Culture
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Beginner French course: February
ILCF offers an intensive French course program over three weeks, designed to develop both oral and written expression and comprehension skills. Open to all levels, these courses take place in February in a learning environment that encourages active student participation and cultural openness.
ILCF - INSTITUTE OF FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE - LYON
A ONE MONTH FRENCH PROGRAM ADAPTED TO YOUR LEVEL
Description
Courses are oriented towards the development of oral and written expression and comprehension skills. Achievement of autonomy in the use of French requires the acquisition of grammar, vocabulary and specific aspects of French culture. A variety of linguistic activities are offered to students and involve the use of specific methods, exercise books and real-life documents: press, adverts, cartoons, written texts, videos… The courses require students to participate on an active basis.
Public
This programme is aimed at all international students including adults, technicians and researchers… regardless of their level of French, who wish to:
– acquire and improve their skills in spoken and written French
– and/or prepare for DELF and DALF.
The ILCF teaches students in groups (of 18 to 24 students) according to their level: A1 Breakthrough > A2 Waystage > B1 Threshold > B2 Vantage
Cultural Activities
At ILCF Lyon, learning French continues far beyond the classroom. Our cultural activities department supports students throughout their stay with a tailor-made program of activities adapted to the duration and type of course attended.
Language exchange meetings with French students, activities on campus, cultural visits, trips, workshops and tasting sessions: a wide range of activities is organised every month to encourage the discovery of French culture, social interaction and the practice of French in authentic and friendly situations.
These activities are an integral part of the ILCF experience and allow students to discover Lyon and its region while developing their language skills in a real-life environment.
Course length
A1 to B2 levels: 60 hours | 20 hours per week in February
Classes take place from Monday to Friday, in the morning and in the afternoon.
Education certificate
The training is completed by a Certificate of French language and culture in relation with The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CECRL).
The following examinations can also be taken depending on the schedule: DELF and DALF during studies at the ILCF, depending on the schedule.
Level test
On the first day of each session, students are required to take a test to evaluate their oral and written skills, so that they can be allocated to the correct group.
Validation of credits
Assessment method: continuous assessment
Validation: 8 ECTS equivalence
Calendar and prices
Find the 2026-2027 calendar and prices on our dedicated page.
How to register for ILCF-Lyon?
If you would like more information about the enrolment process, required documents and the different steps to follow, please consult our dedicated page.
This pre-registration is required for the issuance of a visa. Your registration will be completed upon your arrival in France with the payment of the remaining balance.