Hi everyone

I’m from Algeria and I’m considering enrolling in a private school here that offers a BTS + Bachelor from the FEDE (Fédération Européenne des Écoles). The total cost is around 50 million DZD (about €3,000), which is a huge investment for me.

Now, I understand that FEDE is not a state, recognized university system, the diploma is not officially part of the EQF, EHEA, or RNCP frameworks in Europe. But the school claims that “some organizations” and “some countries” do accept it.

I’m aware this means it’s not recognized by public universities or government institutions in Europe, but I’m wondering:
Is this diploma actually useful in real life?
Will it help me immigrate? Can I use it to get a job abroad or study further in Europe (even in private institutions)? Or is it just an expensive piece of paper?

If anyone has personal experience with FEDE diplomas (especially from North Africa), or if you know someone who managed to use it for work or immigration, please let me know.

Thanks in advance, I’m just trying to make the best decision with limited options and resources.


2 comments

  1. I’ve never heard of this and wouldn’t consider any university if they’re not state accredited. Not even for free.

  2. This is not uncommon for some schools not to be recognised but (in Belgium at least) the diploma is not usable for state jobs. Nor is it usable to go to recognised schools after. A lot of people regret their choice to go to those schools, generally more expensive (it changes when you are not an EU citizen of course)with less options in the end.

    From little I know, private diplomas are “recommended” by some reputable organisations but the companies doesn’t have to follow the recommendation and given the possible abundance of people with state recognised diplomas (depending on the field), it is probably not a wise move except maybe after looking for companies hiring directly from the school and field you want to study in. Then the salary can be different from what you could expect with a “real” diploma on the same level.

    Rules for student visa differ depending on where you want to go Generally an inscription is needed before moving in and the treatment of the visa can be very long if it’s not for a recognised school. You also need to prove you have enough money to live where you will study.

    Hope you find someone with more experience on the subject to help you. Have you tried to contact a few people (on LinkedIn for example) from those schools? Students or recently graduated. It takes only one good soul answering to you to have a better understanding of what your options are.

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