AT YOUR ARRIVAL

That’s it, you’ve arrived at BSB! You will soon be part of the great BSB family.
The BSB International Relations team welcome you on our campuses : these may be your very first days in France and we want you to feel comfortable in this new living and working environment.

‍The most beautiful life adventure awaits you!

#1 Induction Days

Our team will give you all the necessary information for a good set-up in France. We will organize workshops and official presentations on arrival : discovery of the city and the campus, organization of your studies, discovery of the French culture, administrative procedures. Participation to the induction days is compulsory for all newcomers.

Pick up services will also be organized on arrival by the International Relations Office in cooperation with our international student clubs. Information will be sent by email after your enrollment (service subject to availability).

CVEC (Student and campus life contribution) Students admitted to a French institution of higher education for a degree seeking programme are subject to this fee. You must pay the CVEC at the beginning of each academic year.

International students coming within the framework of an exchange programme are exempted.

More information at : CVEC

#2 International student club

BSB has 2 student clubs dedicated to international students. Their main mission is to welcome international students to help them feel at home as soon as they arrive on campus.

They will help you integrate to the French life ,through events, during the whole stay of your studies.

Need a buddy ? Don’t hesitate to contact them before your arrival and ask for someone to be your “Buddy”, who will welcome and help you find your way around.

Melting Potes student club (Dijon)

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Ly’On Board student club (Lyon)

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#3 Find your way

Dijon is a city on a human scale, very easy to live in and BSB is located in the city centre, close to the TGV station. Everything is within walking distance from BSB!

Dijon is served by a very complete public transport network.Buses, tramways, self-service bicycles, car sharing: you will always find the transport that suits you best.

And if you are between 18 and 25 years old, you can benefit from the Pass 18-25 which allows you to travel unlimited for 30€ per month.

Lyon is a lively, friendly city, easily accessible thourgh the metro, bus, train, plane… You can find out more about public transport in Lyon on : TCL – Public transport in Lyon: metro, tramway, funicular and bus.

#4 Hold your budget

Dijon and Lyon are cities with lots of shops, coffees, and restaurants.

With so much variety in France, your accommodation costs can range from €200 to €750 per month depending on your criteria (location, size, quality, furnished, etc.).
On average, you can expect to pay €400 in monthly rent, and between €40 to €100 per month on utilities (gas, electricity, internet, etc.).

Dijon and Lyon are very affordable cities, with plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants.

Here are some approximate examples of expenses you may incur during your stay in France:

Monthly rent for a studio of around 30 m2 in the city center: €500-700
One-month transport pass: €30
One-month Internet and telephone subscription: €30
Basic lunch menu, drinks included: €16
Basic fast-food menu: €7
Famous baguette: €0.95
Monthly utilities (electricity, gas): €15-30 each
Cinema ticket: €9
Beer in town: €4.5
Cappuccino: €2.50

#5 Contact BSB Team

We’re here to answer all your questions.

Feel free to contact the International Relations Team at bsb.international@bsb-education.com.