French Basic, A1 & A2

The French language

French is spoken by over 300 million people. It is among the most widely spoken languages on the planet, an official language in 29 Francophone countries, and a working language of the United Nations, the European Union, the International Red Cross and other major international organisations.

This course takes you through the Basic, A1 and A2 levels in taught classes over 18 weeks, with access valid for 224 days.

Why it is worth learning

• Reach: French is the world's fifth most spoken language and the second most studied, after English.
• Work: it can lead to opportunities in international business, diplomacy, fashion, culinary arts, travel and education.
• Heritage: it connects you with a long tradition of literature, film, philosophy and art.
• Higher education: scholarships and degree programmes in French are available in France and other French-speaking countries.
• Getting around: it is valuable across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean and Canada, especially where English is not commonly used.

Who it is for

• Students, for whom French can add weight to college applications, build cognitive skills and lead to study-abroad programmes.
• Professionals in international relations, tourism, fashion, luxury goods, international law and global companies.
• Global citizens who love exploring other cultures and want a closer link with the world.
• Travellers heading to any of the five continents where French is spoken.