Studying abroad

An international study exchange programme gives students at the Faculty of Pharmacy the opportunity to pursue part of their studies at a partner university abroad.

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For more information and to help you prepare your international mobility project, please consult the Faculty of Pharmacy’s guidelines for international exchange programmes, available on the intranet.

At the Faculty of Pharmacy, international internship exchange offers students unique opportunities to gain professional experience abroad and immerse themselves in an international working environment. This enriching experience provides a broader global perspective, hands-on learning opportunities, and valuable skills that complement and strengthen their academic and professional training.

For more information and to help you prepare your international mobility project, please consult the Faculty of Pharmacy’s guidelines for international exchange programmes, available on the intranet.

International partnerships have been established to facilitate student exchanges.

Discover the list of Erasmus+ and non-European partner universities on the Faculty of Pharmacy’s interactive map.

There are several types of partnerships for international exchanges at Aix-Marseille University, each with its own specific features:

• Erasmus+ programme: This European programme enables students and academic staff to study, teach or train at a partner university in Europe. Erasmus+ agreements between the Faculty of Pharmacy and its partner institutions provide dedicated places for Pharmacy students, which are often limited and allocated based on academic and language requirements.
• CIVIS partnership: This programme promotes academic and scientific exchanges within the CIVIS alliance, which brings together the following partner universities: Aix-Marseille University (France), National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Greece), University of Bucharest (Romania), Université libre de Bruxelles (Belgium), Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain), Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), and Stockholm University (Sweden). CIVIS places are shared with other amU faculties.
• Multidisciplinary agreements: These agreements involve several AMU faculties and provide opportunities for exchanges in Europe and beyond Europe. Places are shared with other amU faculties.

Each type of partnership has its own eligibility criteria and application procedures, so it is important to carefully check the requirements before applying.

Study exchange programmes are only possible at institutions with which the Faculty has a valid partnership agreement.

It is also possible to undertake an internship exchange programme abroad in a country where we do not have a partnership agreement.

However, please note the following requirements:

• Finding an internship is the student’s responsibility ;
• The internship programme must be approved by the relevant programme coordinator or Master’s programme coordinator before the internship agreement is signed ;
• An internship agreement is mandatory. Without one, the internship abroad cannot be authorised ;
• If the destination country is classified as a red zone for security reasons, the internship cannot be authorised.

A signed internship agreement between our institution and the host institution abroad is mandatory.

During an international exchange programme, students may be eligible for financial support to help cover their exchange-related expenses. Please note, however, that this financial support is not intended to cover all the costs and is subject to application review.

Erasmus+ grant:
Financial support provided by the Erasmus+ programme for students undertaking an exchange at a university or internship at a company in a country participating in the Erasmus+ programme. The amount varies depending on the destination.

A gap year is not eligible for an Erasmus+ grant.

AMI MESRI grant:
International mobility grant funded by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, available to students receiving a French government (Crous) scholarship. The amount varies according to the student’s social criteria.

A final Crous scholarship notification is required.

Région Sud mobility grant:
The Regional Student Mobility Assistance Programme (PRAME), offered by the Région Sud, cannot be combined with other grants. The amount varies according to the student’s social criteria.

The International Relations and Research Office is the point of contact for preparing and submitting financial support applications.

International Buddy Programme

Have you already completed an international exchange programme as part of your studies or an internship abroad? Become a buddy!

The International Buddy Programme, organised in partnership with the Association des Étudiants en Pharmacie de Provence (AE2P), aims to help students at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Marseille prepare for their international experience. By joining the programme, you can share your experience, provide practical advice and support fellow students who are preparing for their own adventure abroad.

How does it work?

As a buddy, you can:

• Share your tips and advice for a successful international exchange.
• Answer your peers’ questions about life abroad, administrative procedures and cultural challenges.
• Help build a supportive community of students ready to help one another make the most of their international experience.

Sign up here: registration form

For more information, please contact the International Relations and Research Office or the AE2P International Team.

International Relations and Research Office: pharmacie-international@univ-amu.fr

AE2P: ae2p@ae2p.com