The evening course in French as a foreign language (FLE) is designed for anyone in Savoie and Haute-Savoie who wishes to improve their knowledge and skills in French alongside their main activities (studies, work, etc.).
Course Structure for 2026–27:
10-week course (3.5 hours per week)
- French language course (30 hours), from 4:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (day to be determined based on level; to be confirmed at the start of the school year)
- Self-directed French as a Foreign Language (FLE) activity on an online platform (5 hours)
- In-person classes in Chambéry and Annecy on the campuses of the University of Savoie Mont Blanc
- from A1 to C1, with activities designed to develop the four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) for a portion of the CEFR level
- Groups of 10 to 20 people
Course content:
French language courses cover five levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C1, and help students develop the four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing).
Each session covers and assesses a portion of a CEFR level. Semester 2 builds on Semester 1.
Each successfully completed course is worth 4 ECTS credits.
2026/27 CALENDAR
– First semester: September 28 through December 11, 2026 (no classes the week of October 24 through November 1)
– Second semester: January 25 through April 9, 2027 (no classes the weeks of February 20–28 and April 17–25, 2027)
REGISTRATION FEES 2026/27*
€420 per semester / €840 for one year (2 semesters)
For USMB students and staff, see the “Registration Procedures” section
This fee includes:
– 35 hours of instruction per semester (30 hours of in-person instruction + 5 hours of self-study on the platform)
– Course materials
Each student is required to have taken out their own valid liability insurance that covers the entire duration of the program.
*Refugeesand asylum seekers are eligible for a 50% discount on courses upon presentation of a valid official document.
REGISTRATION FOR 2026/27
Individuals not affiliated with the University of Savoie Mont Blanc:
Registration for the monthly course is open to anyone over the age of 18 who holds a high school diploma or university degree.
1. Complete the registration form and provide copies of the following documents:
- Identification document (passport, ID card, residence permit)
- High school or college diploma – translated into French, English, or a Romance language
2. Pay the fee of €420 per session
(€210 for refugees and asylum seekers)
Payment methods:
- Online via the USMB secure payment platform
- By bank transfer; please contact contact.accents@univ-savoie.fr
- By check or cash at the ACCENTS registration office
USMB students and staff:
Exchange students (e.g., ERASMUS+) at USMB can take evening classes free of charge for one semester and receive a 50% discount for subsequent semesters. They select the course on their USMB registration form.
Freemover students at USMB receive a 50% discount on evening classes. They can register via the registration form.
Registration is handled directly by the department if it covers the registration fees.
USMB doctoral students and international staff members can attend the evening course free of charge. Simply send an email to contact.accents@univ-smb.fr, including proof of enrollment or employment at USMB for the academic year in question.