Nantes, on the Loire, is often ranked among France's most liveable cities for its creative cultural projects, the Machines of the Isle and its green spaces. Its long-established university offers students a dynamic setting.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Nantes. Nantes Université's French language centre and language schools in the city are among the options.
In Nantes you can book courses of as little as one week. On an intensive program, one language level usually takes 6-8 weeks. A complete beginner typically needs 6-12 months to reach the B2-C1 level required for university.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Winter is usually cheaper than the summer months. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal discounts and offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though complete beginner courses may have set start dates. For long programs that require a visa, we recommend applying at least 3 months ahead. Summer is the busiest period.
For long-term language study, you create an application file and attend an interview through Campus France Türkiye, then complete the visa application at the authorised centre. You will need the school's enrolment letter, proof of accommodation and proof of funds.
A Schengen visa for short courses does not allow work. On a long-stay student visa you can work within certain hour limits; always check the conditions before starting a job.
Student residences and shared flats are common in Nantes; demand rises at the start of terms, so book early.
Living costs in Nantes are around the French average, with rent lower than in Paris.
Buses and trams serve Nantes, and the centre is walkable. Trains connect easily to other French cities.
Nantes has a mild oceanic climate with gentle, rainy winters and warm summers.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) take about 3.5 hours; the high-speed train from Paris to Nantes takes about 2 hours.
Because France uses daylight saving time, the time difference changes with the season: from late March to late October Nantes is 1 hour behind Turkey, and in winter it is 2 hours behind.
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application to arrival.
About 2 hours by high-speed train.
The Machines of the Isle in Nantes is an art and leisure site famous for giant mechanical animals.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
On a long-stay student visa you can work up to 964 hours a year; working is not possible on a Schengen visa.
We recommend applying 4-6 weeks ahead for short courses and at least 3-4 months ahead for long programs that require the Campus France procedure.
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