The monthly course is primarily intended for students who wish to quickly develop their skills in French as a foreign language (FLE) in order to pursue university studies in France or simply to improve their language skills in order to integrate into a French-speaking environment.
Course organization:
- 45 hours of intensive French language classes, or 15 hours per week over 3 weeks
- Classes Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- In person on the campus of the University of Savoie Mont Blanc in Chambéry (Jacob-Bellecombette)
- 8 sessions in September, October, November, December, January, February, March, and April (summer classes in June/July)
- Group of 10 to 18 students
Course contents:
French language courses cover five levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C1, and enable students to develop the four skills of the French language (listening comprehension, reading comprehension, speaking, and writing).
You will be placed in a DUEF course where you will study part of a CEFR level.
Each validated session earns 4 ECTS credits.
Below, you will find the course programs, content by level, and credit units/month of study:
Enrollment in the monthly course is open to anyone over the age of 18 who has a high school or university diploma.
Complete the registration form and provide the following documents:
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- confirmation of payment of €500 per session (€250 for refugees and asylum seekers upon presentation of valid proof)
- a copy of your ID card/passport
- a copy of your most recent diploma ( minimum high school diploma or university degree) translated into French if the language is different from English or a Latin language
- if you are a refugee or asylum seeker, valid proof of status
It is mandatory to have valid personal liability insurance for the duration of the training.
DATES 2024/2025
- Summer courses 2025
– June session : June 2 to 20 (complete beginners)
– July session : June 30 to July 18
> see this page summer courses for details!
DATES 2025/2026
- 2025: Courses from levels A1 to B2
– September session: (complete beginners) from September 15 to October 3.
–October session: October 6 to 24.
– November session: November 3 to 21.
– December session: (only for students already enrolled in November) November 24 to December 12. - 2026: Courses from levels A2 to C1 (no complete beginners)
– January session: January 19 to February 6.
– February session: February 9 to March 6.
– March session: March 9 to 27.
– April session: (only for students already enrolled in March) March 30 to April 24.
- Price for 2024/25 and 2025/26: €500 per session
- This fee includes:
– 45 hours of classes
– Access to cultural and sporting activities organized by USMB for its international students at preferential rates;
- This price does not include (non-exhaustive list): the textbook
– The course textbook
– Accommodation, meals, and any other personal expenses
– Mandatory personal liability insurance
Refugees and asylum seekers are eligible for a 50% discount on courses upon presentation of valid proof of status.
Registration procedures:
- Online via the form by clicking here
- In person at the ACCENTS school in Building 14 of the University of Savoie Mont Blanc, Jacob Bellecombette Campus
Payment terms:
- Online on the registration form
- By bank transfer by contacting contact.accents@univ-savoie.fr
- By check or cash at the ACCENTS school office