Sciences Po
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Dijon, Le Havre, Menton, Nancy, Paris, Poitiers, Reims
France
Language of instruction
English
French
Sciences Po stands out as a world-class university with internationally-recognised degrees and research, a multicultural community and a worldwide network of partners.
At Sciences Po, academic and personal development are intimately linked with a focus on cultivating intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and self-examination. These qualities are developed through teamwork, student presentations, small classes, debates and participation in student associations.
Its best-known campus is nestled in the heart of Paris – 5 minutes from the Louvre and the Latin Quarter, and close to countless other sites in the City of Lights.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | January–May |
| Semester 2 | Autumn Semester | Late August–December |
View the Sciences Po academic calendar.
Guides and additional information
Campuses
Sciences Po consists of 7 campuses around France:
- Dijon campus
- Le Havre campus
- Menton campus
- Nancy campus
- Paris campus
- Poitiers campus
- Reims campus
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:\ Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\ Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:\ Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Last Chance Apps Close: 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange
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Student testimonials
B Business Management / B Laws
Semester 1, 2023
I now have a global network of friends who share the same love for travel and adventure. - Matthew - Sciences Po
B Engineering (Hons)/Economics
Semester 1, 2019
Going on exchange is a once in a lifetime experience - Finnian - Sciences Po
B Economics/Arts
Semester 1, 2019
If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young person, then wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast - Hemingway
Full-time study load
30 ECTS credits per semester at Sciences Po is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA\ You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 to study at Sciences Po.
Language
Language requirements are dependant on the Sciences Po campus, and differ for the Undergraduate programme and Masters programme. Some campuses require a minimum of B2 level of French Language. Therefore, you may be required to provide an Official Language Test in your Sciences Po application. Please plan ahead and ensure you can sit the appropriate test before your Sciences Po application.
Study Options\ Each Undergraduate Sciences Po campus offers course content focusing on a different geographical region. Students must indicate in their application which campus they hope to study at. Postgraduate students must follow one program. Further details are outlined in the Additional Academic Information section below.
Other Restrictions\ Undergraduate: All undergraduate students must have completed 2 years (32 units) of tertiary study (related to their degree during the exchange) before commencing studies at Sciences Po. \ Course Profiles: Sciences Po does not provide course profiles before the exchange semester commences.\ Course Flexibility: You must have a full study load of UQ general electives if you wish to study at Sciences Po (and not plan to take disciplines related to your UQ program) due to course profile access restrictions.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Search the Sciences Po course catalogues for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Undergraduate Courses
For postgraduate courses, please refer to the website for the relevant school:
- Paris School of International Affairs
- School of Public Affairs
- Law School
- School of Management and Impact
- Urban School
- School of Research
Language course information and profiles.
Please ensure you download copies of course lists and descriptions before the semester-based exchange application deadline, as Sciences Po will remove these from their website after each semester.
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the Credit Precedent Database to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Undergraduate
Communication, digital media and PR
Economics
French
Gender Studies
History and ancient history
Law
Peace and conflict studies
Political science
Public policy
Sociology
Postgraduate
Communication, digital media and PR
Development
Economics
Finance
History and ancient history
Human resources
Law
Leadership and Management
Marketing
Peace and conflict studies
Political science
Regional and town planning
Sociology
Academic restrictions
Study Load Restrictions\ Students are unable to enrol in a full-time study load in the following undergraduate disciplines, however, enrolment in one or two courses may be possible:
- Economics
- Gender Studies / Peace and Conflict Studies / Public policy / Sociology
Course Restrictions\ Postgraduate level students are not allowed to choose courses from multiple faculties, disciplines or programs - all courses must be from within a single program.
Disciplines/Faculties Restrictions\ The following are not open to exchange students at Sciences Po:
- Master in Political Science (Research) in International Relations
- Master in Judicial and Legal Professions
- Master of Journalism
- Innovation and Digital Transformation
- Master in Public Affairs
Additional academic information
Study Option Details
(Undergraduate students)\ Sciences Po offers have undergraduate colleges and each campus' course content focuses on a different geographical region.\ You must choose one campus to study at during your exchange:
- Dijon: Central and Eastern Europe Studies
- Le Havre: Asia
- Menton: the Middle East and the Mediterranean
- Nancy: Europe and Franco-German zone
- Poitiers: Latin America, Spain and Portugal
- Reims: Africa and North America (Students must choose a certificate to follow (International Affairs and Strategy, European Affairs, or Economics and Business) at Reims)
- Paris: Certificate in Social Science and Humanities
If allocated to this host university, you will be required by Sciences Po to provide a cover letter stating your reasoning for choosing a particular campus.
(Postgraduate students)\ All postgraduate study options are located on the Paris campus. You must choose a Master's programme to follow and all course choices must be from within this programme. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet all of the prerequisites/language requirements listed for your chosen school prior to application. Programme options fall within 6 Sciences Po schools:
- Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA)
- School of Public Affairs
- Law School
- School of Management and Impact
- Urban School
- Doctoral School
Additional Academic Resources\ Sciences Po has online resources to help navigate their academic policies:
Course Catalogues: Course catalogues for the relevant semester start to be published progressively, from about 2.5 months before course registrations open. You should check the course catalogue weekly for new offerings, and if you want new courses assessed for credit, submit a minimum of 2 weeks before registrations open.
Course Registration: It is important to finalise your enrolments during the registration period as no changes can be made once the semester starts.\ Sciences Po has a very clear video explaining the registration process for Language Courses.
Class rescheduling: At times, classes can be rescheduled up until the 13th week of the semester. You must be available on campus should this happen.
Absence Policy: Sciences Po has a very strict absence policy, it is your responsibility to adhere to their policies
Exam policy: Sciences Po does not grant exam re-sits
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:\ Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\ Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:\ Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Last Chance Apps Close: 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange
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Accommodation
Sciences Po does not have its own student residence so you need to find your own accommodation. To give yourself the best possible chance of finding appropriate accommodation, make sure you arrive in your campus’ city a few days (or a few weeks, for Paris) before the semester starts. For advice and resources to start your search, visit Sciences Po's housing web page.
Cost of living
To prepare you for your stay in France, Sciences Po provides an estimate of basic living costs at each of its campuses.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students undertaking exchange studies in France can apply for the Nicolas Baudin Program through the French Embassy in Canberra.
Students may be entitled to CAF housing benefits whether living in an unfurnished or furnished flat, home-stay, or student hall of residence.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Please read through this important information about Health Insurance for exchange students in France.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:\ Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\ Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:\ Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Last Chance Apps Close: 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange
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Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the French Consulate for visa and immigration information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:\ Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\ Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:\ Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\ Last Chance Apps Close: 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange