The first sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for complete beginners without any prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn the alphabet, numbers, greetings and basic vocabulary relevant to interacting in the classroom. Students will learn to ask basic questions and to describe themselves and their city or country.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: none, this class is for complete beginners
Next course: A1.2

This course is NOT recommended as a review for those returning to French after a long time. Please take our placement test for an accurate assessment of your level.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The first sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for complete beginners without any prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn the alphabet, numbers, greetings and basic vocabulary relevant to interacting in the classroom. Students will learn to ask basic questions and to describe themselves and their city or country.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: none, this class is for complete beginners
Next course: A1.2

This course is NOT recommended as a review for those returning to French after a long time. Please take our placement test for an accurate assessment of your level.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with limited prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to describe their family, their hobbies and interests, their preferences, and their personality. Students will also learn to tell time and share facts about past events.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.1 or A1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A1.3

Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with limited prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to describe their family, their hobbies and interests, their preferences, and their personality. Students will also learn to tell time and share facts about past events.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.1 or A1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A1.3

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third and final sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with some prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to talk about the weather and seasons, and how to make suggestions about suitable clothing for different times of the year. Students will also learn basic interactions related to shopping, eating in a restaurant, as well as how to talk about basic future events. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.2 or A1.3 result on placement test

Next courses: A1 Review, A1/A1+ workshops, or General French A2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third and final sublevel in A1 (Beginner), for students with some prior exposure to French.

In this course students will learn to talk about the weather and seasons, and how to make suggestions about suitable clothing for different times of the year. Students will also learn basic interactions related to shopping, eating in a restaurant, as well as how to talk about basic future events. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 1 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.2 or A1.3 result on placement test

Next courses: A1 Review, A1/A1+ workshops, or General French A2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  Great for beginners. You will learn 10 new words and expressions, essential for your trip to Brittany. 

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading an abbreviated and simplified version of a classic text! Students discuss the plot, analyze the writing structure, and practice reading aloud to improve their pronunciation. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency, and pronunciation skills.  

Class materials are provided by the instructor before the start of the course. 

La Belle et la Bête, by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve is a classic French fairy tale about Belle, a kind young woman who learns to look beyond appearances. Through her friendship with a mysterious Beast, the story explores themes of love, kindness, and inner beauty.

You can find the book here: La Belle et La Bête | Éditions CLE International

Open to Teens! (Requires a placement of at least level 202 in the Teens assessment) 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading an abbreviated and simplified version of a classic text! Students discuss the plot, analyze the writing structure, and practice reading aloud to improve their pronunciation. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency, and pronunciation skills.  

Class materials are provided by the instructor before the start of the course. 

Le Comte de Montecristo, by Alexandre Dumas is a classic French adventure novel about betrayal, justice, and revenge. It follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor who is wrongly imprisoned and later escapes to seek justice against those who betrayed him. The story explores themes of resilience, forgiveness, and the consequences of revenge.

You can find the book here: Le Comte de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas

Open to Teens! (Requires a placement of at least level 202 in the Teens assessment) 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the end of the A1 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the A2 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the A1 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the A1+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions. Ideal for students who want to reinforce foundations and confidently move towards the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor.  

Open to Teens! (Requires a placement of at least level 202 in the Teens assessment) 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

This class is designed for students at the end of the A1 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the A2 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the A1 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the A1+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions. Ideal for students who want to reinforce foundations and confidently move towards the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor.  

Open to Teens! (Requires a placement of at least level 202 in the Teens assessment) 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the end of the A1 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the A2 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the A1 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the A1+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions. Ideal for students who want to reinforce foundations and confidently move towards the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor.  

Open to Teens! (Requires a placement of at least level 202 in the Teens assessment) 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the A2 level.

• Prerequisite: A1.3 course completed, or A2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French A2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading this classic text. Students will read an abbreviated version of the text and will analyze the themes and writing structure. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency and pronunciation skills. The class materials will be provided by the instructor before the start of the class. 

Voyage au centre de la Terre – Jules Verne

Prerequisite: Students should already have completed the three-part A1 General French series (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3) or an A1 Review course before registering in an A1+ course. Students who have received an A1.3 or  A2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class will review essential vocabulary at the A1+ level and teach you what you need to know to talk about yourself, your family, your interests and opinions, and to get by in everyday situations. You'll learn how to pronounce French words and use key  vocabulary and phrases for authentic cultural experiences. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: for students who have completed the entire A1 level (A1.1, A1.2 and A1.3), an Intensive A1 Review course or received A2.1 on the Level Assessment.  

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the A2 level.

• Prerequisite: A1.3 course completed, or A2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French A2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Dive into the colorful world of Le Petit Nicolas, a must-read classic of French literature that recounts the adventures and misadventures of Nicolas, a mischievous young schoolboy. Each class centers on a particular story, through which we review the grammar topics covered at the A2 level, especially the alternation between the passé composé and the imparfait. We will also work on pronunciation and colloquial language. 

No textbook is required for this course. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any A2-level classes (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) or who received a placement of A2.1, A2.2, or A2.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read Monsieur Ibrahim et les Fleurs du Coran by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Book description: Set in the 1960s in Paris' Jewish quarter, Monsieur Ibrahim and the Flowers of the Koran is about a troubled Jewish boy, Moses, or Momo, who strikes up an unlikely friendship with a solitary Muslim shopkeeper named Monsieur Ibrahim. The two decide to make a trip across Europe to the birthplace of Monsieur Ibrahim that brings them to the most important crossroads of their lives. 

You can purchase the book on Amazon or on French Books Online 

Prerequisite: students should have completed either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 General French classes, any A2, A2+ or B1 specialized classes or an A2 or B1 Review course before registering for this course. Students who have received either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 results on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  Great for beginners. You will learn 10 new words and expressions, essential for your trip to Brittany. 

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading an abbreviated and simplified version of a classic text! Students discuss the plot, analyze the writing structure, and practice reading aloud to improve their pronunciation. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency, and pronunciation skills.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Bel Ami, by Guy de Maupassant is a classic French novel about ambition, power, and social success. It follows Georges Duroy, a young man with little money who rises through Parisian society by using his charm, good looks, and relationships with influential women. Set in 19th-century France, the novel explores themes of wealth, social climbing, manipulation, and morality, while offering a sharp portrait of French society and politics of the time. 

The book can be found here: Bel-ami | Éditions CLE International

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received a B1.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading an abbreviated and simplified version of a classic text! Students discuss the plot, analyze the writing structure, and practice reading aloud to improve their pronunciation. This course enhances language acquisition through reading, listening, conversational fluency, and pronunciation skills.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Les Misérables, by Victor Hugo is a classic French novel about justice, kindness, and second chances. It follows Jean Valjean, a man who tries to rebuild his life after spending many years in prison. As he cares for a young girl named Cosette and helps those in need, he is pursued by the determined police inspector Javert. Set in 19th-century France, the story explores themes of poverty, love, forgiveness, and hope, while showing the importance of compassion and the possibility of change.

The book can be found here: Les Misérables, Victor Hugo

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received a B1.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

This class is designed for students at the A2 level (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on A2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any A2-level classes (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) or who received a placement of A2.1, A2.2, or A2.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the A2 level (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on A2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any A2-level classes (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) or who received a placement of A2.1, A2.2, or A2.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the A2 level (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on A2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any A2-level classes (A2.1, A2.2, A2.3) or who received a placement of A2.1, A2.2, or A2.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 4 weeks, once a week

The first sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course, students will learn to talk about their daily activities and describe their home, as well as share both present and past experiences. They will also learn to express their opinion and reactions, communicate cause and make comparisons.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.3, A1 Review, or A2.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.2 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The first sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course, students will learn to talk about their daily activities and describe their home, as well as share both present and past experiences. They will also learn to express their opinion and reactions, communicate cause and make comparisons.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A1.3, A1 Review, or A2.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.2 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course students will learn to ask questions, request permission, recount stories and make predictions about the future. They will also learn to express condition, consequence and uncertainty. They will communicate on topics related to their health and well-being past, as well as learn how to request a service, accept or decline an offer, and offer advice.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.1 or A2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.3 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in A2 Intermediate. In this course students will learn to ask questions, request permission, recount stories and make predictions about the future. They will also learn to express condition, consequence and uncertainty. They will communicate on topics related to their health and well-being past, as well as learn how to request a service, accept or decline an offer, and offer advice.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.1 or A2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French A2.3 and/or a Specialized A2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The third course in A2 (Intermediate). In this course, students will talk about their lifestyle and habits, share conflicts that might arise at work, and propose solutions. They will learn to express hypotheses, desires, and goals. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A2 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A2 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.2 or A2.3 result on placement test

Next course: A2 Review, a Specialized A2+ course, or General French B1.1.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third course in A2 (Intermediate). In this course, students will talk about their lifestyle and habits, share conflicts that might arise at work, and propose solutions. They will learn to express hypotheses, desires, and goals. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the A2 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 2 (Chapters 7-8 & DELF A2 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.2 or A2.3 result on placement test

Next course: A2 Review, a Specialized A2+ course, or General French B1.1.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

Strengthen your French foundation with an engaging grammar course that brings clarity and confidence to verb conjugation. Through clear explanations, guided practice, and literary excerpts, you’ll gain a solid understanding of how verbs work in everyday French. During this 5-week course, you will: 

• Get comfortable with the most common compound tenses (like passé composé). 
  

• Learn when and how to use past participles with avoir and être. 
  

• Learn how to express when actions happen in relation to each other (before, after, or simultaneously) 
  

• Practice what you learn through meaningful examples drawn from the novel L’Enfant noir by Camara Laye. 
  

By the end, you’ll be able to recognize and reuse these key verb forms naturally in conversation and writing. 
Perfect for curious A2–B1 learners who want to bring clarity, flow, and confidence to their French! 

 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should have completed either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 General French classes, any A2, A2+ or B1 specialized classes or an A2 or B1 Review course before registering for this course. Students who have received either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 results on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B1 level. 

• Prerequisite: A2.3 course completed, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French B1.1. 

Pace: Intensive, 1 week

This class is designed for students who are at the end of the A2 level and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the A2 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. A2+ learners are expected to communicate in a simple manner on familiar topics about their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is conducted simply and clearly as a direct exchange of information. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part A2 General French series (A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3) or an A2 Review course before registering in an A2+ course. Students who have received an A2.3 or B1.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the A2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B1 level. 

• Prerequisite: A2.3 course completed, or B1.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: General French B1.1. 

Pace: Intensive, 1 week

This unique course combines French art, language, and gastronomy in an engaging cultural experience. Over four sessions, we'll explore the  culinary tastes of great French painters – Cézanne, Renoir, Monet, and Toulouse-Lautrec – through their favorite recipes, drawn from personal notebooks, correspondence, and cookbooks. Each session highlights one painter, an iconic artwork, a recipe, and themed vocabulary. This immersive course offers French language learners the opportunity to expand their vocabulary while exploring France's rich artistic and culinary heritage through hands-on cooking and cultural discovery.   

Session 1 – A Taste of Provence with Paul Cézanne 

  Discover Cézanne's favorite Provençal recipe: baked tomatoes. 

  → Vocabulary focus: spices, southern vegetables, cooking verbs  

Session 2 – Luncheon of the Boating Party with Auguste Renoir 

  Inspired by the famous painting created at Maison Fournaise, we'll prepare Renoir's herb chicken. 

  → Vocabulary focus: aromatic herbs, chicken parts, culinary expressions  

Session 3 – Dining with Claude Monet 

  Immerse yourself in the world of Giverny with strawberry mousse, a simple yet refined dessert. 

  → Vocabulary focus: fruits, pastry utensils, textures and flavors  

Session 4 – Toulouse-Lautrec's Sweet Indulgence 

  Drawing inspiration from his book The Art of Cooking, we'll discover the rum tart, a bold dessert from this  epicurean painter. 

  → Vocabulary focus: pastry types (shortcrust, sweet pastry, puff pastry), bistro desserts  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part B1 General French series (B1.1, B1.2 and B1.3) or a B1 Review course before registering in a B1+ course. Students who have received a B2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read Monsieur Ibrahim et les Fleurs du Coran by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Book description: Set in the 1960s in Paris' Jewish quarter, Monsieur Ibrahim and the Flowers of the Koran is about a troubled Jewish boy, Moses, or Momo, who strikes up an unlikely friendship with a solitary Muslim shopkeeper named Monsieur Ibrahim. The two decide to make a trip across Europe to the birthplace of Monsieur Ibrahim that brings them to the most important crossroads of their lives. 

You can purchase the book on Amazon or on French Books Online 

Prerequisite: students should have completed either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 General French classes, any A2, A2+ or B1 specialized classes or an A2 or B1 Review course before registering for this course. Students who have received either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 results on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

In this 10-week online reading club, students will read L'Odyssée d'Hakim – Tome 1 : De la Syrie à la Turquie by Fabien Toulmé. 

The graphic novel format offers an accessible introduction to contemporary French, as the combination of illustrations and text makes the story easier to follow while providing rich opportunities to develop reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and improve spoken French. 

After completing the assigned weekly readings, students are encouraged to share their questions and reflections on our e-learning platform. During the live sessions, the instructor will guide discussions on the story, its characters, the refugee experience, and the humanitarian context of Hakim's journey. 

In addition to the weekly reading, students will work with complementary resources to deepen their understanding of the book, learn more about the author, strengthen grammar skills, and develop their oral communication skills. 

Book description: The true story of a man who had to leave everything behind: his family, his friends, his own business... because war had broken out, because he had been tortured, because the neighboring country seemed to offer him a future and safety. A true-life account, between hope and violence, that shows how war forces you to abandon your homeland and the people you love, and turns you into a refugee. 

Students are responsible for purchasing the book: on Amazon. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part B1 General French series (B1.1, B1.2 and B1.3) or a B1 Review course before registering in a B1+ course. Students who have received a B2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

Le Chef-d’œuvre inconnu by Honoré de Balzac is a short story about art, creativity, and the pursuit of perfection. It follows an aging painter who becomes obsessed with creating the perfect masterpiece, blurring the line between artistic genius and madness. Through this story, Balzac explores the challenges of artistic creation and the complex relationship between vision and reality.

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment.

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert is a classic French novel about dreams, disappointment, and the search for happiness. It follows Emma Bovary, a young woman who longs for a more exciting and glamorous life. The story explores themes of love, ambition, and the gap between fantasy and reality. 

The book can be found here: Madame Bovary | Éditions CLE International

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

We will explore la peine de mort (the death penalty) through the writings of Victor Hugo who argued against capital punishment.

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  The class will be taught in French, with few English translations. Prerequisite: B1

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This course focuses on professional communication in a francophone context. You will learn French business vocabulary, see examples of professional interactions face to face and in formal written documents, as well as practice your own.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Explore contemporary French society through authentic documents. This course will look at clothing, social and cultural debates, modern writings, and other aspects of French society, to learn about today's France. Good for developing oral and written comprehension and expression.   

This is Part 2 of the course. It is not necessary to have taken Part 1.   

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.4, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Have you ever seen a piece of surrealist art? Would you like to gain a better understanding of this style and historic art movement? Would you like to try your hand at writing some surrealist poetry with a guide?

Surrealism was clearly more than just an art movement, as many of its members were deeply involved in opposing wars and French colonialism. In fact, André Breton, author of the *Surrealist Manifesto*, left Paris to visit Martinique and write poetry there. In this course, we will read and study seminal surrealist texts and poetry spanning Paris and the Caribbean. Starting with Breton and his two manifestos, we will analyze the works of Aimé and Suzanne Césaire while exploring techniques such as "automatic writing."

Join us in the Fall 2 session for the continuation of this class!

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

Have you ever seen a piece of surrealist art? Would you like to gain a better understanding of this style and historic art movement? Would you like to try your hand at writing some surrealist poetry with a guide?

Surrealism was clearly more than just an art movement, as many of its members were deeply involved in opposing wars and French colonialism. In fact, André Breton, author of the *Surrealist Manifesto*, left Paris to visit Martinique and write poetry there. In this course, we will read and study seminal surrealist texts and poetry spanning Paris and the Caribbean. Starting with Breton and his two manifestos, we will analyze the works of Aimé and Suzanne Césaire while exploring techniques such as "automatic writing."

Join us in the Fall 1 and/or Fall 3 sessions for the complete course, or attend this session as a standalone.

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

Have you ever seen a piece of surrealist art? Would you like to gain a better understanding of this style and historic art movement? Would you like to try your hand at writing some surrealist poetry with a guide?

Surrealism was clearly more than just an art movement, as many of its members were deeply involved in opposing wars and French colonialism. In fact, André Breton, author of the *Surrealist Manifesto*, left Paris to visit Martinique and write poetry there. In this course, we will read and study seminal surrealist texts and poetry spanning Paris and the Caribbean. Starting with Breton and his two manifestos, we will analyze the works of Aimé and Suzanne Césaire while exploring techniques such as "automatic writing."

Please join us in Fall 1 and Fall 2 for the complete course, or attend Fall 3 as a standalone session.

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

This class is designed for students at the B1 level (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B1 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the B1 level (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B1 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the B1 level (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B1 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

The first sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will share past experiences and hypothetical situations. They will learn to talk about feelings, preferences, give advice, and express dreams and regrets. Students will also be introduced to figures of speech, colloquial language, and slang.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French A2.3, A2 Review, or B1.1 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.2 and/or a Specialized B1 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The second sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn new ways to express opinions as well as agreement and disagreement, defend ideas, and share feelings. Students will also learn how to file a complaint, share a film critique, and discuss their relationship to social media.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 4-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B1.3 and/or a Specialized B1 course


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third and final sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, and how to present uncertain information. They will also learn to express concession, cause, and consequence. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the B1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 7-9 & DELF B1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.2 or B1.3 result on placement test

Next course: B1 Review, Specialized B1+, or General French B2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third and final sublevel in B1 (Independent). In this course, students will learn to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, and how to present uncertain information. They will also learn to express concession, cause, and consequence. At the end of the course, students will be guided through a DELF review of the B1 level.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 3 (Chapters 7-9 & DELF B1 review) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B1.2 or B1.3 result on placement test

Next course: B1 Review, Specialized B1+, or General French B2.1


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

Strengthen your French foundation with an engaging grammar course that brings clarity and confidence to verb conjugation. Through clear explanations, guided practice, and literary excerpts, you’ll gain a solid understanding of how verbs work in everyday French. During this 5-week course, you will: 

• Get comfortable with the most common compound tenses (like passé composé). 
  

• Learn when and how to use past participles with avoir and être. 
  

• Learn how to express when actions happen in relation to each other (before, after, or simultaneously) 
  

• Practice what you learn through meaningful examples drawn from the novel L’Enfant noir by Camara Laye. 
  

By the end, you’ll be able to recognize and reuse these key verb forms naturally in conversation and writing. 
Perfect for curious A2–B1 learners who want to bring clarity, flow, and confidence to their French! 

 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should have completed either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 General French classes, any A2, A2+ or B1 specialized classes or an A2 or B1 Review course before registering for this course. Students who have received either A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, B1.1, B1.2 or B1.3 results on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Regular

This class is designed for students who reached the end of the B1 level (completed B1.3) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning.  

Each week, students will read short stories or watch short films and center their learning around that content. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. This course is great for students wishing to continue growing their skills and who enjoy French media.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part B1 General French series (B1.1, B1.2 and B1.3) or a B1 Review course before registering in a B1+ course. Students who have received a B2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who reached the end of the B1 level (completed B1.3) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning.  

Each week, students will read short stories or watch short films and center their learning around that content. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. This course is great for students wishing to continue growing their skills and who enjoy French media.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the three-part B1 General French series (B1.1, B1.2 and B1.3) or a B1 Review course before registering in a B1+ course. Students who have received a B2.1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B2 level.

• Prerequisite: B1.3 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B1+ course or General French B2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

In this practical French course, we focus on real-life communication for travelers and everyday situations. 

Each week, we explore a new theme: at the hotel, in a restaurant, shopping, etc. 

Students will learn useful vocabulary, key grammar structures, and essential expressions to handle common situations and resolve complications with confidence. Every class includes interactive role-plays and communication activities to put the language into action. 

This course is ideal for B1 learners who want to improve fluency and become more independent in French during travel or daily life in a French-speaking environment. 

Prerequisites: B1.1, or B1.2 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning centered around current events. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a different RFI news report will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning centered around current events. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a different RFI news report will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B1-level classes (B1.1, B1.2, B1.3) or who received a placement of B1.1, B1.2, or B1.3 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read a selection of texts by Maupassant. Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a 19th-century French author, celebrated as a master of the short story and associated with the naturalist literary school of thought, depicting human lives, destinies, and social forces in disillusioned and often pessimistic terms.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  The class will be taught in French, with few English translations. Prerequisite: B1

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning centered around current events. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a different RFI news report will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course.  

Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.2/B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Conducted in an interactive and fun manner, this workshop will focus on helping you master the common difficulties of French grammar! 

This course can be taken more than once as content is adapted based on the students who have registered (returning students will study new material).  

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students who recently started the B1 level (completed B1.1 or B1.2) and who wish to strengthen and practice their oral comprehension and production skills through a communicative and action-oriented approach to language learning. 

Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

Each week, a theme will be explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary and one or more grammar points at the B1 level will be reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities designed to generate authentic conversation, including role playing, presentations, discussions, games, etc. 

Throughout the course, students will receive personalized and prompt feedback from their instructor on grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation. 

B1 learners are expected to be gaining some confidence in communicating in a simple manner on familiar topics regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and cope flexibly with problems of everyday life; they can generally identify the topic of a discussion which is presented in straightforward terms and conducted simply and clearly. No textbook required for this course. 

 Prerequisite: General French B1.1 or B1.2, or B1.3 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B1 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the B2 level.

• Prerequisite: B1.3 course completed, or B2.1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B1+ course or General French B2.1.
Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students must be at the B1 or B2 level 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Immerse yourself in the heart of southern France with instructor Frédéric Dugenet, who grew up in Provence! He will mention places that are off the beaten track and focus on regional differences between standard French and Provençal-accented French.  Learn where and when to see the best lavender fields, explore the Calanques national park between Marseille and Cassis, learn how to make the most of your farmer’s market experience, which hill top villages are the most photogenic and where the best beaches are located.  In a nutshell, experience the art of living well “à la provençale!” 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 
Pace: Workshop (one session)

The first sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to work on how to recount an event or a conversation through indirect discourse and passive structures, as well as additional ways to make comparisons, express themselves in the negative and speak about future events. They will also learn to develop more complex sentences in addition to exploring idiomatic expressions and word games.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 1-2) - Textbook & workbook available here 

Prerequisite: B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B1.1 result on placement test

Next course: B2.2 and/or a Specialized B2 course.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The second sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course students will learn new ways to express feelings, goals, and regrets. They will focus on taking a stand and structuring their points of view by using expressions of cause and consequence, idiomatic expressions, and varying language registers.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 3-4) - Textbook & workbook available here 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1 or B2.2 result on placement test

Next course: General French B2.3 and/or a Specialized B2 course
Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to strengthen their ability to defend their ideas or share their opinions. They will use temporal markers and other logical connectors to express cause, consequence, goals, opposition, and concession in a structured and convincing way. 

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 5-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B2.2 or B2.3 result on placement test

Next course: B2.4 or a Specialized B2 course.
Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

The third sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to strengthen their ability to defend their ideas or share their opinions. They will use temporal markers and other logical connectors to express cause, consequence, goals, opposition, and concession in a structured and convincing way. 

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 5-6) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B2.2 or B2.3 result on placement test

Next course: B2.4 or a Specialized B2 course.
Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 25h

The fourth and final sublevel in B2 (Advanced). In this course, students will continue to strengthen their ability to defend their ideas or share their opinions. They will use temporal markers and other logical connectors to express cause, consequence, goals, opposition, and concession in a structured and convincing way.

Textbook & Workbook (not included in tuition): Défi 4 (Chapters 7-8-9) - Textbook & workbook available here

Prerequisite: General French B2.3 or B2.4 result on placement test

Next course: B2 Review or a Specialized B2+ course. At the end of the B2 level, students may be able to enroll in a C1 class contingent on the result of a mandatory placement test and oral assessment.

Pace: 10 weeks, twice a week, total of 30h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

In this course, students will read Coeur d’amande by Yasmina Khadra.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2-level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Coeur d’amande by Yasmina Khadra.

"J'ai souvent touché le fond, sauf qu'à chaque tasse bue, je remonte plus vite qu'une torpille. Renié par ma mère pour anormalité physique, je me réinvente au gré de mes joies. J'aime rire, déconner, me faire mousser et rêver de sacres improbables. J'ai appris une chose dans la vie - pour se dépasser, il faut savoir prendre son pied là où l'on traîne l'autre. Même avec des béquilles ou avec des prothèses, je continuerai de marcher dans les pas du temps en randonneur subjugué. Je ne lâche rien." Hymne au courage d'être soi, à l'amour et à la solidarité inoxydable des "gens du quartier", Coeur-d'amande est une formidable bouffée d'air dans un monde en apnée.

You can purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/4c2vEYu

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read Sous les Platanes de Manhattan by Katherine Pancol.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2-level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Sous les Platanes de Manhattan by Katherine Pancol.

Elle y a vécu dix ans, elle y revient souvent. Arpente Manhattan, « trottine, émulsionne, bavarde ». Elle nous livre ses adresses, on rencontre ses amis - ce peintre qu'elle connut, doutant, tourmenté, devenu « grand », ce vieux saxophoniste qui a accompagné Judy Garland, Maurice Chevalier et qui joue dans un square pour quelques dollars, une vieille dame indigne... et tant d'autres.

C'est drôle, tendre, c'est Katherine dans son New York intime.

Katherine Pancol est l'un des plus grands phénomènes d'édition de ces dernières années. Elle est traduite dans une trentaine de pays. Son dernier roman, La mariée portait des bottes jaunes, est paru en 2023.

You can purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/3SbHOHQ

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read Le Misanthrope by Molière. 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Le Misanthrope by Molière 

The Misanthrope follows Alceste, a man who condemns the dishonesty and hypocrisy he sees in society while often failing to recognize his own flaws. In love with the flirtatious Célimène, he encounters a range of characters whose behavior he strongly disapproves of. Through the setting of a fashionable Parisian salon, Molière critiques the ambition, vanity, and cynicism of his time. While Alceste's refusal to accept lies and social pretenses can seem admirable, his rigid ideals also place him in conflict with the world around him. The Misanthrope is considered one of Molière's most complex plays because it captures the contradictions of both human nature and society.

You can purchase the book [Le Misanthrope: Molière, Chupeau, Jacques: 9782070449934: Amazon.com: Books]

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

In this course, students will read Les Mots by Jean-Paul Sartre.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Les Mots by Jean-Paul Sartre

"J'ai commencé ma vie comme je la finirai sans doute : au milieu des livres. Dans le bureau de mon grand-père, il y en avait partout ; défense était de les faire épousseter sauf une fois l'an, avant la rentrée d'octobre. Je ne savais pas encore lire que, déjà, je les révérais, ces pierres levées : droites ou penchées, serrées comme des briques sur les rayons de la bibliothèque ou noblement espacées en allées de menhirs, je sentais que la prospérité de notre famille en dépendait..."

You can purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/4bz0pEi

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read Un roi sans divertissement by Jean Giono.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students are responsible for purchasing the book. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Un roi sans divertissement by Jean Giono

Hiver 1843. De mystérieuses disparitions inquiètent les habitants d'un village perdu au coeur des Alpes. C'est alors que le capitaine de gendarmerie Langlois arrive pour mener l'enquête... Au fil des pages, le lecteur suit avec passion l'enchaînement des faits que reconstitue le narrateur. Il découvre peu à peu qu'il ne s'agit pas tant de résoudre une énigme que d'explorer les tréfonds de l'âme humaine. Jean Giono signe un roman fascinant, qui emprunte les codes du récit policier pour mieux s'en émanciper, et renouvelle le genre de la chronique littéraire.

You can purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/4bzy3d7

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

Le Chef-d’œuvre inconnu by Honoré de Balzac is a short story about art, creativity, and the pursuit of perfection. It follows an aging painter who becomes obsessed with creating the perfect masterpiece, blurring the line between artistic genius and madness. Through this story, Balzac explores the challenges of artistic creation and the complex relationship between vision and reality.

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment.

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert is a classic French novel about dreams, disappointment, and the search for happiness. It follows Emma Bovary, a young woman who longs for a more exciting and glamorous life. The story explores themes of love, ambition, and the gap between fantasy and reality. 

The book can be found here: Madame Bovary | Éditions CLE International

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

In this course, students will read a French literary classic over several weeks. Depending on the title, the course may feature an original work, an adapted edition, or a collection of shorter texts such as short stories or fables. Students will be responsible for completing the assigned reading before each class and are encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide discussions on the text, exploring its historical and cultural context, characters, literary style, major themes, and the author's intentions through both general discussion and close reading of selected passages. The course places a strong emphasis on spoken interaction, giving students opportunities to express their opinions, exchange ideas, and interpret the text together. 

We will explore la peine de mort (the death penalty) through the writings of Victor Hugo who argued against capital punishment.

Reading materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: General French B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4 or any B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  The class will be taught in French, with few English translations. Prerequisite: B1

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Part 1  

This course delves into the Belle Époque (1871–1914), a pivotal period of peace, progress, and cultural brilliance in Paris. From the rise of Haussmannian architecture and electrification to the universal expositions and the construction of the Eiffel Tower, students will  explore how Paris became the cultural capital of Europe. Through the study of key figures such as Sarah Bernhardt, Toulouse-Lautrec, and  Camille Claudel, among others, as well as period art, songs, posters, or press excerpts, learners will analyze, comment and discuss the social, artistic, and technological transformations that defined this golden age.   

Part 1: Paris, Capital of Modernity (1871–1900). This first part of this workshop examines the transformation of Paris following the fall of the Paris Commune in 1871, highlighting major urban developments, the introduction of electricity, the first metro lines, and the landmark Universal Expositions of 1889 and 1900. Students will also explore the emergence of Art Nouveau, the invention of cinema by the Lumière brothers, and the Eiffel Tower as an icon of modernity, using authentic visual and textual sources from the era. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Part 2  

This course delves into the Belle Époque (1871–1914), a pivotal period of peace, progress, and cultural brilliance in Paris. From the rise of Haussmannian architecture and electrification to the universal expositions and the construction of the Eiffel Tower, students will  explore how Paris became the cultural capital of Europe. Through the study of key figures such as Sarah Bernhardt, Toulouse-Lautrec, and  Camille Claudel, among others, as well as period art, songs, posters, or press excerpts, learners will analyze, comment and discuss the  social, artistic, and technological transformations that defined this golden age.   

Part 2: Montmartre, Cabarets, and the Artistic Explosion (1900–1914). The second part of this workshop immerses students in the bohemian atmosphere of early 20th-century Montmartre, with its famed cabarets (Le Chat Noir, Moulin Rouge), chansonniers, actresses, and avant-garde  painters. Through the works of Toulouse-Lautrec and literary voices such as Colette and Sarah Bernhardt, students will examine how Paris became a hub of artistic innovation while also confronting the era’s stark social contrasts between Parisian glamour and working-class hardship. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Explore contemporary French society through authentic documents. This course will look at clothing, social and cultural debates, modern writings, and other aspects of French society, to learn about today's France. Good for developing oral and written comprehension and expression.   

This is Part 2 of the course. It is not necessary to have taken Part 1.   

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.4, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 

This course explores the many faces of love in French cinema through three acclaimed films spanning four decades. From Éric Rohmer’s sun-drenched Pauline à la plage (1983) to Emmanuel Mouret’s witty and emotionally intricate Les choses qu'on dit, les choses qu'on fait (2020) and Arnaud Desplechin’s intimate adaptation of Philip Roth’s Tromperie (2021), we will examine how French filmmakers portray desire, fidelity, memory, and self-deception. Through close analysis of dialogue, character, and cinematic style, we will consider how these films challenge conventional ideas about romance while inviting us to reflect on the complexities of human relationships. 

We will read criticism and reviews of all three films to deepen your appreciation of them. 

Lastly, you’ll listen to and study popular songs from the periods and artists depicted in each film. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 15h

In this course focused on oral expression and listening comprehension, students will listen to podcasts and speculate together on subjects worthy of greater debate. The instructor will guide a discussion of current events, including important moments that characterize the Anthropocene and its effects. Students will also discuss topics related to science, societies, fauna and flora, and arts and culture, amongst others. These subjects will allow the class to reflect on and discuss the various stakes which constitute our current society. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

In this course focused on oral expression and listening comprehension, students will listen to podcasts and speculate together on subjects worthy of greater debate. The instructor will guide a discussion of current events, including important moments that characterize the Anthropocene and its effects. Students will also discuss topics related to science, societies, fauna and flora, and arts and culture, amongst others. These subjects will allow the class to reflect on and discuss the various stakes which constitute our current society. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

How can a serial rapist evade capture for more than thirty years? This six-week course explores the acclaimed French mini-series Sambre, inspired by one of the country's most shocking criminal cases. Each week we will watch an episode and read articles about the crimes, the investigation, and the making of the series. By comparing the drama with journalistic accounts and critical essays, we will examine how Sambre portrays institutional failure, the experiences of the victims, and the broader social attitudes that allowed the crimes to continue for decades. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor.  

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

This class is designed for students at the B2 level (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2 level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the B2 level (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2 level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Embark on a culinary and linguistic journey through the heart of France's culinary heritage! Indulge your senses and deepen your appreciation for the rich tapestry of French culture through the lens of its world-renowned gastronomy, with a focus on traditional holiday celebrations and dishes.  

Over 3 sessions and through a combination of interactive language lessons and gastronomic discussions, students will elevate their language skills while discovering the secrets behind classic French gastronomy. You will build upon your advanced language foundation by engaging in nuanced conversations about food, wine, and culinary experiences; and enhance your vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension while exploring gastronomic literature and resources. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2 level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

This class is designed for students at the B2 level (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) who wish to build fluency and confidence through immersive, action-oriented conversation practice. 

Each week, students will engage in small-group conversations, oral presentations, and short collaborative projects. The instructor will curate discussion topics and activities based on B2 level expectations, which students will explore organically during class, allowing for authentic, spontaneous exchange. Throughout the class, the instructor facilitates conversation and provides feedback on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation as it naturally arises from what students say, helping them refine their language in real time and in context. 

What is the difference between Guided Conversation and Oral Skills Lab classes? While Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, including weekly grammar and vocabulary review geared toward developing oral comprehension and expression, Guided Conversation classes offer a more relaxed format focused on reactivating and maintaining oral fluency, ideal for students preparing for travel or simply wishing to stay engaged with French. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: for students currently taking any B2 level classes (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4) or who received a placement of B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 or B2.4 on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

This class is designed for students at the end of the B2 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the C1 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the B2 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the B2+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions, ideal for students who want to build a strong foundation, track their progress, and move confidently toward the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

Are you curious about the historical development of sexual and gender identity categories? Interested in engaging with LGBTQIA+ studies from a critical, historical perspective? Would you also like to improve your French reading comprehension along the way?

Michel Foucault is one of the most influential French thinkers, whose texts and ideas help us understand how modern society has used sexuality as a sophisticated method of control. In this course, we will read and study together one of his best-known — and sometimes misunderstood — texts. By analyzing his History of Sexuality: The Will to Knowledge, we will discuss the shifting terrain of sexuality in the West, including the proliferation of sexual and gender identities we see today.

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course, or received a B2.1 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Regular

This class is designed for students at the end of the B2 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the C1 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the B2 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the B2+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions, ideal for students who want to build a strong foundation, track their progress, and move confidently toward the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is designed for students at the end of the B2 level who wish to put into practice, through speaking and oral comprehension, the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation expected at this level. Ideal for students who are getting ready for the C1 level, need further review and practice, or are preparing for the B2 DELF exam. 

Each week, a theme is explored through a reading and/or listening exercise appropriate to the level. Relevant vocabulary, pronunciation, and one or more grammar points at the B2+ level are reviewed based on support materials and put into practice through structured activities and a communicative approach. Throughout the course, students receive personalized and prompt feedback. Some written comprehension and production may be introduced in support of the targeted oral communication outcomes. 

What is the difference between Oral Skills Lab and Guided Conversation classes? While Guided Conversation classes offer a more organic format focused on spontaneous exchange, Oral Skills Lab classes follow a more structured curriculum, with dedicated grammar and vocabulary review incorporated into speaking practice, plus homework between sessions, ideal for students who want to build a strong foundation, track their progress, and move confidently toward the next level. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the C1 level.

• Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed, or C1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B2+ course or a C1 course upon approval (please take our C1 placement test and our Admissions Coordinator will contact you to assess your oral skills).


Pace: Intensive, 1 week

This course will allow you to travel in writing. You will work on notes & queries on travel, introducing the most beautiful country, region, or city you ever saw, describing a failed trip, writing about the best (or the worst) culinary experience, and sharing your thoughts about an unusual travel. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

In this Winter Special edition of our podcast course, students will work on oral expression and listening comprehension through audio content focused on seasonally relevant topics. Together, we will explore carefully selected podcasts related to winter themes such as holiday traditions, cultural rituals, the end-of-year spirit, and how societies reflect on the passing of time. Each session will include listening, vocabulary work, and in-depth discussion aimed at encouraging personal reflection and thoughtful debate. This is a great opportunity to improve your French while engaging with meaningful and timely subjects, all in a warm and friendly atmosphere.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students should already have completed the four-part B2 General French series (B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 and B2.4) or a B2 Review course before registering in a B2+ course. Students who have received a C1 result on the Level Assessment are also eligible to register. See our level progression guide on this page.

Join us for an engaging 2-hour workshop on the French conditional mood (le Conditionnel), where you'll review and deepen this essential aspect of French grammar through interactive learning and practical exercises. We'll explore how to form and use the conditional to express hypothetical situations, make polite requests, and discuss possibilities in French, using real-world examples from current news headlines and classic French songs. 

Through a blend of structured instruction and hands-on practice, including analysis of conditional usage in memorable songs like Jean-Jacques Goldman's "Si je t'aime", Angèle's "Oui ou Non" and Stromae's "Tous les Mêmes", you'll develop confidence in using this tense in both written and spoken French. 

The workshop is ideal for intermediate to advanced learners who already have basic knowledge of the conditional, and includes comprehensive materials to support your learning journey. By the end of the session, you'll have a solid understanding of when and how to use the conditional tense, enhancing your ability to communicate more naturally and effectively in French. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

In this course, students will read a selection of texts by Maupassant. Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a 19th-century French author, celebrated as a master of the short story and associated with the naturalist literary school of thought, depicting human lives, destinies, and social forces in disillusioned and often pessimistic terms.

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. All reading materials will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisite:  B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

In this course, students will read selections from Orphée and La Machine Infernale by Jean Cocteau, to explore and analyze Greek mythology through a modern and poetic lens. 

Students will be responsible for weekly assigned readings and encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning platform. During class, the instructor will guide the discussion about the weekly reading, touching on relevant historical and cultural context, character development, major themes, and overall impressions through general questions as well as close readings. Students can purchase the books or receive a PDF from the instructor.

Books can be purchased here:

Le testament d’Orphée
https://a.co/d/00zzZxuW

La machine infernale
https://a.co/d/0eV3LAUK
 

Prerequisite: General French B2.1, B2.2 or B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

Make French Crêpes in this experiential Workshop! 

Travel to Brittany, this beautiful region of the West of France for an evening, through the art of crêpe-making and the opinions of a proud Breton. We’ll talk about the geography, the culture, the traditions of the region. We’ll also learn how to make its most famous dish, “La crêpe”, its toppings, through a demonstration and sampling.  The class will be taught in French, with few English translations. Prerequisite: B1

This class is taught by Emma Le Du, a French native from Brittany. Crêpes and galettes are a long-rooted geographic and family tradition which represent the authenticity and excellence of the region. Emma is passionate about finding the essence of things,  particularly as it relates to sense of place and group dynamics. That’s what she loves about being a tour guide to Brittany. When not in Brittany, Emma resides in the Pacific Northwest. When not teaching, she runs a non profit (TINFA), empowering teachers through technology and collaboration in under-served areas of Latin America. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

In this course focused on oral expression and listening comprehension, students will listen to podcasts and speculate together on subjects worthy of greater debate. The instructor will guide a discussion of current events, including important moments that characterize the Anthropocene and its drifts. Students will also discuss topics related to science, societies, fauna and flora, and arts and culture, amongst others. These subjects will allow the class to reflect on and discuss the various stakes which constitute our current society. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: B2.3 or B2+ course, or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

Conducted in an interactive and fun manner, this workshop will focus on helping you master the common difficulties of French grammar! 

This course can be taken more than once as content is adapted based on the students who have registered (returning students will study new material).  

Prerequisite: General French B1.3 course, B1 Review, or B2.1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper B1 independent level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, twice per week, total of 15h

This class is designed for students wishing to strengthen their vocabulary and grammar at the upper advanced level. Each week, through a study in areas such as politics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more, students will have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their linguistic skills in the language, review grammatical concepts, and develop their cultural understanding of France and the francophone world. No textbook required for this course. 

Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed or B2.3/C1 result on the Level Assessment. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This intensive week is designed to strengthen major skills acquired during the B2 level in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This class can help you to boost your French or simply to give you more confidence and enhance your knowledge before joining the C1 level.

• Prerequisite: B2.3 course completed, or C1 result at placement test. New students and students returning after more than three quarters are required to take a short online placement test.

• Next course: A specialized B2+ course or a C1 course upon approval (please take our C1 placement test and our Admissions Coordinator will contact you to assess your oral skills).


Pace: Intensive, 1 week

Think you'll never get along with the Subjunctive? This workshop will change your mind! Dive into the Subjunctive mood, explore its common uses, and uncover its nuances with a fun and practical approach. All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: students must be at the B1 or B2 level 

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Welcome to our workshop series Voyages Extraordinaires!  

Dive into Guadeloupe with instructor Frédéric Dugenet. Frédéric lived in Guadeloupe while completing his Fulbright Teacher's Exchange and has lead numerous study abroad trips on the island.  Originally named Karukera, which means “Beautiful Water”, we will discover the white sand beaches of the main island and smaller coral clusters. With a plethora of natural beauty, we will also explore their volcanic islands and stunning national parks. As well as smaller peripheral islands such as Les Saintes, La Désirade, Marie Galante. 

Learn how their unique Creole culture is showcased in food, language, and art, and hear firsthand what it is like to live on this breathtaking island.   

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Immerse yourself in the heart of southern France with instructor Frédéric Dugenet, who grew up in Provence! He will mention places that are off the beaten track and focus on regional differences between standard French and Provençal-accented French.  Learn where and when to see the best lavender fields, explore the Calanques national park between Marseille and Cassis, learn how to make the most of your farmer’s market experience, which hill top villages are the most photogenic and where the best beaches are located.  In a nutshell, experience the art of living well “à la provençale!” 

Prerequisite: B1.3, B1+ or B2.1 course completed, or B2.1/B2.2 result on the Level Assessment. 
Pace: Workshop (one session)

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 7.5h

This class is a film-centered language class, dedicated to building oral comprehension and communication skills. Through film, students will enhance their knowledge of spoken French of all levels—formal, standard, and informal—as well as their French cultural literacy. 
 
Award Winning Contemporary French Films are accessible to French learners by having dialogues that are not too complex and lengthy or having enough visual scenes to contextualize the language.  

In this class, we will begin with “The Artist” and “The Triplets of Belleville,” (Fall 1 & 2) two nearly silent films that highlight the power of visual storytelling and lend themselves well to visual analysis and thoughtful discussion. With minimal dialogue, they rely on imagery, movement, and music to convey emotion and narrative. We will also watch “Amélie” (Fall 3) a visually distinctive film known for its bold use of color, creative camera work, and unique cinematic style, making it a standout of modern French cinema. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: Once a week (course duration varies)

The first sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to present the theme of a document, provide a synthesis, support a point of view or personal opinion with both primary and secondary arguments, and offer advice.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Défi 5 textbook and workbook
C1.1 : Units 1, 2 and 3

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h
Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

The first sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to present the theme of a document, provide a synthesis, support a point of view or personal opinion with both primary and secondary arguments, and offer advice.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.1 : Units 1, 2 and 3

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

The second sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to denounce inequality and other social injustices, summarize a speech, and share personal experiences related to the themes. Students will also continue to master the different registers of language, both formal and informal, and practice analyzing artworks, songs, and poems.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.2 : Units 4, 5 and 6

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

The fourth and final sublevel in C1 (Expert). Through authentic texts, videos, and reports, students will broaden their general and specialized vocabulary while mastering the grammatical structures necessary to write argumentative and editorial texts, engage in debate, and share personal experiences related to the themes of the course.

Textbook (not included in tuition): Edito C1 2022-2024 version
C1.4 : Units 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students who never took classes at the C1 level, as well as all new students, must take our online placement test and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course.
Contrary to lower levels, the C1 General French classes (C1.1, C1.2, C1.3) can be taken in any order. 

Next course: Students may take any C1 level General French course, Specialized class or Workshop.


Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 20h

This course will allow you to travel in writing. You will work on notes & queries on travel, introducing the most beautiful country, region, or city you ever saw, describing a failed trip, writing about the best (or the worst) culinary experience, and sharing your thoughts about an unusual travel. 

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

 
Prerequisite: students should already have completed a B2.4, B2+ or C1 course, or received a C1 result on the Level Assessment. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. See our level progression guide on this page. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week.  

No textbook is required for this course, all materials will be provided by the instructor. 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. See our level progression guide on this page. 

A class for fluent students wishing to perfect their linguistic and cultural understanding in areas such as geopolitics and economics, literature and history, the arts, and many more. Students will focus on formulating ideas and opinions with precision and on discussing clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects. 

Course materials—including newspaper articles, TV, and radio shows—are to be studied before class; expect approximately two hours of autonomous study per week. All course materials will be provided by the instructor 

Prerequisite: Both former and current AFSeattle students, as well as all new students, must take our Level Assessment and complete an oral assessment to confirm their level prior to enrolling in their first C1 level course. 

Pace: 5 weeks, once a week, total of 10h

It's time to live in French! Join us for a unique half-day immersion experience designed to help you socialize, speak, discover, play, eat, and even breathe in French alongside fellow francophiles. Led by our long-time instructor Patrick, this engaging program combines cultural exploration, conversation, games, movement, and community to recreate the feeling of being on a French immersion trip without leaving Seattle.  

Sample activities may include:  

Start with the essential: Enjoy breakfast with delicious French pastries (included)  

Discover: Explore the French-speaking world through discussions, cultural topics, travel stories, short films, or documentaries.  

Play: Have fun while practicing French with board games, interactive activities, or a scavenger hunt through the historic Good Shepherd Center.  

Be active: Speak French while walking and exploring the Wallingford neighborhood, Meridian Park, and the Good Shepherd Center grounds. 

Relax: Enjoy informal conversation opportunities in a supportive environment where communication matters more than perfection. Conclude the session with a short relaxation activity.   

A more detailed program will be provided for each event.  

Pace: Workshop (one session)

Join us for this 10-week Mat Pilates course designed to help you build strength, improve posture, and move with greater confidence. Taught entirely in French, these classes are suitable for all levels and require no previous Pilates experience. 

Each session focuses on developing core strength, stability, flexibility, and body awareness through controlled, low-impact movements that can be adapted to meet individual needs. Whether you are new to Pilates or looking to deepen your practice, each session offers options and progressions that allow you to work at your own level. 

Practicing Pilates in French creates an immersive learning experience where movement and language naturally reinforce one another. As you build strength, balance, and body awareness, you'll also become more comfortable understanding and using French vocabulary related to movement and the body in a relaxed, supportive setting. 

The class is open to all levels of French starting at A1+. Open to all levels of Pilates. Participants must be 18 years or older and bring their own yoga mat. 

This Mat Pilates course is designed to help you build strength, improve posture, and move with greater confidence. Taught entirely in French, these classes are suitable for all levels and require no previous Pilates experience. There are 13 class sessions in total, sold in packages of 3 or 4 classes. Repetition and purchasing multiple packages is encouraged! 

Each session focuses on developing core strength, stability, flexibility, and body awareness through controlled, low-impact movements that can be adapted to meet individual needs. Whether you are new to Pilates or looking to deepen your practice, each session offers options and progressions that allow you to work at your own level. 

Practicing Pilates in French creates an immersive learning experience where movement and language naturally reinforce one another. As you build strength, balance, and body awareness, you'll also become more comfortable understanding and using French vocabulary related to movement and the body in a relaxed, supportive setting. 

The class is open to all levels of French starting at A1+. Open to all levels of Pilates. Participants must be 18 years or older and bring their own yoga mat. 

Pace: 10 weeks, once a week, total of 10h