Question 1

What are the admission requirements?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (3 years of higher education) in Arts, Letters, Languages, Applied Foreign Languages (LEA), Law, Economics or Management. Proficiency in English (B2/C1 level) is mandatory, as is a second language (Spanish, German, Chinese or French for international students). Admission is based on an application file via the Mon Master platform, possibly followed by an interview.

Question 2

How do I apply?

Accepted Answer

Applications are made through the national Mon Master platform (monmaster.gouv.fr) for France, and via the Études en France platform for international applicants from outside the EU. The application file includes a CV, a cover letter, Bachelor's transcripts and language certifications. Application dates follow the national Mon Master calendar (typically February to April).

Question 3

What level of English is required?

Accepted Answer

A minimum B2 level (ideally C1) in English is required. No official test is required for French applicants, but certifications such as TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge strengthen the application. International applicants whose native language is not English may be asked to provide proof of their level.

Question 4

What are the tuition fees?

Accepted Answer

As a public university programme, the LMI Master's charges national tuition fees (approximately €250 per year for French and European students). Non-EU international students may be subject to differentiated fees, with possible exemptions. CROUS scholarships are available based on standard social criteria.

Question 5

What careers does the LMI Master's lead to?

Accepted Answer

LMI Master's graduates access a wide range of positions: international project manager, export marketing manager, intercultural communication officer, international buyer, export sales manager, specialised translator, international affairs officer, international development consultant. Hiring sectors include industry, luxury, retail, consulting, tech and international organisations.

Question 6

Does the Master's include an internship?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a 4-to-6-month internship is mandatory at the end of M2, in a company in France or abroad. An M1 internship (2 to 3 months) is also possible and strongly encouraged. The network of partner companies and alumni greatly facilitates internship hunting, including internationally.

Question 7

What is the employment rate?

Accepted Answer

The LMI Master's enjoys a high employment rate within 6 to 12 months after graduation, consistent with top-performing master's in languages and international trade. The hands-on student projects throughout the programme and the bilingual dimension are real advantages on the job market.

Question 8

Is there a double degree option?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the LMI Master's offers two prestigious double degrees: one with ISCAP (Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administração do Porto) in Portugal, and one with Kore University of Enna in Sicily (Italy). These programmes allow students to earn both the French Master's and the partner degree after a year of study abroad.

Question 9

Can I go on Erasmus during the Master's?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the LMI Master's strongly encourages international mobility. Students can spend a semester or a full year on Erasmus+ exchange at one of many European partner universities. Internships abroad (including outside Europe) are also supported through Erasmus+ Traineeship and other mobility schemes.

Question 10

What are the international partnerships?

Accepted Answer

The LMI Master's has active partnerships with universities in Europe (Portugal, Italy, Spain, Germany, UK, Poland), Asia (China) and the Americas. These agreements facilitate student exchanges, double degrees and collaborative projects.

Question 11

Is there a student association?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the LMI Master's Association brings students together around educational, cultural and professional projects. It organises events, manages this website, welcomes new students and maintains ties across cohorts. Getting involved in the association is highly valued in the curriculum.

Question 12

What is student life like in Arras?

Accepted Answer

Arras is a pleasant and accessible student city, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Baroque squares. The campus is in the city centre, close to shops, bars and student housing. The cost of living is much more affordable than in Paris or Lille, and the proximity to these two major cities (50 min from Paris and 35 min from Lille by TGV) makes it a strategic choice.

Question 13

What is the LMI Master's?

Accepted Answer

The LMI Master's (Languages & International Management) is a two-year graduate program (120 ECTS) offered by the Faculty of Languages at the University of Artois in Arras, France. It trains specialists in international trade, intercultural management and multilingual business communication. The programme spans two years (M1 and M2) and awards a state-recognised French Master's degree.

Question 14

Where is the LMI Master's located?

Accepted Answer

The LMI Master's is located in Arras (Hauts-de-France region), at the heart of the Paris-London-Brussels triangle. Classes take place on the University of Artois campus, at 9 rue du Temple, 62000 Arras. Arras is 50 minutes from Paris and 35 minutes from Lille by TGV train.

Question 15

What languages are taught?

Accepted Answer

English is mandatory and taught at a professional level. Students also choose a second language from Spanish, German, Chinese or French (for international students). All specialty courses are taught in English, ensuring true bilingual immersion.

Question 16

How long is the programme?

Accepted Answer

The LMI Master's is a two-year programme (four semesters, 120 ECTS credits). The first year (M1) covers the fundamentals of international management, applied languages and communication. The second year (M2) is more specialised and includes a mandatory 4-to-6-month internship in France or abroad.

Question 17

What is the curriculum?

Accepted Answer

The curriculum combines applied foreign languages (English + second language), international management (marketing, negotiation, project management, international trade law), intercultural communication and professional digital tools. Hands-on student projects (events, publications, corporate missions) complete the training throughout the two years.

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