust Fund scholarship
The Mangold Trust Language Scholarships are travel awards for advanced tertiary language students currently attending a university in Victoria who apply for an exchange or study abroad placement to continue their language studies overseas for at least one semester.
The scholarship funds contribute towards reasonable travel and living costs while the recipients are enrolled full-time at an approved overseas institution to study an accredited language and cultural program for one or two semesters (the minimum enrolment period is 12 weeks).
For information about funding available to support study on exchange overseas, see the Financial Information page on the Monash Abroad website.
Important notes
Most classes at Paris III are taught in French and Paris III requires students to have a level of French at B2 proficiency in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages. There are English units available, however, there is a limited selection, and students need to be prepared to take a full time load of units taught in French. More information on Paris III's language requirements can be found here.
Please note that students applying for a student visa for France will need to travel to Sydney for an in-person appointment.
To begin your application and study plan, click the button below.
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