French as a foreign language (FLE)
Before starting university studies, it is essential to have a fairly good level of oral and written French. Level B2 of the European reference framework is recommended.
Organisation
Foreign students enrolled at Sorbonne Université and foreign staff needing linguistic support can take advantage of French language courses (FLE) held on the Pierre et Marie Curie campus at convenient times and in groups of varying levels.
During the academic year, French courses are organized for 2 to 6 hours a week over one or two semesters, depending on your initial level (assessed by a compulsory online placement test). Intensive courses are also available in January and June under the same conditions.
Please note: only semester courses can be validated as optional foreign language teaching units, and are equivalent to ECTS credits.
Registrations
Courses are free of charge for bachelor's and master's students enrolled at Sorbonne Université (outside funded programs) or at a Sorbonne Université alliance institution (MNHN, UTC, CNRS, etc.).
Registration fees apply to doctoral students and university staff, who must pay 250 euros for 30 hours of classes or 400 euros for 60 hours (depending on initial level).
It is advisable to register for FLE courses as soon as you are admitted to Sorbonne Université, without waiting until you arrive in Paris. To take these courses (from beginner to B2 level) at the faculty, you must :
- be enrolled at Sorbonne Université ;
- fill in an online form within the time period indicated;
- complete the placement test (allow 1 hour);
- await receipt of an e-mail setting out the terms and conditions of enrolment. This e-mail will enable you to choose your group according to your level and your schedule (remember to bring your student card, your timetable and any documents proving your enrolment at the university).
Calendar
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Course / internship |
Enrolment procedure |
Course duration |
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Back-to-school course 2025 / 2026 (reserved for Bachelor's and Master's students) |
Registration from mid-July to August 28th included |
From September 1rst to 5th, 2025 (1 week, 6 hours of classes per day, daytime classes - 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm) Levels A1, A2, B1, B2 |
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1st semester 2025 / 2026 |
3 steps : 1-Registration form to be completed from mid-July to September 8th included 2-Wait to receive the placement test (Be careful: they will be sent from August 25!) 3-pedagogical registration (choice of the group according to your schedule) : September 9th, or 10th, or 11th: from 10:00 am to 11:30am or from 1:00pm to 4:00pm The link will stay open ONLY for Doctorants, Post-doctorants which start French courses on October 20th |
First semester :from September 15th to December 19th For doctoral students only: Groupe Louis-César level B1: Groupe Pauline beginner level Group Mehdi level B2 |
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Winter intensive course |
Registration form to be completed from December 8th to January 8th included |
From January 12th to January 23rd, 2026 A1: B2 : C1 : Please note: These times are not yet decided |
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2nd semester 2025 / 2026 |
Registration form to be completed from December 19th to January 23rd, 2026 included |
From February 2nd to May 15th, 2026 |
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Summer intensive course |
Registration form to be completed from
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From June 23rd to July 4th, 2025 (3h lessons per day) Beginner A1 : 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Please note: Schedules are subject to change |
Secretariat
Language Department - FLE
Campus Pierre et Marie Curie - Sorbonne Université
Tour 43-53 (entrance tower 43),1st floor, office 110
4, place Jussieu. 75252 PARIS cedex 05