key documents typically required for admission to a Bachelor’s degree (Licence / BUT) at Claude Bernard University Lyon?1:

1. High School Diploma and Official Transcripts

You must provide an official copy of your secondary school certificate (e.g., Baccalauréat, IB, A?Levels, or equivalent) and full transcripts. For international applicants, documents should be translated into French or English and officially certified. These confirm you meet the academic entry threshold to start a Licence program.

2. Language Proficiency Certificate

If you’re applying for a French?taught program, a DELF B2 or TCF level?4 (CEFR B2) certificate is required unless you've completed your studies in France or in French. For any English?taught courses, you may need IELTS or TOEFL at C1 level depending on the course

3. Passport or National ID Copy

A clear, valid copy of your passport or national identification is required to verify your identity when applying and for administrative registration after acceptance. International students generally upload this during application.

4. Motivation Letter (Lettre de Motivation)

Although not always mandatory for L1 entry, a motivation letter can strengthen your application— explaining why you chose the program, your goals, and any relevant experience. It’s especially useful if applying via e?candidat or Campus?France.

5. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A CV highlighting your academic background, extracurriculars, projects, internships or language skills is recommended—particularly important if you aim to enter selective programs or show motivation beyond grades

6. Campus France / Parcoursup Application Confirmation

Depending on your nationality and origin of your diploma:

EU/EEA/Swiss applicants use Parcoursup from mid?January to March.

Non?EU applicants, often via Campus?France (CEF), submit a DAP dossier (October–December) and upload acceptance on e?candidat. This officially logs your admission pathway