Rachel studied at IPAG Business School for 1 semester, she then completed her work placement with orange Business Services in Paris.<\/p>\n
I did my Erasmus \/ Exchange at IPAG Business School in Nice on the French Riviera.<\/p>\n
Before I left for Nice I was both nervous and excited for the adventure to begin, I was also a little apprehensive about the differences between my new school and SHU.<\/p>\n
I found that lessons and timetables were quite temperamental and always being changed at IPAG unlike Hallam. \u00a0However, the choice of modules were definitely better in France, I was able to study modules that have helped my prospects after graduation, the modules were really engaging and practical.<\/p>\n
Studying with other students on their Erasmus exchange was the best part of the experience; I now have friends from all corners of the world. \u00a0Not only have I leant about the French culture but I have also met people from Mexico, Sweden, Spain, the list goes on….<\/p>\n
Socialising in the South of France is completely different to the UK and even to Paris. \u00a0Being so close to Monaco and Cannes, we spent many nights out there. \u00a0Something I still brag about! \u00a0In Nice itself, most nights out are at bars which I actually prefer as everything is very casual and sociable.<\/p>\n
In terms of support at IPAG, there is an Erasmus co-ordinator, who is very helpful, though a bit slow – to be expected in France. \u00a0IPAG really helps you to integrate with Erasmus students, but you must integrate with native French students off your own back. \u00a0I made a few French friends in Nice, who I am still in contact with but you must push to introduce yourself.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n