

194: France: la réforme de l'accès à l'université
Jun 25, 2018
The discussion delves into significant reforms in France’s university admission system aimed at reducing high dropout rates. It highlights the shift from guaranteed access to a more selective process, exploring its implications on student accessibility and education quality. Listeners will learn about terms like 'filière' and the challenges leading to a lottery system for popular fields. The podcast also touches on the new parque-soup platform designed for easier course selection, underscoring the need for better student orientation and public perception of universities.
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French University Access Reform
- French high school graduates have been guaranteed university spots, regardless of grades.
- This has led to high dropout rates, prompting proposed reforms for university access.
University Reform Due to Increased Candidates
- The French National Assembly voted to reform university access due to increasing candidate numbers.
- The goal is to implement a more efficient system.
Language Learning Tip
- For effective language learning, repeat key expressions aloud.
- This active repetition helps in retaining vocabulary.