The Diplôme d’Accès aux Études Universitaires (DAEU) is a national diploma equivalent to the French Baccalauréat. It is designed for individuals who do not hold a high school diploma but wish to pursue higher education. Obtaining the DAEU opens doors to universities, allows participation in competitive examinations, development of new skills, and professional advancement. It offers a second chance for adults to re-enter the academic system and build a new future.
The DAEU offers two main pathways: DAEU A, focused on humanities, languages, and social sciences, and DAEU B, focused on science, mathematics, and technology. Students can choose a flexible, 'à la carte' learning path to tailor their studies to their project. The program includes core subjects and elective options.
Candidates must be at least 17 years old and have stopped full-time education prior to the start of the DAEU program. Specific prerequisites for entry are validated through a pre-registration and level tests.
Information on tuition fees and living costs is not provided on the program page. Information regarding financing options is available.
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