Learn French with the Language Passports for Beginners
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The Language Passports of the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne (CCFS) are 100% online programs designed to guide you from absolute beginner level to the autonomy required for your personal or professional projects in France.
Whether you simply wish to discover French or need to reach a specific level for a visa or residence permit, our Passports are the first step in your French learning journey.
Why choose the Language Passports?
The CCFS Passports are specially designed for fast, structured, and effective French learning.
- A progressive pathway: start as an absolute beginner (A0 level) with the Passport A1 and progress up to Passport A2, reaching the A2 level required for many administrative procedures in France.
- Flexible online learning: enjoy high-quality teaching wherever you are, through self-paced study or live online classes with our expert instructors.
- Recognized certification: validate your progress and receive an official Certificate or Attestation from the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne, a globally renowned institution.
- France-focused programs: these courses are primarily designed for international students planning a project in France, offering the linguistic tools needed for successful academic and social integration.
Who are our programs for?
The Language Passports are intended for adult beginners in French language learning who hold at least a secondary school diploma.
Whether you are an absolute beginner who has never studied French or a false beginner wishing to strengthen your foundations, our programs are tailored for you.
Basic familiarity with digital tools is recommended to make the most of the online learning experience.
A pathway tailored to your level and goals
Our Passports form a coherent learning journey that helps you master the fundamentals of French and achieve specific objectives.
Passport A1: Your introduction to French through self-study
The Passport A1 is the perfect starting point for complete beginners (strict A0).
This fully online, self-paced 3-month program enables you to acquire essential grammar and vocabulary at your own rhythm.
The goal is to reach a solid foundation to continue toward more advanced levels.
Passport A2: Reach the A2 level required for administrative procedures
The Passport A2 is an intensive 12-week program for learners with some basic knowledge of French (A0(50) to A1).
Structured around live online classes and personalized support, it helps you reach the A2 level often required for a long-stay visa application or residence permit renewal in France.
A modern and interactive learning approach
Our teaching method is based on a communicative approach combined with efficient digital tools to ensure steady progress.
- Comprehensive resources: access online modules, self-correcting exercises, texts, videos, and a mobile app to practice daily.
- Balanced skill development: our programs work equally on comprehension (listening and reading), production (speaking and writing), and interaction.
- Continuous assessment: self-assessments, mid-term tests, and final exams allow you to monitor your progress and officially validate your level at the end of the course.
Ready to begin your French-learning adventure?
Enrollment for the CCFS Passport programs is done entirely online.
Depending on the chosen program, a placement test may be required to confirm your level and guide you toward the most suitable pathway.
Explore our programs in detail and start learning French with the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne!


