WHY CHOOSE EFAP THE FIRST LEADING COMMUNICATIONS SCHOOL?
For over 60 years, EFAP has been training the talent shaping the future of communication.
A pioneer in its field, the school anticipates the evolution of marketing, media, and digital trends to prepare students for the careers of today and tomorrow.
Recognized by companies and supported by a strong alumni network, EFAP is a springboard to ambitious careers in France and around the world.
WHY IS EFAP A LEADING INSTITUTION?
Thanks to the academic quality of its programs and its long-standing ties with the professional world, EFAP has been a leading school for communication and marketing careers for more than 60 years.
EFAP offers professional certifications registered on the French RNCP (Level 7 – Master’s level).
- EFAP’s Specialized MBAs award the RNCP title “Communication Manager” (Level 7 / Master’s degree).
- The Digital Marketing & Business Specialized MBA awards the RNCP title “Marketing and Digital Transformation Manager” (Level 7 / Master’s degree).
EFAP’s Specialized MBAs regularly rank among the best communication and marketing master’s degrees in France:
WHY IS EFAP’S TEACHING
APPROACH PIONEERING?
MORE THAN A SCHOOL — A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION
At EFAP, theory comes to life. Through a fully hands-on, experience-based teaching approach, our students learn by experimenting, creating, and taking on real-world challenges.
From coordination to content production, press relations to logistics, our students gain behind-the-scenes access to major events and collaborate directly with industry professionals. A true immersion into the demanding world of event communication.
A few standout examples:
Viva Technology, Séries Mania, Cannes Film Festival, 24 Heures de l’INSA, Sébastien Loeb’s 50th Anniversary, Lyon Street Food Festival… These professional experiences turn events into powerful learning and empowerment opportunities.
Designed as real-life laboratories, our pedagogical events allow students to push their limits, work in teams, and confront real situations in an intensive and stimulating environment.
Our key events: Big Battle, Lab Days, 100% Crisis, Web Series Festival, Talk-Show Factory.
Masterclasses at EFAP are major highlights of student life. Year after year, notable personalities come to share their journeys, insights, and experiences: from content creators like Léna Situations to actors such as François Civil, as well as agency leaders and journalists. A privileged access to the world of communication — to dream big, and to start building the future.
WHERE ARE EFAP’S
CAMPUSES LOCATED?
At EFAP, learning goes beyond the classroom: street artists regularly create work directly on the school’s walls, making each campus a place where art and education come together.
25, avenue Henri Poncet, 13100 Aix-en-Provence
8, parvis des Chartrons, 33074 Bordeaux
1 bis, rue de Tenremonde, 59000 Lille
142, rue Duguesclin, 69006 Lyon
300, avenue Nina Simone, 34000 Montpellier
470, Promenade des Anglais, 06200 Nice
Deux sites d'études : Champs-Elysées et Raspail
4, rue de la Châtaigneraie, 35510 Cesson-Sévigné
26, boulevard du Président Wilson, 67000 Strasbourg
6, place Henri Russell, 31400 Toulouse
225 NE 34th St Suite 203, Miami, FL 33137, Etats-Unis
1855 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
297 Wusong lu, 200080 Shanghai
Simon Cabarga 6, 39005 Cantabria - Espagne
HOW TO APPLY?
TO EFAP?
Admissions are based on two requirements:
All applications from students residing outside mainland France must be submitted exclusively through the school’s website. Applicants must also select “International Procedure” in the field “chosen exam date.”
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR STUDY PROJECT?
We know that an international study project involves much more than submitting an application. From preparing your file to visa procedures, housing search, and getting ready for your arrival in France or on one of our international campuses… every step matters.
This is why our International Admissions Office provides dedicated advisors ready to guide you at every stage and answer all your questions, ensuring you start your journey with complete peace of mind.
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS TEAM
+336 11 12 19 97
internationaladmissions@groupe-edh.com
We know that an international study project involves much more than submitting an application. From preparing your file to visa procedures, housing search, and getting ready for your arrival in France or on one of our international campuses… every step matters.
This is why our International Admissions Office provides dedicated advisors ready to guide you at every stage and answer all your questions, ensuring you start your journey with complete peace of mind.
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS TEAM
+336 11 12 19 97
internationaladmissions@groupe-edh.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the admission requirements for international students?
Minimum academic requirements
- 1st year admission: High school diploma or equivalent
- 2nd year admission: 60 ECTS credits or 30 US credits
- 3rd year admission: 120 ECTS credits or 60 US credits
- 4th year parallel admission: Bachelor’s degree or Licence (180 ECTS / 90 US credits)
- 5th year parallel admission: Minimum 4-year degree (240 ECTS / 120 US credits) or a 3-year Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of professional experience in the same field
French language tests
TCF or TEF: B2, C1
DALF: C1
DELF: B2
English language tests
TOEFL: 70-80 minimum
Level B2
IELTS: 5.5
Duolingo: 105
How does the academic program at EFAP work?
EFAP’s academic program combines theoretical courses, group projects, and internship periods in the communication field. Students are assessed through continuous evaluation and must earn 60 ECTS credits per academic year—validated through semester exams—to progress to the next level.
What is the minimum English level required to access EFAP’s Full English and International programs?
To join EFAP’s Full English and International programs, students must demonstrate an English proficiency equivalent to level B2.
What communication skills do students acquire by the end of the EFAP program?
By the end of the communication program, EFAP students develop the following skills:
- Mastery of communication strategies
- Event project management
- Design and production of audiovisual content
- Press and media relations management
- Digital marketing skills
- Ability to analyse and understand market trends
- Ability to work in a team and manage teams
- Intercultural communication skills
These skills prepare students to excel across the various fields of communication.
What career opportunities are available after graduating from EFAP’s communication and marketing school?
EFAP graduates can pursue a wide range of careers in the communication field, such as:
- Communications Officer
- Press Relations Manager
- Event Project Manager
- Community Manager
- Digital Communication Consultant
- Strategic Planner
- Marketing Manager
- Press Officer
- Director of Communication
- Media Planner
These roles reflect the diversity of EFAP’s specializations and the many professional opportunities available to students.
Why choose to study in France?
Studying in France means benefiting from internationally recognised education, a rich cultural environment, and a dynamic lifestyle. Paris—a global capital of creativity, luxury, media, and communication—offers students privileged access to leading companies, major events, and a strong professional network.
By joining EFAP, international students immerse themselves in a unique ecosystem: internships, professional meetings, real-world projects, and cultural experiences shape their journey. This environment allows them to gain valuable international experience while developing a solid understanding of the European communication industry.
What are the different internship periods?
The internship periods are as follows:
- 1st year: 2-month internship, from April to the end of May
- 2nd year: 3-month internship, from February to the end of April
- 3rd year: 4-month internship, from October to the end of January
- 4th year: 6-month internship, from January to the end of June or from September to the end of February
- 5th year: 6-month internship, from April/May to the end of September/October