Halfway between Paris and Lille (less than an hour by train from each), two hours from Brussels, three hours from Maastricht, four hours from Amsterdam and five hours from London, Amiens is at the heart of Europe. It is north of Paris; Amiens is the capital of the Picardie region and has a population of 130,000.  As a central point in this region, it has numerous cultural, economic and industrial advantages. Formerly called Samarobriva (a bridge over the river Somme), it has always played a key role in the history of our country. It was heavily scarred by the Second World War and has had to rise from the ashes to occupy its rightful place: a town in the city where it’s really nice to live, home to Amienois who are proud of their cultural heritage, who move with the times and live in the 21st century.

Where is the Groupe Sup de Co located in Amiens?

  The Groupe Sup de Co is divided into two schools located in the same area:

-The ISAM which offers a bachelor program
-The ESC which offers a master graduate program
The schools are located right in the centre of the town of Amiens next to one of the world’s most beautiful cathedrals, a source of natural inspiration for an original educational project.
What is the vocation of the Groupe Sup de Co Amiens Picardie?
The vocation of the ESC Amiens is to train students to become top-level business managers. The training offered by the school prepares students to realize strong ambitions.
It is based on:

The positions held by former students show their ability to put into practice a whole combination of management techniques, to contribute to the development of businesses and to evolve rapidly towards management positions.

Are the programs offered at Groupe Sup de Co Amiens Picardie nationally recognized?

The ESC Amiens Picardie is recognized by the State and its degree is approvedby the Ministry of Education. It is a member of the ‘Chapitre de la Conférence des Grandes Ecoles’ (the French national accreditation body of the Schools of Management) which brings together the best French schools. The school also belongs to the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) which federates the top European institutions of management teaching.

What kind of relations does Groupe Sup de Co hold with the international community?

As a member of several international networks, the ESC Amiens Picardie cooperates with close to 250 partner universities throughout the whole world. The international openness of the training is the result of a combination of complementary arrangements:
-The possibility for students to carry out a period of study abroad for a semester or a year.
-The presence in Amiens of many students from foreign partner universities.
-The quality of exchanges between professors and the proportion of management teaching given in foreign languages.

-The carrying out of work experience or assignments for businesses abroad.
 

What should I know about my school credits and the European transfer of these credits?

The European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) applies to European students only.

ECTS, the European Credit Transfer System was developed by the Commission of the European Union in order to provide common procedures to guarantee the academic recognition of studies carried out abroad. It thus allows academic results to be measured and compared and to be transferred from one institution to another.
The system is based on the principle of mutual trust between the institutions participating in the programme. The institutions must meet four conditions in order to participate in ECTS: the creation of an information package (describing the courses available at the institution), the creation of a learning agreement (between the home and the host institutions), the allocation of credits and the transcript of records. 

ECTS credits:

ECTS credits are allocated to course units according to their relative importance. One year of study represents 60 credits. These credits reflect the total quantity of work which the student should carry out (lectures, seminars, personal work, exams or other assessment activities).
ECTS credits are allocated to courses and are awarded to students who successfully complete their courses by passing the examinations or other assessments. The autonomy and responsibility of institutions must be preserved regarding all decisions relative to students’ achievements, without modifying existing course structures and assessment methods.
Work placements and optional courses which are an integral part of the programme of study are allocated credits. If they are not an integral part of the course they are not allocated credits. They can nevertheless be mentioned in the transcript of records.

What is the ECTS grading scale?

The ECTS grading scale has been developed to help institutions translate the grades achieved by ECTS students in the host institutions. The ECTS grading scale provides additional information about the grades awarded to the student by the institution in which they are studying; this grading scale in no way replaces the local grading system. Decisions on how to apply the ECTS grading scale are made by the higher education institutions themselves.

How does the crediting system work for International (ERASMUS) students?

Students participating in the ECTS program receive credits if they successfully complete the programme of study in any of the partner institutions participating in the ECTS. They can transfer these credits from one participating institution to another based on a prior agreement as to the contents of the study programme abroad between the students and the institutions concerned.
The student must sign the learning agreement 2 to 3 weeks after his/her arrival so that he/she can judge if the modules chosen correspond to his/her expectations and to his/her level of study. Any changes must be made in agreement with the 2 departmental coordinators within this time limit.
Most students participating in ECTS study for a limited period in only one host institution belonging to a country which is a member of the European Union and then return to their home institution. However some may decide to stay in the host institution to obtain a degree or even move to another institution to continue their studies.
In each of these three cases, the student must submit to the legal and institutional rules of the host country.


What types of grants are available for ERASMUS students?

The students chosen to participate in the ECTS programme may be awarded a travel grant if they fulfil the general eligibility conditions for ERASMUS grants as follows:

• The student must be a member of an EU member state or of an EFTA country (or recognized as having an official refugee or permanent resident status).
• Students from EFTA countries must be eligible within the ERASMUS framework and must go to an EU member state.
• EFTA citizens enrolled as students in an institution participating in the ECTS programme in other EFTA countries or in state members of the Community are only eligible to participate in ECTS on the condition that they have established a right of permanent residence.

Please note that students are exempt from tuition fees in their host institution. They are however obliged to continue to pay their tuition fees in their home institution during their study period abroad.
The national grant which the student may be entitled to in his home institution cannot be reduced or interrupted during his stay in another member state and during which he receives an ERASMUS grant.


Do Europeans citizens need a special permit to enter France?

You can enter France with your ID without any specific formalities.


How do non-European citizens go about obtaining a permit to enter France?

BEFORE DEPARTURE

 What should I bring for luggage?

The plane ticket usually allows the transportation of two suitcases. However you should check the acceptable weight and size with your flight company.


 What should I pack in my luggage?

The climate in Amiens is similar to that in Paris.
September: the weather is mild at the end of summer, around 15°C
October, November, December: rainy, between 0° and 15°C
End of December, January, February: dry and cold, between –5 and 5°C
End of February, March, beginning of April: rainy with some sunny spells, between 0 and 15°C
The good weather doesn’t usually arrive until April/May, 15 to 20°C and 20 to 30°C in summer.
As Amiens is situated on high ground it is windier than in Paris and temperatures are lower. You should thus bring clothes that will be suitable for autumn and spring and warm for winter – without forgetting the essential umbrella!
A rucksack (backpack) can come in handy, especially if you wish to travel (Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain…).


 Will the customs be confiscating anything from my luggage?

 When you are coming to France for the first time you can bring or dispatch personal belongings. However some goods/objects may be forbidden or authorised in limited quantity only. It is thus important to make inquiries before leaving.

ARRIVING IN FRANCE

 When I am arriving by plane, what are the next steps to get to Amiens?

Arriving by plane, you will get to France via one of these airports:

1/ Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport

You should :

2/ Orly Airport

If you are travelling by plane and arriving in Orly you can:

3/ Paris-Beauvais Tillé  Airport

The airport of Beauvais is the closest to Amiens (60km only).
If you are travelling by plane and arriving in Beauvais:
Take a shuttle from the Airport to the Train Station of Beauvais for 4 Euros to take a train for Amiens

Here is the link to see the timetable of Paris-Beauvais Tillé airport bus: www.cabaro.info
Steps to help find the bus schedule on the website:
www.cabaro.info

• Les horaires de nos lignes
• Toutes les lignes (cliquez ici pour accéder à la liste complète des lignes)
• Réseau interurbain cabaro
• Beauvais-Amiens 30 E
• Téléchargez la fiche horaire de la ligne

What are the main train lines when arriving by train?

Two main train lines run from the Gare du Nord in Paris to Amiens:

Do NOT FORGET to validate your train ticket in the yellow boxes before getting on the train otherwise you could incur a fine.  (« compostez vos billets »)

 When arriving by car what are the main roads leading to Amiens?

 How will I communicate if I don’t speak french ?

In most big cities in France you will be able to find someone who speaks English and is willing to answer your questions. Tourism offices and information centers are employing more English-speaking staff in France. Here are a few key phrases to help you get your message across in French in case an English-speaking person is hard to find.


Sentences to help you communicate in French

-‘’I would like a ticket for Amiens please.’’
‘’J’aimerais un billet pour Amiens s’il vous plaît.’’

-‘’Where can I find a washroom?’’
‘’Où sont les toilettes?’’

-‘’How do I call a taxi?’’
‘’Comment puis-je appeler un taxi?’’

-‘’Could I buy a calling card?’’ (to make international calls)
‘’Est-ce que je pourrais acheter une carte d’appel téléphonique pour des appels internationaux?’’

-‘’Could I buy a calling card to make calls in France?’’ (from a phone booth)
‘’Est-ce que je pourrais acheter une carte d’appel pour les cabines téléphoniques locales?’’

-‘’How do I get here?’’ (Pointing at a map for example)
‘’Comment puis-je me rendre ici?’’

-‘’How much does this cost?’’ (pointing at an object for example)
‘’Combien est-ce que ça coûte?’’

-‘’Could you please tell me what time it is?’’
‘’Pourriez-vous me dire l’heure s’il vous plaît?’’

-“Where is the station please?”
“Où est la gare s’il vous plait?”

-“Where is the RER station, please?”
“Où est la gare RER, s’il vous plait ? 

-“I’m looking for the platform number 5, please.”
 « Je cherche le quai numéro 5, s’il vous plait. »


 What kind of transport operates in Amiens?

Buses

in Amiens run well and respect the timetables posted in the bus shelters.
You can take a bus by buying a ticket from the driver for each journey, or, you can invest in a monthly bus pass:
With your student card, provided by the school’s International Relations Service you can go to the AMETIS, 10, place Alphonse Fiquet (place de la gare d’Amiens) where you can ask for a monthly ticket which costs about 22 euros.
You should take two passport photos.
This card allows you to use any of the buses in town.
Conveniently, the school is located in the city center and everything is at a walking distance while living in the accommodation provided by the school.

Train (http://www.sncf.fr)

France and Europe have an extensive railway network which will allow you to get around almost anywhere at a very reasonable price and often faster than flying.
Note that if you intend to travel by train in France during your semester with us I recommend you to buy the “12-25 card” which costs € 50 and gives you between 25 and 50% off any train for a year. You just need your ID and passport photo to get the card.
You can get the card at the SNCF train ticket counter at the airport and benefit from the discount on your first trip.
If you live outside Europe, you can get a Eurorail pass which offers great deals on trains in Europe.

How will I know if someone will be able to meet me when I get to Amiens?

As soon as you have booked and confirmed your plane, bus or train ticket, you should let the department of International Relations of Groupe Sup de Co Amiens Picardie know about your date of arrival as well as an estimated time of arrival to Amiens.
On the day of your arrival to France it is important that you either call us or send us an email communicating that you have arrived and also informing us of how you intend to get to Amiens and at what time. With that information, we can arrange for a member of the International Student Association or a member of our office to greet you.

 Will I be able to travel during my stay in Amiens?

Being very close to Paris, access to European countries is easy by train or by place. There is a budget airline called Ryan Air who is based in Beauvais, near Amiens, where you will be able to find cheap flights in Europe.
Note that if you intend to travel by train in France during your semester with us I recommend you to buy the “12-25 card” which costs € 50 and gives you between 25 and 50% off any train for a year. You just need your ID and passport photo to get the card. You can get the card at the train ticket counter at the airport and benefit from the discount on your first trip. 

What should I know about credit cards, debit cards and bank accounts?

When you arrive in France, you will notice that the French make extensive use of checks. Checks drawn from foreign institutions are rarely accepted by merchants and you may have to open a French bank account to use checks as a type of payment. International students may open a bank account in France.
Major credit cards (such as Visa and MasterCard) are accepted by most merchants for payments in excess of 15 Euros. ATM’s are widely available in cities, though they may cost as much as 2-3 Euros for each transaction. However, ATMs are a cost-reducing way to change your money to Euros; it is advisable to use ATMs to avoid high conversion costs that you get in banks or change.


What should I do about accommodation?

You will have filled in the accommodation form before arrival, so the school will organize an accommodation for you unless you stipulate otherwise. Most of the student flats are very close to the school, and you will most likely be sharing with other international students.


How much is the rent?

The average price is between 350 and 400 Euros, all included (electricity, water, internet). The accommodation will be reserved for a period, for example from September to January or January till the end of May, so that even if you leave earlier you will still be required to pay until the end of the period. You will be asked to pay one month's rent and one month's deposit upon arrival.

How will I find the flats?

When you arrive, you will be picked up from Amiens train station by the International Student Association (BDI) and they will take you to the International Office where you will meet Christophe CRABOT, Brigitte ACUNA, or Laurence Guy. They will give you your key and a welcome kit, then the BDI will take you to your accommodation.

What facilities are there in the flats?

The flats are furnished, with basic kitchen equipment and utensils. Most of them have two hobs and some have a grill-oven, a microwave, a fridge but do not have toasters or dishwashers. You may want to invest in some equipment if you wish to, maybe with the person/people you will be sharing the flat with. The rooms are not supplied with bed linen, so you are advised to bring your own or to buy them when you get here. All the rooms are provided with blankets and pillows. The flats do not have washing machines; there are Laundromats within walking distance from the flats. They are reasonably priced and equipped with both washing machines and tumble dryers.

Is there Internet connection in the flats?

All the flats are equipped with the internet. You will simply need to configure your laptop to access it.

Cost of Living in Amiens

To live normally in France a student has to have at least 800 Euros per month at his disposal (including rent). This sum will be higher if the student wishes to travel.

Is a budget important for my stay?

It is always a good idea to prepare a budget for your stay. Include rent, utilities and food costs into your monthly budget. You will also need to set aside money for going out, travelling, shopping and emergencies.

Currency: the monetary unit in France is the Euro which divides into 100 centimes. There are coins of 1 and 2 Euros and of 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 centimes. There are also 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 notes.

Health in France

What if I become sick in France?

All hospitals have an emergency room that is open 24 hours a day. Physicians and pharmacies are on call nights and weekends.
The renowned French system of health insurance reimburses a portion of participants' medical expenses in return for a mandatory annual contribution of 192 Euros. Student group health plans are available to cover all or part of that portion of your medical bills that is not covered by the basic national system. Premiums for such supplemental coverage start at 110 Euros per year.

The French health-care system is one of the best in the world. The level of care in French hospitals is of very high quality, and universal insurance makes care available to everyone



As an international student, how will I be able to obtain care?

Students, in particular, enjoy ready access to medical services and preventive care.
To be eligible for the national student health plan, students must be under 28 and enrolled in a participating institution of higher education. Students 28 and older can obtain a special health insurance, the "CMU".
Everyday problems: students are free to choose a doctor: set up in private surgeries. The cost of a visit to a General Practionner is about 22 euros and 28 euros for a specialist. The fees of some doctors can be higher: make inquiries with the secretary when making an appointment. The choice of a dentist is also up to the student.

Medication: All medication is dispensed in pharmacies, mainly on medical prescription (except for aspirin, syrups, etc.).

Emergencies: In case of extreme emergency call the SAMU, which is the mobile emergency medical service (Tel.: 15) or the fire brigade (Tel.: 18)., 112 on a mobile phone.

Reimbursement of medical and pharmaceutical fees

If you have an E128 form you should go to
To the Caisse Primaire d’Assurance Maladie
8, Place Louis Sellier – 80000 AMIENS
From Monday to Friday 8am /6 pm.
Tél: 0 820 904 111

How can I be reimbursed for medical expenses?

In order to receive the reimbursement allocated by the Sécurité Sociale (Health Insurance)
In other cases you should claim reimbursement for your medical expenses from your insurance policy in your home country.


How can I make sure to be in good physical health before I leave for France?

It is advisable to have a medical check-up before you arrive in France. You will find that the damp weather in October/November can provoke a number of bad coughs and colds. You would be advised to bring adequate medicine with you.


Where do I go to buy medication?

Pharmacies are open during the day, but at nights and week-ends you have to go to the « Hôtel de Police” (police station), rue du Marché Lanselles, Tél: 03 22 71 53 00. to have the name and address of the pharmacy on duty ( pharmacie de garde).

What are the emergency numbers in Amiens?

Emergency services                                       17
Fire brigade                                                      18
SAMU                                                                 15
(Mobile emergency medical service)
Southern hospital                                          03 22 45 60 00
Jules Verne clinic                                            03 22 33 40 40
Police station                                                   03 22 53 68 00
SOS ambulance                                               03 22 44 52 00
SOS médecin                                                    03 22 52 00 00
(Emergency medical service)


How do I call France from abroad?

How do I go about dialling foreign phone numbers in France?

To reach the international line
Dial 00 + the country’s code + your telephone number.

International Inquiries: 32 12 or 118
www.appel118.fr or call 12

What about phones?

You can call abroad either from a mobile phone (very expensive), from a home line or with a phone card you can buy at the “Tabac” shops. Getting a mobile phone is fairly easy. If your phone is contracted in your home country it may be blocked against some foreign operators, so you may have to get a new phone. If your phone accepts SIM-cards from other operators, you can just walk into a telephone shop and buy one for about 30 euros. There are 4 different suppliers in France, Orange, SFR and Bouygues, they all offer pay-as-you -go phone cards. To get a fixed phone line, you'll have to go to France Telecom to get one set up. This will be cheaper if you share the cost with you flat mate. You will get the line for half price if you show them your student card (26€ instead of 52€). In addition to this there will be a monthly cost to use the line, plus the cost of the time you use the line. They also have special offers for calling abroad, which will be worth asking about. The phone cards are a good way to get minutes to call foreign numbers. You can call with them at public phones by calling the number at the back of the card and keying in its secret code. You can get a card for 7,50 euros or 15 euros. You get more minutes for some cards than others, so it is worth comparing the prices when you buy. Of course, you will be able to skype with the internet connection in your flat.

Here are some useful words to be understood in French :

Arrival: Arrivée                                                                                               Departure: départ      
Exit: sortie                                                                                                        One way ticket: billet aller simple
Return ticket: billet aller retour                                                               Subway, underground: metro (also RER).
Map: plan, carte                                                                                            Discount: réduction
Bank account reference number: RIB, relevé d’identité bancaire.
PIN: code secret                                                                            Bank statement: relevé bancaire.
Rent: loyer                                                                                                       Deposit: caution.
To open an account: ouvrir un compte.
Bank holidays: jours fériés                                                                        Office: bureau
Emergency: urgences

Doctor: docteur, mèdecin                                                                         Dentist: dentiste
Laboratory: laboratoire                                                                              Tests: analyses
To have an X-ray: faire une radio
To have an operation: se faire opérer

To take an appointment: prendre un rendez-vous.
Waiting room: salle d’attente                                                                  Prescription: ordonnance.
Drops: gouttes                                                                                               Tablets : comprimés                      Syrup: sirop
Can you help me? pouvez-vous m’aider?.
Thank you very much: merci beaucoup                               You are welcome : je vous en prie.
Mr: monsieur                                                                                                  Mrs: madame.  Miss: mademoiselle.
I’d like some information about : j’aimerais des renseignements sur.
Can I ?, Could I ? Puis-je, pourrais-je?
I’ve got a headache : j’ai mal à la tête.
I’ve got a pain in my stomach: j’ai mal à l’estomac.
I’ve got a fever : j’ai de la fièvre.
Supermarket: supermaché                                                                      
Bakery: boulangerie.
Laundry: laverie
Bookstore: librairie

I’m looking for..: je cherche.

Where to eat in Amiens…For cheap?

University restaurants are a fixture of student life in France. The prices are low: a complete meal costs just 2.80 Euros. Anyone with a valid student ID card can use any of the 450 university restaurants found throughout France. Some are open nights and on weekends. France's university restaurants are managed by CROUS.
You can also get a good meal in the many cafés and restaurants you'll find in every French city. Prices for a complete meal (appetizer, entrée, and dessert) range from 10 Euros to astronomical sums in 3-star "temples of French gastronomy" such as Alain Ducasse, Paul Bocuse, and Bernard Loiseau. Between these two extremes you will find many friendly establishments serving very good food.
If your residence has cooking facilities, you should explore the food stores in your area. You'll find small neighborhood shops, supermarkets, and open-air markets. And no matter where you live in France, you won't be far from a bakery where you can buy baguettes and croissants.


What about drinking? 

Wine is an institution in France. You may be familiar with the grands crûs of Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Côtes du Rhône, but there are many other wine regions, including the Loire Valley, Alsace, and southern France. Wine is enjoyed among friends, with a good meal, and in moderation.
You can order wine in a café, but, as the name implies, cafés specialize in coffee. Some terminology may be in order: in France, a restaurant serves meals, a brasserie meals and hot and cold drinks, and a café mostly drinks.


Any restaurant recommendations?

Here are a few, which are good and fit well into a student budget :
-Le Hocquet, Le moulin de St Leu : sandwiches, salads, paninis, etc….
-MacDonald, Quick, Steak Easy, Pizza Hut, etc….. : American cuisine, hamburgers, pizzas
La Soupe à Cailloux (16 rue des Bondes): traditional cuisine
La Table Picarde : regional cuisine
Le Resto U (university restaurant), the Saint Leu, rue Vanmarcke (5 minutes on foot from the school): traditional food, snacks

Opening times: from 11:30am to 1:15pm
From 6:30pm to 8pm
For other restaurants you can consult the brochure “Where to eat, where to sleep in Amiens” and make inquiries among your French colleagues.


Does the school have its own library?

The school has a resource centre which puts the main international newspapers and magazines at the students’ disposal.
It is located on the 2nd floor of the Espace Cathédrale.
The multimedia libraries are open from Monday to Friday from 8am to 7pm
Multimedia room 1: ground floor of the Espace Cathédrale
Multimedia room 2: 1st floor of the Espace Cathédrale
Multimedia room 3: 3rd floor of the Espace Somme
Your student card entitles you to use the Picardie University Library of Economics and Management (located 50 meters from the school). The opening hours are:
Monday – Tuesday – Wednesday – Friday: from 9am to 6pm
Thursday: from 10am to 7pm


What is there to do in town when we have free time?

Cinemas

The town has two Cinemas;

• Ciné St Leu: in the heart of the St Leu quarter, 5 rue Plumette
  Tel : 03 22 91 61 23
  
  Gaumont Amiens 3 boulevard de Belfort (next to the train station)
  Tél : 03 22 91 54 47
  

The school’s « CINE CLUB » is run by students from the Ciné Qua Non association. You can rent a lot of DVDs for only 3 Euros a year.

Theatres

Museums

Sporting Activities in Amiens

Leisure (Cabarets – Cafés – Concerts)

Nightclubs, Bars, dancing
As the school is located in a very dynamic district of the city, it has a lot to offer to students… The student union and the International student association are very active, holding union nights once or twice a week and organizing events.

 Useful Addresses

CAF DE LA SOMME                                        9 boulevard Maignan Larivière
(Welfare office)                                              Tel : 03 22 97 45 45

COMMISSARIAT DE POLICE        1 rue du marché de Lanselles
(Police station)                                Tel : 03 22 71 53 00

CROUS AMIENS CENTRE                          Résidence de la Hotoie
(Students’ welfare office)                          10, rue de la Hotoie
                                                                  Tel : 03 22 71 24 84 / 03 22 71 24 85

GARE ROUTIERE                                              Rue de la Vallée
(Coach station)                                Tel : 03 22 92 27 03

MAIRIE                                                place de l’Hôtel de Ville
(Town hall)                                                        Tel : 03 22 97 40 40

OFFICE DU TOURISME                  Place de la Cathédrale
(Tourist Office)                                Tel : 03 22 71 60 50

PREFECTURE                                     51 rue de la république
                                                                  Tel : 03 22 97 80 80

AMETIS                                                               10 place Alphonse Fiquet
(Amiens buses)                                               Tel : 03 22 71 40 00
TAXIS                                                                   2 passage Alphonse Fiquet
                                                                  Tel : 03 22 91 30 03


Here are some useful websites:

www.edufrance.fr
www.legifrance.gouv.fr
www.infotrafic.com
www.crous-amiens.fr (CROUS, 24, rue St-Leu AMIENS).
www.planeterasmus.net
www.socrates-leonardo.fr
www.ameli.fr (assurance maladie en ligne).
www.filsantejeunes.com
www.laposte.fr
www.pagesjaunes.fr
www.paris.fr
www.touteleurope.fr
www.ign.fr
www.lagenda.com
www.egide.asso.fr
www.elysee.fr
www.assemblee-nat.fr
www.meteo.fr

Glossary

ADP : Aéroports de Paris (Paris Airports)
AER : Action en Environnement Réel
APL : Aide Personnalisée au Logement (housing benefit)
ATE : Action de Terrain Encadrée( « hands-on » exercise »)
BP :   Boîte Postale (P.O. Box)
CAF : Caisse d’Allocations Familiales (family allowance office)
CPAM : Caisse Primaire d’Assurance Maladie (Department of Health office)
CROUS : Centre Régional des Œuvres Universitaires et Scolaires (students’ welfare office)
RER : Réseau Express Régional (rapid-transit train service between Paris and the suburbs)
RN : Route Nationale (main road/A road/trunk road)
SAMU : Service d’Aide Médicale d’Urgence (mobile emergency medical service)
SEMTA : Société d’Economie Mixte des Transports Amiénois (Amiens bus society)
TGV : Train Grande Vitesse (high speed train)
TOEIC : Test of English for International Communication
TOEFL : Test of English as a Foreign Language
PCIE : Passeport de Compétences Informatiques Européen ( European computer proficiency test)

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