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Language Programs in Paris, France

Sure, you can recite “Parlez-vous français?”or quote Lumiere from Beauty and the Beast, but do you REALLY know French? Maybe not yet, but you will if you study French in Paris! The prevalence of the French language in modern history has earned it a place as an official language of both the Olympics and the UN. Paris alone receives over 20 million tourists annually, making it one of the most visited cities (read: most loved) in the world. While you can study French abroad in a number of fantastic cities, each one pales in comparison to Paris, a city famous for its art, fashion, food, and more! Language programs in Paris are an opportunity you can’t say Non to.

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A great experience I highly recommend

by: Frankie Bluesy - EnglandProgram: Academic French Program (9 Months)
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Fantastic premises in a "boutique" school near the Eiffel Tower, with air conditioning in all the classrooms, great teachers and very helpful and friendly staff, and the PM2 intensive afternoon course was really great ! This PM2 course of 20h/week combines 5 afternoon lessons + one hour coaching per day, which means the course is well structured. The 5 afternoon lessons include 3 afternoon classes dedicated to ‘Written French & Grammar’ and 2 afternoon classes dedicated to ‘Oral Communication/ French Culture and Civilisation’. During that course we were invited to practise our French through the use of authentic material (newspapers of the day, for example) and to learn related idiomatic expressions in various contexts. During the 2 oral communication classes the emphasis is on improving confidence in speaking and listening in French in a range of everyday situations. Subjects covered in class include topical vocabulary and language, study of grammatical structures, pronunciation and listening skills, social skills, cultural awareness, reading and writing skills, conversational French. The course allowed me to enjoy Paris during each morning and each evening, after the coaching hour. A GREAT experience !

A Guide to Language Study Abroad in Paris

Language Programs in Paris

According to the French constitution, French is the only official language of France. So, in short, you picked a good language to focus on for your language study in Paris (#highfive). There are a few different types of French language programs in Paris that you can choose from, depending on how much you want to delve into language learning.

Some of local universities, like the Catholic University of Paris, the American Business School of Paris, and the Sorbonne provide a range of French language courses, often as part of larger study abroad programs. Language programs in Paris at local universities, therefore, often vary in length from semester to summer terms. Studying French at a local university will provide students with a great backdrop to get a real taste of French student life. French universities are also great places to take French language courses in Paris because students will be able to meet local students and converse with them in their free time, which will double as extra practice of their newly acquired compétences en français.

French language learning centers or language schools in Paris are a good option if you are looking for a quick and dirty (yet effective) French language program abroad. These are usually easy to find and sign up for, and are typically shorter in duration than university courses. Courses at language schools in Paris will be specifically focused on language acquisition, and teachers will focused solely on teaching students French. French classes may range from four to six hours daily and cover everything from the basics of French grammar and conjugation to the more fun (and tasty) stuff, like learning French cooking vernacular. Extra ambitieux students can also tack on a private tutor alongside their regular class schedule. Intensive French language programs in Paris aren’t easy, but they are powerful in terms of rapid language acquisition.

The typical school year in Paris runs from the beginning of September to mid-June. There is usually a longer break around Christmas and the New Year, and shorter breaks at the beginning of November, for All Saints Day, as well as in February, April, and May. The city of Paris is especially busy year round, due to the high influx of tourists, except for the month of August when it is basically deserted; this is also because the French get a mandated minimum of 30 days vacation time and almost everyone uses their vacation days before the school year starts again. If you want to make sure you can interact with the locals during your language program in Paris, then be sure to avoid the month of August!

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