La Rochelle is situated mid-way down the Atlantic Coast of France in the Charente Maritime region. The climate is temperate due to the Atlantic Gulf Stream. Winter falls to about 32F. The region is famous for wine and seafood. Although primarily a Business school, Groupe Sup de Co also offers students courses in civilization and languages. Nearly all courses are in French and therefore students must have completed the intermediate level of this language.
Students can live in an apartment or with a French family.
This induction course will include formal registration at the school, an intensive French language program, the sorting out of timetables and module choices, Visa and Carte de Sejour formalities and some social events. Students must have health insurance from their home company that will reimburse them for medical expenses incurred abroad. In order to obtain your French Visa, you must bring the French Consulate a letter that details the type of coverage that you have. Medical Insurance in France will cost you 180FF if you cannot show proof of sufficient coverage. Housing Deposit and Text Book Rental Fees are refundable.