French Basic to TEF

About French

Over 300 million people speak French. It is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, has official status in 29 Francophone countries, and is a working language of leading international organisations such as the United Nations, the European Union and the International Red Cross.

This course runs from the Basic level through A1, A2, B1, B2 and TEF, in taught classes over 36 weeks, with access valid for 64 weeks.

What French offers

• Global reach: French is the fifth most spoken language in the world and the second most studied after English.
• Career options: it is an asset in international business, diplomacy, fashion, culinary arts, travel and education.
• Culture: it opens up a rich world of literature, films, philosophy and art.
• Study abroad: France and other French-speaking countries provide scholarships and higher-education programmes in French.
• Travel: it is useful across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean and Canada, especially in areas where English is not common.

Who it suits

• Students who want to make their college applications stronger, develop cognitive skills and reach study-abroad programmes.
• Professionals working in international relations, tourism, fashion, luxury goods, international law or with global companies.
• Global citizens who like learning about new cultures and want to be better connected to the world.
• Travellers – French is spoken on five continents.