Founded in 1948 as the language department of the Catholic University of Paris, the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF) delivers high-quality, accredited French language education. With qualified and experienced instructors, ILCF has trained over 140,000 students across more than 70 nationalities in its long history. Each year, the school welcomes more than 2,000 international students to its vibrant Paris campuses.
University Diploma
6560 € / year
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ILCF holds the FLE accreditation, a certification granted by the French Ministry of Education for excellence in teaching French to non-native speakers.
Earn the Diplôme Universitaire d’Etudes Françaises (DUEF), a university diploma in French studies recognized by many French universities.
All teachers are qualified and experienced, specializing in teaching French as a foreign language, with additional qualifications in disciplines such as art history, literature, philosophy, and cinema.
Get access to the Catholic University of Paris cafeterias and restaurants, enjoy discounts on cultural activities, and attend on-campus conferences and events free of charge.
Prepare for the Diplôme de Compétence en Langue (DCL), an official French certification designed for professional purposes. It aims to support employability, career transitions, professional growth and mobility.
The school is located in the heart of Paris, within the Catholic University of Paris, nestled between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter.
The Carmes campus is the main campus and features numerous classrooms equipped with modern technology and Wi-Fi, multiple study areas, and a cafeteria with vending machines. The international lounge is open to all students, providing a perfect space to study or relax. The campus is surrounded by green outdoor spaces where students can study, meet fellow students, or simply find a moment of peace.
Rennes or Saint-Placide
Line M12, M4
The school is located in the heart of Paris, within the Catholic University of Paris, nestled between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter.
The Saint Germain campus offers a smaller, more intimate setting with several classrooms and a comfortable lounge for studying or relaxing. Conveniently located in the center of Paris and within walking distance of the main Carmes campus, it is surrounded by vibrant dining options and cultural sites, in one of Paris’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés or Mabillon
Line M4, M10
This annual intensive French course is designed to develop both oral and written skills. It aims to build student autonomy through mastering grammar, vocabulary, and an appreciation of French culture. Upon completion, students can earn a university diploma in French Studies (DUEF) corresponding to their French proficiency level.
Following the action-oriented approach as described by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), each teacher uses different teaching materials, including news articles, advertisements, comic strips, literary texts, and videos. There is a focus on autonomy and authenticity of materials, topics and practices.
1 year
September
Monday to Friday
Morning classes: 10:00 – 13:00 (Monday to Friday)
Afternoon classes: 14:00 – 17:00 (Tuesday & Thursday only)
Intense (20 hours per week)
A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1
26 ECTS
Students are offered visa sponsorship if they study 6 months or more.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is the standard used by language schools and universities to assess French language proficiency. It divides learning into 6 levels, from beginner (A1) to advanced (C2), with each level marking a key milestone in your language journey.
On average, it takes about 1.5 years to move from beginner level (A1) to upper-intermediate level (B2). B2 is widely considered the minimum level required for university admission, entry into selective schools, or working for a French company.
At the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF), your progression will be as follows:
・You can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases.
・You can introduce yourself and others and can ask and answer questions about your personal details (where you live, people you know and things you own).
・You can communicate simply when the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
・You can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to everyday topics such as personal information, shopping, local geography, or work.
・You can communicate simply on familiar and routine matters.
・Yan describe in simple terms your background and immediate environment.
・You can understand the main points of situations regularly encountered at work, school, etc.
・You can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in a French-speaking country.
・You can write simple texts on topics you are familiar with or of personal interest.
・You can describe your dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give explanations for your opinions and plans.
・You can understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics.
・You can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers smooth.
・You can write clear and detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and express your viewpoint giving the advantages and disadvantages on a given issue.
University Diploma
The prices provided above are for reference purposes only. Contact us in order to get the exact cost of the program you are interested in.
Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.
Textbooks and other study materials are not included in the course fees.
This 6-month French course is designed to develop both oral and written skills. Course intensity ranges from standard to intensive, depending on the options chosen. Upon completion, students can earn a University Diploma in French Studies (DUEF) corresponding to their French proficiency level.
Following the action-oriented approach as described by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), each teacher uses different teaching materials, including news articles, advertisements, comic strips, literary texts, and videos. There is a focus on autonomy and authenticity of materials, topics and practices.
6 months
September or February
Monday to Friday
Morning classes: 10:00 – 13:00 (Monday to Friday)
Afternoon classes: 14:00 – 17:00 (Tuesday & Thursday only)
Standard (15 hours per week)
Course intensity ranges from standard to intensive, with the option to extend to 18 or 21 hours per week. A minimum of 21 hours per week is required for student visa eligibility.
A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1
20 ECTS
Students are offered visa sponsorship if they study 6 months or more.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is the standard used by language schools and universities to assess French language proficiency. It divides learning into 6 levels, from beginner (A1) to advanced (C2), with each level marking a key milestone in your language journey.
On average, it takes about 1.5 years to move from beginner level (A1) to upper-intermediate level (B2). B2 is widely considered the minimum level required for university admission, entry into selective schools, or working for a French company.
At the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF), your progression will be as follows:
・You can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases.
・You can introduce yourself and others and can ask and answer questions about your personal details (where you live, people you know and things you own).
・You can communicate simply when the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
・You can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to everyday topics such as personal information, shopping, local geography, or work.
・You can communicate simply on familiar and routine matters.
・You describe in simple terms your background and immediate environment.
・You can understand the main points of situations regularly encountered at work, school, etc.
・You can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in a French-speaking country.
・You can write simple texts on topics you are familiar with or of personal interest.
・You can describe your dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give explanations for your opinions and plans.
・You can understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics.
・You can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers smooth.
・You can write clear and detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and express your viewpoint giving the advantages and disadvantages on a given issue.
University Diploma
The prices provided above are for reference purposes only. Contact us in order to get the exact cost of the program you are interested in.
Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.
Textbooks and other study materials are not included in the course fees.
Contact us with any questions and to begin your application. Once you’re ready to apply, we will forward your application form and all required documents to the school. Enrollments typically close 1 month before the start of the course.
Classes at ILCF are intentionally small, with around 18 students per class, allowing teachers to focus on each student’s individual needs.
Yes, school programs are open to students who have completed at least a high school diploma or its equivalent.
While most students are between 18 and 21 years old, ILCF welcomes learners of all ages from 18 to over 60.
Before arrival, you will take an online French placement test. This helps ILCF assess your current French level and assign you to the most suitable class. After arrival, if your assigned class does not feel like the right fit, one of our professors will reassess your level and you may be placed in a more appropriate class.
Your progress is evaluated through continuous assessment and a final exam covering your oral and written skills. The combined results determine whether you advance to the next level or repeat the current one.
Yes, you’ll have assignments outside of class. Materials are available on a shared online platform with your teachers.
Numerous free activities are organized for students, who can join one of the university’s 30 student clubs and associations. From the Ciné club, where you can discover French films, to the Café-philo club, where you can discuss philosophical and social issues—there’s something for everyone.
Students come from all over the world to study at this school.
Attending a French language school in France is the best way to learn French. Gain skills and confidence in the language in a classroom environment with other students from all over the world, taught by highly experienced and passionate language teachers.
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