How do I apply for a Master’s degree abroad?

23/02/2023
What are the prerequisites to enrol in one of our programmes at KEDGE as an international student? Here you will find information on different courses, eligibility, admissions, and how to get help.
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What Master's degrees are available to study abroad?

There are many different types of Master's degree worldwide. Some of the most popular courses to study abroad are: Masters in Management & Leadership, Masters in Business Administration (MBAs), Master in International Relations, Masters in Computer Science to name but a few.

How to choose your Master's degree abroad?

Depending on your area of interest, KEDGE offers a wide range of Master's degree in management, finance, arts, marketing, etc.

Discover our full list of Master's degrees

What are the admission requirements?

Academic level: BACHELOR 

Note that KEDGE offers 2 Bachelor Programmes to international applicants:

  • The International Bachelor in Business Administration which accepts candidates entering either in the 1st or 3rd year of the 4-year programme.
  • The KEDGE Bachelor which is possible for international students to join in the 3rd year, providing they speak French and have completed 2 years of business and management studies at University level previously.

Academic level: MASTER

Available from Bachelor's level onwards and taught full-time on our Bordeaux, Marseille and Paris campuses, KEDGE's specialised Masters of Science are state-of-the-art degrees that will boost your employability and make you an expert in your field.

Eligibility

Short Track: If you hold a 4-year Bachelor’s degree (Bac+4 - equivalent to 240 ECTS credits), you can apply for the short track MSc.

Long Track: If you hold a 3-year Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3 – equivalent to 180 ECTS credits), you can apply for the long track MSc.

Level of English required for admission to the specialisation course: TOEIC 785 / IELTS 6 / IBT 79 / Cambridge First (B2) / Cambridge Advanced (C1) / TOEFL Home Edition (candidates with at least 1 year of studies or professional experience in an English-speaking country are exempted).

How to succeed in your admission to KEDGE Business School?

Preparing your application

  • To begin with your application, you must first create an online account on the join.kedge.edu  platform.
  • Complete your profile in 3 steps: Complete your personal information, indicate your educational background, detail your professional experience if applicable including any internships completed.
  • Select the KEDGE programme you would like to apply for.
  • Follow our 5 tips for a successful admission!

1#Your application is your image

This will be the first image we get of you! Your application will be studied in detail by the admission team and the jury. It is important that you have a good grasp of the essential information of your chosen programme (courses taught, strengths, skills developed), its opportunities and the school in order to communicate this in your answers to the motivation questions.

You should also be able to project yourself into the programme, to explain the reasons for your choice, and to specify your professional project. The motivational questions are important, and you should take the time to fill them in concisely and accurately. This is an excellent exercise before the selection interview that awaits you if your application is successful.

2#Punctuality is key

KEDGE interview panel will appreciate your punctuality and your level of preparation. Remember to check your Internet connection, and to be in a quiet, well-lit place to have an interview in the best possible conditions.

3#Stay natural

Be as natural as possible and show your motivation as simply as possible. The KEDGE interview panel will be looking to reveal your personality and know your deepest motivation.

4#Be patient

In order to ensure quality recruitment, we take particular care in evaluating all applications, both academically and professionally. We are committed to responding to you as soon as possible, depending on the time of year, to satisfy you and to support you in your study project.

5#... and reactive

If you are admitted, we will await your application form before finalising your enrolment. Be quick to secure your place in the next class!