Lifelong learning at the University of Strasbourg
Ready to return to study or develop your skills? The University of Strasbourg offers over 900 continuing education programmes to meet your needs, from national diplomas (diplômes d'état) and university diplomas (diplômes d'université) to short courses.
The Continuing Education Office (Service Formation Continue – SFC) provides tailored solutions for every learner and supports you in planning and achieving your professional developments goals.
Explore continuing education programmes and how to return to study
Discover what’s on offer
The training courses offered by the Continuing Education Office cover more than 40 fields, such as health, management, innovation, IT, chemistry and the environment.
Explore the different fields of study at the University of Strasbourg
Get certified
To get your experience and skills formally recognised, the University of Strasbourg offers four options.
Recognition of Prior Learning (Validation des acquis de l'expérience – VAE)
The VAE allows you to obtain a qualification that corresponds to the skills and experience you have gained through work.
Learn more about the Recognition of Prior Learning (Validation des acquis de l'expérience)
Recognition of Higher Education (Validation des études supérieures – VES)
The VES allows you to obtain a qualification that reflects the skills and knowledge gained through higher education studies completed in France (as part of a non-degree programme) or abroad, without needing to return to formal education.
To apply for the Validation des études supérieures, contact the Academic Administration Office (scolarité) of the relevant faculty, school or institute and download the VES application form.
Recognition of Prior Studies (Validation d'acquis d'études)
Recognition of Prior Studies (Validation d'acquis d'études or intégration d’études) allows you to have previous studies completed in France or abroad recognised when they are related to the qualification you wish to obtain.
In most cases, you must apply for Recognition of Prior Studies through eCandidat at the same time as your university application. For more information, contact the Academic Administration Office (scolarité) of the relevant faculty, school or institute.
Recognition of Personal and Professional Experience (Validation des acquis professionnels et personnels –VAPP)
The VAPP allows students in both initial and continuing education to have professional, personal or voluntary experience gained in France or abroad recognised when it is relevant to the qualification they are aiming for.
If you are an employee, on training leave or registered as a jobseeker and wish to apply for the VAPP, contact the Continuing Education Office.
If you are in another situation (student, taking a break from studies, retired, caring for family members, etc.), your chosen faculty, school or institute can handle your VAPP application. Submit your application through eCandidat or contact the Academic Administration Office (scolarité) of the relevant faculty, school or institute.