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France announces Parcoursup changes for 2027 and replacement in 2028

France’s government announced adjustments to the Parcoursup university admissions platform for 2027 and its replacement in 2028 on 26 October. The measures respond to high school protests.

Courses will be expected to explain their ranking criteria and automated processing more clearly. Applicants should also receive explanations for rejections. The system announced for 2028 remains to be designed: Parcoursup has not been abolished for the next admissions round.

The education package also includes the announced cancellation of 836 planned job cuts in public secondary education and 500 additional teaching posts for high schools. Ministers presented these commitments as a response to overcrowding and academic pressure.

Detailed implementation, budget provisions and changes requiring legislation remain separate steps from the announcement itself.

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