Are you dreaming of an international master’s degree without the headache of IELTS preparation? France might just be your perfect destination!

France is now one of the most accessible countries for Indian and international students looking to pursue postgraduate education in Finance, Marketing, Business, Hospitality, and Luxury Management — and the best part? You can study in France without IELTS!

✅ Why Choose France for Your Master’s Degree?

France is not only famous for its art, cuisine, and history — it’s also a global leader in higher education.

🎓 Why France?

☑ World’s 7th Largest Economy
☑ Globally Recognized Universities
☑ Subsidized Student Accommodation
☑ Plenty of Part-Time Work & Paid Internships

Combine that with affordable tuition and English-taught programs, and you have one of the most student-friendly countries in Europe.

🔹 Key Highlights:

• ✔️ 60% aggregate in bachelor’s degree accepted

• ✔️ No IELTS required for many programs

• ✔️ Courses taught entirely in English

• ✔️ Affordable tuition fees: €9,500 – €18,870 per year

• ✔️ Post-study stay-back option up to 2 years

• ✔️ Wide range of part-time jobs and financial aid options

🎓 Popular Courses You Can Pursue:

Whether you’re interested in finance, data, or international leadership, France has a program for you:

• M.Sc International Finance

• M.Sc Marketing Analytics & Data Intelligence

• MBA – Master of Business Administration

• M.Sc in Luxury & Fashion Management

• M.Sc in Hospitality or Cultural Management

• Master in Management (Grande École Program)

These degrees are highly valued in the European job market and open doors to global careers.

Studying in the UK without IELTS is definitely possible! Many UK universities offer alternatives to IELTS, especially if you meet certain language criteria. Here’s how you can study in the UK without taking the IELTS exam:

🔄 Alternatives to IELTS for UK Study

Medium of Instruction (MOI) Certificate

If your previous education (usually high school or bachelor’s degree) was in English, many universities accept a Medium of Instruction certificate from your school or college stating that English was the language of instruction.

Other English Proficiency Tests

You can submit scores from alternative exams like:

• TOEFL

• PTE (Pearson Test of English)

• Duolingo English Test

• Cambridge English Qualifications (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)

University’s Own English Test

Some UK universities conduct their own online English language tests. Examples:

• University of Plymouth

• University of Portsmouth

• University of Greenwich

Interview or Essay Evaluation

Some universities assess your English during an online interview or through a written essay submission instead of requiring a test.

Previous UK or Any English-Speaking Country Education

If you have studied in an English-speaking country before (e.g., US, Canada, Australia, UK), this can exempt you from IELTS.

🏫 UK Universities That Accept Alternatives to IELTS

Here are a few popular ones:

• University of Bristol

• University of Bolton

• University of Warwick

• Sheffield Hallam University

• Bangor University

• London South Bank University

(Kindly check the specific course page or talk to Lanway Academic Counsellor to confirm.)

🧾 What You’ll Need for Admission to Study without IELTS

• Academic transcripts

• Passport copy

• SOP (Statement of Purpose)

• Letter of Recommendation

• MOI (if applicable)

• Proof of English proficiency (if not using IELTS)