"Label International": add an international dimension to your studies !
Obtaining the international label is a way to promote your language skills, intercultural openness and your time spent abroad – an invaluable addition to your resume!
The Label is awarded at two levels, which can be validated separately. Three criteria must be satisfied to obtain the Label:
| Level 1 | Level 2 | |
| Intercultural module | +/- 24hrs | +/- 24hrs |
| International mobility | 2 consecutive months min. | 1 semester min. |
| Foreign language certification | B2 min.* | C1 min.* |
* Based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL)
More information on language proficiency levels
How to get the label
There are two ways to validate your level of foreign language proficiency:
- Obtain a language certification (CLES B2, CLES C1, TOEFL, BULATS, DELE, TELC – list non-exhaustive) Warning, the OLS and eLAO tests are not certifications.
- With a foreign language diploma (Foreign and Regional Languages, Literatures and Civilisations; Applied Foreign Languages; Languages and Societies): a bachelor’s degree achieves at least level B2, while a master’s or doctorate are worth at least level C1.
The Language Centre (CRL) of the University of Lille can help you obtain various types of language certification (in french).
To obtain the label, you must prove that you have spent time abroad. This could be a study period, traineeship or other mobility period.
The University of Lille’s international mobility department can offer you support in preparing your international mobility project (exchange programmes).
The employment and traineeship office at the University of Lille can offer advice on how to find a traineeship abroad. For international students, studies or traineeships completed in their home country are not eligible.
The curriculum for some courses at the University of Lille includes intercultural modules that can be used to obtain the international label, check on our course list. To validate these, you must have validate the relevant teaching component. If you have never taken these modules, we invite you to take part in sessions held each year. Courses are conducted in English. These modules are a good way to prepare for your overseas mobility.
Brand New ! You can now customize your intercultural module. Check our brochure for more information on the Intercultural Blend.
Questions & Answers
You must be registered at the University of Lille in at least your second year of a bachelor’s degree or technological diploma. The label can be acquired up to PhD level.
Apply online via the “Travel abroad” application on the ENT platform. You can validate the 3 criteria (indicated in the table above) at any time during your university course.
Choose from the following session dates:
- Intensive session: 02-06 June 2025 (on the premises of the University, limited space, registration required)
- Weekly sessions: from the 14th of September to the 19th of October 2024 (6 Saturday mornings from 9am to 12pm)
If you wish to register for this module, you must contact us before september 6 for the weekly sessions:
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Intensive session of June 2025 :
| Day | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Monday 02/06/2025 | 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm |
| Thuesday 03/06/2025 | 9.15am-11.45am and 1pm-3.30pm |
| Wednesday 04/06/2025 | 9.15am-11.45am and 1pm-3.30pm |
| Thursday 05/06/2025 | Self-guided course |
| Friday 06/06/2025 | 9am-12pm |
Get in touch with us and we will help you finalise your application.
Program coordinator:
Kristyna Matysova, kristyna.matysovaarobaseuniv-lillepointfr- Administration, information, and application:
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Be an Ambassador: Represent the University abroad
This ambassador program is for students from the University of Lille who wish to study abroad for a semester or a whole academic year.
As an Ambassador at the University of Lille
- You promote and inspire other students to go on mobility ;
- You share moments, memories or advices from your mobility ;
- You proudly represent the University of Lille in your host country ;
- You join the university ambassadors community to exchange and share moments from your mobility.
Discover our ambassadors' stories
Follow their adventures on our Instagram and discover their stories, advice and tips on International exchanges.
Missions has an ambassador
During your mobility
During your mobility
In your role as an ambassador for the University of Lille, you'll have to complete several missions during your mobility:
- Manage a blog, a social network account or a video channel dedicated to your mobility;
- Share pictures of your mobility;
- Write a tips and deals collection : what you need to know about the host university, the city, or the country of my mobility. This could include travel routes, sights, recommended restaurants, tips for daily life, etc;
- Represent and/or promote the University of Lille during an international event at the host university. Presentation materials will be sent to you to carry out that mission ;
- Participate in the "Tell me about your mobility" online event during International Student Week (mid-November).
You will be able to choose from a non-exhaustive list of missions the ones that suit you the best!
Any other original idea to promote your mobility will be strongly encouraged and supported by the International Relations Department.
After your mobility
You may also be given other assignments on your return from mobility. These will inspire potential future mobility students to try the aventure :
- Participate in the organisation of the International Student Week as an ambassador;
- Participate in a CafÉrasmus organised on one of the University of Lille campuses;
- Participate in video clips to present your mobility experience (https://international.univ-lille.fr/partir-a-linternational/).
Being an Ambassador of the University of Lille is also a role of knowledge sharing and providing information for future mobility students. We, therefore, ask our student ambassadors to make themselves available in the coming years for future students who might have questions or doubts about their mobility project.
Become an Ambassador
Join the program by logging into the Ulillexplore app or by sending us an e-mail at ulillexplorearobaseuniv-lillepointfr.
Before your departure, you'll receive an Ambassador Kit so you can proudly represent the University of Lille abroad.
Thanks to the UE PE “Be An Ambassador”, your commitment can be recognized with ECTS credits. To confirm your eligibility for the UE PE during your mobility, please contact your faculty.
Be my Buddy : Meet a local student !
What is the Buddy system?
It is a mentoring program which connects international students with local students at the University of Lille to help them prepare for their arrival, welcome them and settle with their life on campus and in Lille.
Joining the Buddy System is:
- A Chance to meet students from all around the world and discover their culture,
- An opportunity to practice a foreign language in real condition,
- A social involvement by helping a student settle at Lille University and in France.
- A rich intercultural experience
Check our guide for mentor and mentee to get the most out of your Be My Buddy experience!
Join the program by connecting to ULillExplore with your ENT credentials, fill in the form and the app will find you a matching buddy. As simple as that!
Get your involvement recognized
The bonus of this adventure ? Your commitment can be rewarded with ECTS credits by enrolling in the UE PE “Be My Buddy”, available during Fall semester.
By participating in Be My Buddy, you also earn points for obtaining the University of Lille's Label International.