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CCFS

International students: why studying French at the CCFS ?

A century dedicated to teaching French The Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS) were created in 1919 as part of the Robert de Sorbon Foundation, a non-profit association recognized as being of public utility. The institution thus has over a hundred years of experience in the teaching and

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DELF

DELF, DALF or TCF? Which exam should you choose based on your objectives?

   DELF, a diploma for beginners or advanced users of French The DELF, acronym for Diploma in French Language Studies, is an official diploma issued by the French Ministry of National Education (education Nationale). Its main objective is to assess and certify the French language skills of non-French-speaking candidates. Worldly

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Discover Paris

Discover Paris through French literature: your reading guide.

Bel-Ami (Maupassant) In the novel “Bel-Ami” written by Guy de Maupassant, readers are transported to 19th century Paris. The author describes Parisian life in detail, its lively streets, its fashionable salons, and its contrasting neighborhoods.                               

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Learn French

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

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Caroline, professeur aux CCFS

Interview Caroline

Interview with Caroline Hénaut Hello, my name is Caroline Hénaut. What is your professional background? “I have been a teacher of French as a Foreign Language at the CCFS for almost 25 years, and I must say that it’s a true joy. We meet students from all around the world,

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French education

From kindergarten to university: the French education system

The French education system: understanding levels and diplomas. Primary Level – Kindergarten and Elementary Course Since 2019, education is mandatory in France from 3 to 16 years old, and compulsory training from 16 to 18 years old. The French education system begins with primary education, which is divided into two

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Vester, étudiant américain aux CCFS

Interview with Vester Smith

Interview with Vester Smith, Student at the French Civilization Courses of the Sorbonne My name is Vester Smith and I take language courses at the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne. Where are you from? I’m from Arkansas in the United States, Which reasons led you to learn French?

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Le secrétariat sera exceptionnellement fermé le mercredi 17 janvier.

The secretariat will be exceptionally closed on Wednesday, January 17th. 

Information sur la session de printemps 2024

L’inscription à la session de printemps (rentrée du 5 février 2024) est encore possible jusqu’au 2 février, 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.

Information regarding the 2024 spring session

Registration for the spring session (starting on February 5, 2024) is still possible until February 2, 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 :

TCF TP SOS’INSCRIRE
TCF TP SO
+ épreuve orale
S’INSCRIRE
TCF TP SO
+ épreuve écrite
S’INSCRIRE
TCF TP SO completS’INSCRIRE

Le 31 janvier et le 28 février :

TCF IRNS’INSCRIRE