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Are you ready?Why study abroad?Why Dijon?Why Burgundy School of Business?What do international students say?Who can I contact?

Get set?How to applyLong stay visa validated by the ofIIAccommodationHealthcareTravel & getting to Dijon

Go!Adapting to a new culturefrance and the frenchDiscover BurgundyPlaces to visitLife in DijonChecklist

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Are you ready?Why study abroad?

The world is a book, and those who do nottravel read only one page

Saint Augustine

Studying in another country is an exciting, enriching and rewarding experience, one which you’ll always rememberand which may even change your future! You’ll gain insightinto another culture and really understand what it’s like tolive in a country different from your own. Many students saywhen they return home they question things they took forgranted before leaving and see things in a fresh light. It’s a great way to build up an international network offriends, from the other international students from a rangeof different countries, to the home students you’ll study withduring your stay. It opens up many different destinations fortravel later on and friends you may stay in touch with all your life.A study abroad period is great for your CV and shows you areprepared to do something different and have an open mind.It’s also the perfect way to learn a new language or build onyour existing knowledge. So... you have the opportunity...don’t let this chance pass you by! Are you ready? Get set! Go!Take the plunge... you’ll not look back!

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Why Dijon?

Enjoy the French way of life in a beautiful location• Dijon is the capital of Burgundy with a rich cultural heritage• one of the best preserved historic centres with beautiful architecture• famous for its gastronomy and wines• Surrounded by the famous Burgundy vineyards

A great study destination• one of the most desirable cities in france for quality of life• A calm and friendly place to study• A University city with a lively student population (20% of habitants

are students)

A rich social and cultural life• A range of clubs, societies & sports activities • festivals throughout the year (Music, wine, gastronomy, film…) • Concerts, cinemas, theatres, opera, museums free of charge

Easy to travel• Everything within easy walking distance• Bike rental stations make cycling around simple• only 1 hour 40 minutes by train from Paris• Located in the heart of Europe

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Why Burgundy School of Business?

founded in 1900, Burgundy School of Business is one of the prestigious“Grande Ecoles”, highly selective Schools of Management which leadthe way in management education in france. “Grandes Ecoles” are anintegral part of the french higher education system and their degreesare fully recognized by the french Ministry of Education. Due to closelinks with the business community, “Grandes Ecoles” students are operational on graduation and alumni hold key positions in businessand industry both in france and abroad. The elite “Grandes Ecoles” owetheir prestige and global reputation to the following key factors:

Academic excellence• Rigorous, competitive selection at entry at a national and international

level• High quality education blending theory and practice• Relevant, up-to-date curriculum• Personalized attention to students’ learning and progress• outstanding faculty with academic and professional backgrounds• Commitment to advancing management research

International exposure• Extensive international networks and study abroad opportunities• Long tradition of welcoming international students• Management programmes taught in English and french• Integrated foreign language teaching

Profesional experience• Close contacts with the business world• Work placements and consultancy projects• Effective career guidance and placement• Well-established alumni associations

Burgundy School of Business is located in the centre of Dijon, capitalof Burgundy, in the heart of Europe, 90 minutes away from Paris andless than 3 hours away by train from 7 countries.

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What do internationalstudents say?

Here are some international students’ experiences of studying at Burgundy School of Business.

Feifei Xu, student from ChinaTeachers at Burgundy School of Business really help me toconnect what we learn to what happens in the business world.They explain clearly, are always patient and ready to help students. The many discussions in class, between the teachersand students or amongst students, are really helpful to understanding the course. Our school mates are very friendlyand very kind. There are also many kinds of associations that organize a lot of activities to enrich our student life. And I can’tforget the administrative staff who help solve all our academicand practical problems from studying to where to live.

Mayank Tandon, student from IndiaBurgundy School of Business provides ample opportunity for theall round development of students, with the help of top faculty,infrastructure and student associations which are always thereto help international students. Dijon is a very calm city full of traditions which gives us lots of information about the Frenchculture in general, and with its proximity to Paris, one gets toenjoy both living near the country in Burgundy as well as the citylife of Paris.

Claudia Francesca Haverman, student from the Netherlands

The atmosphere at the Burgundy School of Business is really international. People come from all over the world which makesit even nicer to work together in group works. Besides the international environment at school I can really “taste” theFrench culture walking through the streets of Dijon: it is a wonderful typical French city, situated in the heart of France andEurope. Parties and trips are organized by the ESC student organization which makes it very easy to get to know each otherwell and to have a real student life. Furthermore, the content ofthe Master is very interesting. Courses are taught by professionalsand the practical approach of the courses gives you a good ideaof the real business environment. 05

Coumba Diop, student from SenegalFour aspects of Burgundy School of Business really struck mewhen I arrived:• The availability and helpfulness of professors and my fellowstudents

• The warm welcome we were given • The overall organization of the school (timetables e-learning,the library)

• The school’s atmosphere (mixing work and pleasure)

Benjamin Saunders, student from IrelandMy first impressions of Burgundy School of Business were verypositive! Between the quality of the teaching and the studentatmosphere it seemed to be a great place in which to be spending my year abroad. Now that I am close to the end of myyear I can honestly say that I would rather be nowhere else. Dijonitself is the perfect sized town and it’s full of students, many ofwhom have become close friends. ESC is a great institution thatwill challenge you on different levels, both academically and socially. There is always something going on here!

Nuria Salinas, student from SpainMy experience of Dijon is a lovely city with beautiful architecture,friendly people always ready to help you even if they don’t know you.Burgundy School of Business is a great place for professionaland personal development as you can meet people from all different nationalities in class which is culturally enriching Professors and staff are available and caring and personally Ihave a lot to thank them for. There are many student clubs andsocieties to get involved in and they organise lots of trips, partiesetc. which makes student life really enjoyable and fun!

Who can I contact?

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE:Tel: +33 3 80 72 59 75 - fax: +33 3 80 72 59 88Email: international@escdijon.eu Address:Groupe ESC Dijon-Bourgogne / Burgundy School of Business29 rue Sambin - 21000 Dijon - france

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How to apply

for exchange students, you will find all information aboutapplying on our website by clicking on "International" then"exchange students"

for freemover and non exchange students please click on"Programmes"

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Long stay visa validated by the OFII

Students from the European Union:

You are no longer required to apply for a visa; your national identitycard will serve this purpose.

Non European students:

1. The french Consulate issues you with a long stay visa VLS-TS (visa delong séjour) that exempts you from applying for a residence permit(carte de séjour). You will be given a document entitled "REPUBLIQUEfRANCAISE VISA DE LoNG SEJoUR - DEMANDE D’ATTESTATIoN ofII"

2. When you arrive in france, your passport is stamped by french policeat the airport. Within three months after your arrival date in france,you are required to send to the Dijon ofII office (Direction territorialde l'ofII) byregistered delivery post with acknowledgement of receipt, the completed "demande d 'attestation ofII" form given bythe french consulate with the following photocopies of your passport: the ID page (name, surname, date of birth etc…) the visapage and the entry in france stamp page.

Address: ofII - 14B rue du Chapeau Rouge - 21 000 Dijon

3. Visa validation: The ofII office will send you a letter to giveyou an appointment for the validation of your visa and possibly a medical appointment and/or a welcome visit. Youwill have to bring the following documents: Your passport, proofof residence in Dijon (rental receipt, rental contract, water orelectricity bill), an ID picture medical certificate by the certifiedofII doctor (if you have already had the visit in your homecountry), ofII special stamps (stating ANAEM or oMI) for theamount of €55. These stamps are sold in newsagents and tobacconist shops. Ask for a "timbre fiscal ANEM ou EMI de 55 Euros" (Prices are correct at the time of printing and aresubject to change by ofII)

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Accommodation

Burgundy School of Business does not own or manage student accommodation but the International office canhelp you look for the best options. At first you can have a lookat the different kinds of accommodation we usually offer ourstudents on our website in the accomodation section under“practical information”.

All students are then requested to fill in the accommodationquestionnaire.Students who need help finding accommodation must return the questionnaire by email at least four months beforearrival in order to find the best option. The International Relations office will then contact those of you requestinghelp.

N.B.: If you don’t return the accommodation questionnaire wewill not be able to help you to find accommodation and youwill have to search for options yourself.

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Healthcare

In France it is compulsory for all students to havehealth insurance cover.

European students:You will need to ask for a European Health card and bring it with youto france. You will then be exempt from registering with the frenchHealth Insurance.

Non European students:• If you are going to stay in france less than 3 months: Your international

health insurance certificate from your home country will be accepted,and exempt you from registering with the french social security.

• If you are going to stay in france more than 3 months and if you areunder 28 years old: Even if you have private health insurance, you arestill required to apply for french health Insurance either at the LMDEor the SMEREB (student health insurance company). It costs around200 euros to register. once registered, you will receive a social securitynumber that you should have with you for medical appointments ortreatment. The application form will be provided on your arrival bythe International office of Burgundy School of Business.

Under the french National Health System (Sécurité Sociale), you are required to pay for visits to the doctor and the subsequent medicinesprescribed which are then refunded later on. The amount refunded varies considerably (from 70 % for a visit to a General Practitioner to 35 % for certain medicines).

For European & non European students over 28:• If you are going to stay in france more than 3 months and if you areover 28 years old: You are not entitled to student health insurance.You have to be covered by your international health insurance or private insurance for the 3 first months in france. After 3 months ofresidence in france you are allowed to subscribe to the CMU (universalhealth coverage), free or not depending on your income. Informationwill be provided on your arrival.

You can also find information about the french Health system on theinternet in french at www.ameli.fr10

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Travel and getting to Dijon

How to reach Dijon

By car• Paris - Dijon: 310 km (186 miles) 3 hours • Lyon - Dijon : 188 km (113 miles) 2 hours• Lausanne - Dijon : 280 km (168 miles) 2 hours 30mins• Strasbourg - Dijon : 312 km (187 miles) 3 hours 15mins

By trainThe SNCf (french national railways) www.sncf.com(tel.: +33 8 36 35 35 35) links Dijon with the whole of Europeeither by TGV (high speed train) or through its regular railwaysystem. All information can be accessed through their website although having tickets issued by mail are not always guaranteed to arrive on time. The best way is to purchase aticket upon arrival.

• Paris Gare de Lyon - Dijon : 1 hour 40 minutes (TGV)• Roissy Charles de Gaulle - Dijon : 1 hour 50 minutes (TGV)• Lyon - Dijon : 2 hours• Lausanne - Dijon : 2 hours (TGV)• Strasbourg - Dijon: 4 hours• Geneva - Dijon: 3 hours

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By planeDijon has its own small regional airport,www.dijon.aeroport.fr, and youcan find flight information on flights in and out of Dijon with Air france,www.airfrance.com, or Eastern Airways, www.easternairways.fr.However, it is simpler, quicker and less expensive, when coming fromabroad, to fly either to Paris, Lyon or Geneva and take the train fromthere to Dijon.

Most students travelling to Dijon fly to Paris and then take the train toDijon. Paris has two major airports serving international flights: orly and Charles de Gaulle (CDG) / Roissy. for information about airports in Paris, visit www.smartweb.fr/aeroor www.aeroportsdeparis.fr/ADP/en-gb/passagers/

• Charles de Gaulle (CDG)/ Roissy Airport - Dijon

from Charles de Gaulle / Roissy airport you will need to go to the Garede Lyon in order to get a TGV (high speed train) to Dijon. There are several options open to you:

You can get the Air france bus from the airport direct to the Gare deLyon. The bus departs every 30 minutes, and it is the cheapest and easiest option if you have heavy luggage to carry.

1. You can get the RER train (underground/subway): Take the RER LigneB to Gare du Nord, then cross the platform and change to the RERLigne D and get off at Gare du Nord. for an underground/subwaymap visit www.ratp.com. You would be well advised however, not totake this option if you are carrying very heavy or cumbersome luggage.

2. You can get a taxi straight to the Gare de Lyon (approx. 60 euros, plusextra charge for luggage)

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• Orly Airport - Dijon

If you land at orly Airport, you may take a taxi to the station or take thepaying shuttle to Denfert Rochereau RER station, take the RER Ligne Bto the Châtelet-les-Halles station and change to RER Ligne A. Get off atthe next station, Gare de Lyon.

If you fly into orly, we recommend that you take the Air france bus tothe centre of Paris at Gare Montparnasse. The Air france bus departsevery fifteen minutes and the journey lasts approximately 40 minutes.from Gare Montparnasse you can get a taxi to Gare de Lyon.

You also have two alternative options below to get to Gare de Lyonfrom orly. You would be well advised however, not to take these options if you are carrying very heavy or cumbersome luggage.

1. Take the shuttle train (orlyval) from the airport to the RER station.Then take the RER (underground/subway) to Châlet-Les Halles andtransfer to the métro in order to get to the Gare de Lyon.

2. Take the orly Bus to Denfert Rochereau, departure every 15 minutes.At Denfert Rochereau you can either take a taxi to the Gare de Lyon,or you can take the métro at Denfert Rochereau. Take the Ligne 6 inthe direction of “Nation” eight stops to “Bercy”. Change to Ligne 14and go one stop in the direction of “Madeleine” to the Gare de Lyon.

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How to reach Burgundy School of Business from the trainstation

Your route plan by foot (10 to 15 minutes)

Departure: Gare de Dijon ville (Dijon train station)As you come out of the train station head towards the trafficlights and pedestrian crossing. Cross the street onto the mainstreet ahead of you, Avenue foch, and go straight on untilyou come to Place Darcy, a large square with a stone arch inthe middle. follow the road round to the left past the Hôtelde la Cloche and carry on along rue Devosge. Walk for about5 minutes and turn left onto rue Sambin. The School is thebuilding immediately on your left.

By bus:It takes around 15 minutes by bus.Bus website: www.divia.fr

By taxi:There is a taxi rank outside the station. A taxi to the Schoolcosts around 10 euros. Taxi phone number: 03 80 41 41 12

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Adapting to a new culture

Studying and living abroad is full of new experiences as wellas new adjustments. This adventure comes with great excitement and high expectations. During your stay you will experience many highs and lows. After arriving and beginning to settle in, you may find it difficult to adjust to the way of life and procedures that aredifferent from your home country.

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You may find yourself easily frustrated by the difficulty in doing dailythings. furthermore you may begin to compare this new culture/countryto your home culture/country. for a while you may try to deny the newculture and defend your own. This confusion caused by a lack of communication skills and cultural differences along with home sicknessis called cultural fatigue. The extent of culture fatigue will vary for eachperson. Although at times the challenges that you encounter areoverwhelming, the adventure abroad is after all a learning and growingexperience. After some time you will be able to adjust to the differenceswithin the culture by gaining control of the language and way of life.After learning about a new culture you will be able to acknowledgenew things within your culture and yourself. When you return homeafter your time abroad you will go through many of the same adjust-ments as you re-enter your culture.

France and the FrenchYou will no doubt notice many differences between the french culture and your own but here are some pointers to help you adapt.We recommend all international students to take the french Languageand french Culture and Society courses offered each semester to helpyou get the most out of your time in france.

France in a few words

CultureThe french are very proud of their culture even though they don’t readas much as other Europeans. While visiting and admiring their culturaltreasures, the french persuade themselves that france is the most civilized of all nations!

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Stages of transition : the emotional roller coaster

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Arrogancefrance has often adopted an independent position in politicaland economic negotiations aimed at increasing cooperationbetween nations. This has led to criticisms of french arrogance.True up to a point, but france has also consistently pursueda policy of promoting world peace and humanitarian aidthrough organizations like “Doctors without Borders“ andeconomic aid programmes in developing countries.

Languagefrench is spoken with a different accent in different parts offrance. french people may not always be tolerant of poorgrammar but be prepared to hear many colloquial expressions– and ‘franglais’ (a mixture of french and English). As thefrench tend to expect perfection in the command of language,they also tend to be very reluctant to speak foreign languagesbecause they are self-conscious about making mistakes.

ConversationThis is an art and tradition in france, a country where school-children are taught to reason and analyse a topic from differentpoints of view. Students’ conversations centre on general topics of social and cultural interests, politics… but seldomon the weather or money. When speaking, french people interrupt each other continually and argue intensely evenabout mere details. Intelligent disagreement is often a pleasureof french conversation. Critics say the french prefer discussionto action. You may find that out. funnily enough, the frenchuse “talkie walkies” and not “walkie talkies”, probably becauseit’s more important for them to talk than to walk.

CafésThe café is one of the best-known symbols of the french wayof life. It is more than a place to drink, it’s also a meeting placefor students, friends and acquaintances. You can socialize;debate current affairs or any range of topics or simply watchthe world go by.

Humourfrench humour is in keeping with the image of france andtends to be ‘intellectual’. The french usually appreciate “esprit”in (wit), and witty anecdotes with plays on words. But theyalso enjoy caricature and farce, “la BD” (Comic strips) like Tintin,Lucky Luke or Astérix as well as political satire.

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TimeIt’s accepted behaviour to be a little bit late for appointments.You may hear the expression “Le quart d’heure dijonnais”.That’s the 15 minute delay the french allow themselves. forexample, in Lyon you have “Le quart d’heure lyonnais” and inToulouse you have “Le quart d’heure toulousain”… Doctorsare often late but hairdressers and dentists are usually ontime and teachers are also supposed to be very punctual sodo not turn up late to class or you may be denied entry!

Queuesfrench queues at a bus stop or at the theatre are often disorderlyaffairs and the french are known to be great queue jumpers.

Système D“D” stands for “débrouillardise” (resourcefulness), a way tobeat a complex system and also a mark of french individualismor lack of civil responsibility.

Documents, Form and Red tapeIdentity documents and official documents must be producedwhen requested by the police or by public administration offices.The sheer amount of paperwork involved reflects the influence of the State in france.

ShopsBeware: shops are closed between 12.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m.Lunch time is sacred in france! Shops are also closed on Sundays.Spending Sunday with one’s family is also sacred.

Politeness and directnessThe french are generally very sociable. one person’s "merci"is often acknowledged with “je vous en prie” or “de rien”. Before eating together, people say “Bon appétit” to eachother. Passing ahead of another person is excused with a"pardon". But people in france are often indirect becausethey are afraid of hurting others’ feelings. Therefore theydon’t often speak their mind.

FormalityWhen you are speaking to older people or people you don’tknow you should say: “Bonjour Monsieur” or “Bonjour Madame”and please use the “vous”-form. “Au revoir Monsieur/ Madame”,“Merci Monsieur/ Madame” are magic words in france. Be preparedto answer the questions: “Comment ça va ?” or “Vous allez bien ?”

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FriendshipThe french make a clear distinction between friends (amis,amies) and acquaintances (connaissances). It takes a whileto be accepted as a friend in france. A casual relationship develops into friendship after a certain time. friends expectloyalty and sincerity from each other.

Greetings and farewellsThe formal etiquette of shaking hands or kissing family members on both cheeks (“la bise”) when meeting or sayinggoodbye remains a core tradition. friends who use the informal “salut” as the accompanying greeting or farewell willshake hands or offer “la bise”.

Discover BurgundyThe Burgundy region lies mid-way between the wide-opencereal plains of Northern france and the industrialized valleyof the Rhône. It is a land of undulating hills, woods and waterways flowing through a green and yellow patchworkof fields with a scattering of picturesque sleepy villages, chateaux and historic buildings. Burgundy has an internationalreputation as home to some of the world’s finest wines.

Burgundy has always been at the crossroads of many cultures.It was on the main Roman road from Lugdunum (Lyon) andLutecia (Paris), the route from Italy to flanders, and is still nowadays on the corridor connecting Paris and the North toSouthern france and the Mediterranean. Motorways and theTGV (high speed train) make today’s Burgundy very accessible.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, the Dukes of Burgundybecame more powerful than the Kings of france. Throughwars, settlements and marriages, their dominions spreadacross most of present day Belgium, Luxemburg and The Netherlands. Jealously coveted for years, Burgundy was finallyannexed to the french crown in 1477. However, the regioncontinued to produce powerful ruling families whose appreciationof contemporary Dutch and Italian craftsmen can still beseen in religious and lay monuments alike. Burgundy’s naturalriches and colourful history have marked the region withsome of the finest heritage of European art and architecture.

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Places to visitTHE WINE ROUTE ("Route des Grands crus")The touristic Wine Route, between Dijon and Santenay, takesyou through 30 miles of Burgundy’s most prestigious vineyards, where some of the best wines in the world areproduced. Whether you’re a wine lover or you’d like to knowmore about wine, here is your opportunity to discover wheresuch famous wines as Pommard, Corton-Charlemagne, andRomanée-Conti are lovingly grown.

VOUGEOTThe “Clos de Vougeot” château, set in the middle of the vineyards, is one of the most famous spots in Burgundy. Mostof the wine produced in this small village comes from onesingle walled grand cru vineyard, the famous Clos de Vougeot. The vineyard in its present form dates from 1336and consists of 50 hectares of vineyards owned by 82 owners, with six soil types. Distance from Dijon: 25 km.

BEAUNELocated in the heart of Burgundy, Beaune is a beautiful historic town and world famous capital of Burgundy wine.There is plenty to interest the visitor; taste some of Burgundy’s fine wines in one of the wine cellars, visit the Burgundy Wine Museum and the 15th century Hôtel-Dieumedieval hospital with multicolored roofs, a masterpiece ofthe flamboyant gothic architecture. Beaune is also famousfor gastronomy and you can sample some delicious food inone of its many restaurants. Distance from Dijon: 45 km.

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BURGUNDY CANALTake a leisurely boat trip on the Burgundy Canal which linkshundreds of pretty villages and takes you through some ofBurgundy’s most beautiful countryside. Spanning more than250 kilometres in length and two centuries of construction,it’s a masterpiece of pre-industrial revolution technologywhich has provided a network of navigable waterways, nowadays enjoyed for all forms of holiday activities.

CHATEAUNEUF-EN-AUXOISThis mediaeval village was awarded the title of one of themost beautiful villages of france. Visit its 12th century château which stands majestically on the hillside, dominatingthe surrounding countryside commanding breathtakingviews over the surrounding plains, lakes, and the famous Burgundy canal. Distance from Dijon: 51 km.

SEMUR-EN-AUXOISSemur-en-Auxois is a picturesque fortified town set on a pinkgranite hillside with a river running through. Take a walkalong its paved streets and discover its medieval buildingsand drum towers and Notre Dame church which is one of thebest examples of Gothic art in Burgundy. Distance fromDijon: 80 Km.

FLAVIGNY-SUR-OZERAINThis charming fortified village was awarded the title of oneof the most beautiful villages of france. Take a stroll throughits hushed streets and you’ll feel like you’re stepping back intime. You can visit the village factory which still makes thewell-known aniseed sweets called “Anis de flavigny”. Distance from Dijon: 64 Km. 21

FONTENAYVisit the fontenay abbey, a Unesco world heritage site. founded in the 12th C., this well preserved Cistercian abbeyis an impressive yet hidden haven of peace. Distance fromDijon: 145 Km.

You can find more information and pictures of Burgundy atwww.visitdijon.com/en/

Tourist Information Office:11 rue des forges - B.P. 1309 - 21022 Dijon CedexTel: + 33 3 80 44 11 44 - fax: + 33 3 80 30 90 02E-mail: infotourisme@ot-dijon.frWebsite: www.ot-dijon.com.uk

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Life in Dijon

Burgundy School of Business is located on a campus just a few minuteswalk from the centre of Dijon. one of the best preserved historic centresin france, Dijon artfully combines tradition and modernity, and is rankedthe second most desirable town in france in terms of quality of life.

A city open to the world:Dijon, a university and business centre, is the capital of the Burgundyregion. It is situated in the very heart of Europe. Its picturesque andbustling pedestrian streets, flourishing trade, beautiful parks and gardens, all contribute to the town’s lively and warm atmosphere.

A historical city:Wandering through the streets of Dijon is like a stroll through centuriesof history. from the 12th century to the end of the 15th century, theDukes of Burgundy bequeathed artistic and architectural treasures tothe town, treasures that bear witness to the Dukes’ prestige.

The centre of Dijon, france’s third largest historical area of national heritage, covers an area of over 100 hectares (more than 250 acres) ofchurches, built between medieval times and present days, stately townhouses dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, and medieval half-timbered houses.

A cultural city:Between visits and breaks to savour gastronomic delights in Dijon, discover a thousand other pleasures - theatre, concerts, opera, cinema,the annual wine festival, the many summer musical and cultural events,visit Dijon’s seven museums, numerous art galleries and exhibitionhalls.

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Climate:Dijon has a continental climate. The winters are cold and thesummers warm and sunny, but remember to bring an umbrella and a raincoat! To find out exact weather conditionsin Dijon visit: www.meteo.fr/meteonet_en/

A business city:Dijon’s enviable situation in the heart of a European communications network, with a first rate air, motorway andrail transport system means that many internationally orientated companies have chosen to settle in Burgundy andhave a privileged relationship with Burgundy School of Business, offering many opportunities for exchanging professional advice and work experience for our students.The wine trade, the pharmaceutical and the food-processingindustry are specifically represented. Listed are some industrial companies based in Burgundy:Alstom, Michelin, Barry Callebaut, Groupe Koyo, Pirelli,Schlumberger, Schneider, Seb, Tetra Pak, Valeo.

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Checklist

Below are some of the key steps you need to complete before departurePlease check that you already:

• Have a valid passport and Identity card• Have a visa (if needed)• Have your European health card or international health

insurance cover • Have submitted all documents required for application

listed on the website, your CV translated into french or English, your academic results of the last year of study, copyof your higher education diplomas (if applicable)

• Have the letter of financial support signed by your parentsand certified by the stamp of a notary (only if you need toapply for the residence permit) stating that you have at least5000 euros for the academic year.

• Have prepared to bring with you your birth certificate translated into french or English (non European studentsonly)

• Have sent 1 photograph (3.5 x 4.5cm) to the internationaloffice for your student card

• Have booked your accommodation and informed theowner about your arrival date and time

• Are aware that you will have to subscribe to personal liability insurance in france

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Is everything OK?So, are you ready?Get set, Go to Dijon!!!

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GROUPE ESC DIJON BOURGOGNE

29 rue SambinBP 5060821006 Dijon Cedex

Tél. +33 (0) 380 725 900

Fax +33 (0) 380 725 999

E-mail : international@escdijon.eu

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