Semester-long French courses:
long-term language immersion

Master French with in-depth training over a semester

Semester-long French courses are an ideal solution for anyone wishing to improve their language skills sustainably. Spanning several months, these programs allow for solid and comprehensive progress in a structured environment, whether academic, professional, or personal.

On average, these courses last 12 weeks, with 150 to 300 hours of instruction, guaranteeing concrete results.

Educational objectives of semester-long courses

● Work on the 5 fundamental skills of French: oral comprehension, written comprehension, written expression, oral expression, and interaction.
● Reinforce essential linguistic foundations: grammar, conjugation, spelling, vocabulary.
● Improve pronunciation and fluency through phonetics workshops.
● Offer learners language autonomy in everyday, academic, or professional contexts.

A structured and intensive format

● Semester intakes (September, October, or January).
● Duration: 8 to 12 weeks depending on the program.
● 10 to 25 hours of classes per week, divided between language, phonetics, and French civilization lectures for some courses.
● Possible enrichment with additional online modules for written and oral expression.
● Possible validation of a complete CEFR level in one semester, depending on commitment.

Who are these courses for?

Semester-long French courses are perfectly suited for:
● Foreign students preparing to enter university or school in France.
● Adults in career transition or expatriates wishing to integrate more easily.
● Professionals working with French-speaking partners.
● Any motivated learner seeking a rigorous and supportive framework to improve their French.

Advantages of semester-long courses

● Significant progress thanks to the duration and number of hours.
● Enhanced teaching support from experienced teachers.
● Regular progress monitoring (continuous assessments, final exams).
● Obtaining a language certificate from the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne, recognized and valuable in an academic or professional application.
● Effective preparation for life in France: studies, employment, integration.

Beyond language: cultural immersion

Some courses include lectures or modules on French civilization, in order to offer a cultural overview of French history, society, arts, or literature. A real added value for international profiles.