What Is Monmaster.gouv?
Comparable to the Parcoursup platform, it gives students centralized access to all the key information on master’s programs according to their criteria and by French public higher education institution.
Just as Parcoursup is dedicated to undergraduate university programs, Monmaster.gouv.fr focuses exclusively on master’s programs.
February 1
Opening of the mon master.gouv.fr platform so that students can find out about programs. Candidates can find career prospects, admission requirements, the number of places available, and the number of applications for master’s programs offered as initial training or work-study.
From March 22 to April 18
Start of choosing programs and submitting application files on the platform.
From April 24
Start of institutions’ responses for work-study master’s programs “until September 30” according to the ministry. The deadline to respond to offers is three days, but from June 25 the deadline drops to 24 hours.
From June 23 to July 21
Responses from institutions to applications for initial training programs. As with work-study programs, students have three days to give their answer.
Application process
To find the Master’s program that best matches your professional aspirations, simply follow these steps:
- Go to the Monmaster.gouv.fr website.
- Select the field of study that interests you.
- Select your level of study (M1 or M2).
- Choose your preferred region and university (optional).
The platform will display a list of Master’s programs matching your search criteria.
Applying Outside the monmaster.gouv Platform
It is possible to apply to 5-year-level programs outside the Monmaster.gouv.fr platform. Many schools, such as IESA, offer Masters in cultural project management, cultural communication, music management and audiovisual & film production/distribution and handle applications directly. In this case, students must apply directly to the school and follow its admission process, which includes a written or oral selection, as well as an interview.
The Advantages of Applying Outside the Platform for IESA
Choosing to apply outside the Monmaster.gouv.fr platform and directly requesting an interview has many advantages:
- You will receive a quick admission response, generally within two weeks.
- If the program allows, you can start your search for a work-study position as soon as possible, for a smoother transition into the professional world.
- You will be supported in your search for a work-study position (coaching, mock interviews, job dating…)
- You will have the opportunity to easily talk with program heads to get answers to all your questions.
Are All Programs Visible on Monmaster.gouv?
No, not all 5-year programs available in France are listed on the monmaster.gouv.fr platform.
This platform only handles the available places in the Masters offered by public institutions or institutions under contract with the public sector, with the aim of distributing places fairly and efficiently.
Why not limit your searches to the platform?
It is essential not to limit yourself to the Monmaster.gouv.fr platform when searching for master’s programs. Indeed, it does not list all available master’s programs, notably those offered by private institutions.
Private schools often take a more career-oriented approach, with programs designed to meet the specific needs of the job market. For example, at IESA, we emphasize practice, a focus on international experience and the acquisition of advanced technical skills.
In addition, private culture schools often offer state-of-the-art resources and facilities that allow students to develop their creative potential in an environment conducive to innovation.
In addition, private schools generally favor smaller class sizes, which allows for closer interaction with teachers and individualized attention for each student. This closeness facilitates exchange and personalized follow-up, offering an enriching and stimulating learning experience.
Finally, private culture schools are often known for their extensive network of industry professionals, company partnerships and internship or work-study opportunities. These close ties with the professional world give students many opportunities to build their network, gain practical experience and boost their future employability.
In short, choosing a private school for culture and art market careers such as IESA can offer students specialized training, quality facilities, personalized attention and concrete opportunities to succeed in the cultural and artistic field.