Learn French by immersing yourself in French-speaking culture

Cultural discovery as an element of language learning

Language and culture, an inseparable link

When you set out to learn a foreign language, it’s not just about acquiring language skills, but also about immersing yourself in the culture that accompanies it. France is famous for its cultural wealth, which extends from art to cuisine, literature to fashion. Since a discovery of this culture plays a crucial role in learning the French language, a prestigious institution like the Cours de Civilization Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS) closely combines cultural immersion and the development of linguistic skills.

Contextualization

French culture provides an authentic context to the language. It allows learners to understand how french language is used in everyday life, which greatly facilitates their learning. For example, learning French through reading French literature or watching French films allows you to better grasp the nuances and idiomatic expression of the language.

Strengthen the motivation of international students

The discovery of French culture can be a source of motivation for learners. Music, cuisine, visual arts, and other aspects of French culture can spark a deep interest and passion for the language from international students. Learners are more likely to engage in learning when the process goes beyond simple grammatical rules to encompass their interests.

Cultural Understanding

Learning French culture also allows for a better understanding of the country’s social norms, values, and customs. This is essential for communicating effectively with native speakers because the language is embedded in culture and society. It is also a step towards integration for non-French speakers who wish to settle permanently in France.

Improve communication skills

Knowledge of French culture is synonymous with deeper and more authentic communication. Learners who understand cultural references can better interact with French speakers, which can lead to more enriching relationships.

What methods to understand French culture?

Literature and Arts

To integrate French culture into language learning, there are several effective methods, starting with artistic discovery.

French literature, films, music and visual arts offer a fascinating dive into the culture. Reading classic and contemporary French novels or plays, watching French films and listening to French songs is an excellent way to learn the language while discovering the culture

Culture-related courses in french

French culture courses are often offered in addition to language courses. They cover topics such as history, cuisine, fashion, and customs. Participating in such courses can help promote the learning of French. The Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne offer a course devoted to the art market and cultural productions, thus illustrating the link between language, culture and French civilization.

Travel and Immersion

Nothing beats the experience of traveling to France for complete immersion into the culture. Language stays allow learners to experience the language and culture on a daily basis by interacting with native speakers.                                                          Enrolling in an institution such as the CCFS also gives international students the opportunity to immerse themselves in Parisian life, and develop their French skills in the heart of La Sorbonne.

Cultural Exchanges

Cultural exchanges with native speakers or language exchange partners is a good way to share cultural perspectives and practice French language in an authentic context.

CCFS conferences

The Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne pedagogy includes conferences led by specialists in literature, history and art in order to allow international students to perfect their oral understanding of the French language while encouraging true cultural immersion

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Les Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne seront fermés du 21 au 26 décembre puis du 31 décembre au 05 janvier 2025.

Les cours reprendront le 20 janvier à la nouvelle adresse :

7-11 avenue des Chasseurs
75017 Paris

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The Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne will be closed from December 21 to December 26, and again from December 31 to January 5, 2025.

Classes will resume on January 20 at the new address:

7-11 Avenue des Chasseurs
75017 Paris

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Ces programmes courts sont destinés à un public de niveau débutant, élémentaire ou intermédiaire (niveaux A0 à B1).

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They combine French language classes and speaking practice sessions to help students quickly improve their mastery of the French language.

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Le secrétariat sera exceptionnellement fermé le jeudi 6 juin.

The secretariat will be exceptionally closed on Thursday, June 6. 

Dernières places disponibles pour la rentrée d'automne !

Profitez d’une remise exceptionnelle de 20% sur le cours intensif de français S40, les cours S10 et S20 et les cours du soir.

Les inscriptions fermeront le vendredi 13 septembre à minuit.

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Inscription dans la limite des places disponibles.

L’inscription à la session d’automne (rentrée du 16 septembre 2024) est encore possible, sous réserve de places disponibles.

Les étudiants souhaitant s’inscrire sont invités à se rendre directement au bureau des admissions de l’institution, ouvert du lundi au vendredi de 9h30 à 16h30.
Ils doivent s’assurer de disposer d’un visa valide.

L’inscription en ligne pour cette session n’est plus possible sur ce site.

Last spots available for the fall intake

Get an exclusive 20% discount on the intensive French course S40, S10 & S20 courses, and evening classes.

Registration will close on Friday, September 13th, at midnight.

To register:

  • For the S40 course, register on this website using the promo code SEPTEMBRE24.
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  • For S10 & S20 courses, register directly at the institution’s office, open Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

Registration is subject to availability.

Registration for the fall session (starting on September 16, 2024) is still possible, subject to availability.

Students wishing to register are invited to go directly to the institution’s admission office, open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
They must ensure they have a valid visa.

Online registration for this session is no longer available on this website.

Dates des prochains examens TCF

Les prochaines sessions d’examen TCF auront lieu dans les locaux de l’institution aux dates suivantes :

Le 30 janvier et le 27 février :

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