The Cief offers semester-long courses in French language. These courses are aimed at all students from beginner (A1) to advanced (C2) level and lead to a University Diploma of French Studies (DUEF).
Work in small groups (14 to 20 students) and the diversity of classroom practices ensure your progress.
- Preregistration
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Preregistration must be done online on the eCandidat platform. Take note: this procedure does not apply to students currently registered at the CIEF.
The necessary documents must be deposited on the platform before the end of the pre-registration campaign. They are accepted in French, English and Spanish.
The CIEF reserves the right to request additional documents.
Take note: no files are accepted by post.The support costs are not refundable under any circumstances. In addition to the price of the course, they are valid for one academic year.
PRE-REGISTRATION ON-LINE : plateforme e.CandidatTake note: the closing of pre-registration is effective as soon as the reception capacity of the Centre is reached, it is therefore likely to be brought forward.
Pre-registration rejection clause by the CIEF: in the event of a file that does not meet the required conditions or if the reception capacity is reached, the CIEF reserves the right not to accept the file.Important: a preregistration certificate is sent to the applicant after validation of their file (favourable opinion).
This certificate will be used for the long-stay visa application for studies (VLS-TS).
NB.: once the visa has been obtained for a training course, it will not be possible to change that training. - Rate
- Rate per semester : 1 775 €
Support cost : 100 €
CVEC tax (2024/25) : 103 € - Prerequisites / Target public
- At the time of pre-regisration
- hold a diploma confirming the completion of secondary studies equivalent to the Baccalaureate, and/or a higher education diploma
Optional diplomas to be presented before the start of the course, if you wish to be placed in the next level *:- DUEF (for example, if you obtained a DUEF A2 at the CUEF in Grenoble, you will be placed at level B1 at the CIEF).
- DELF, DALF, provided that you have obtained a minimum of 15/25 in all skills.
- TCF valid, provided that you score at least 150 points in A1, 250 in A2, 350 in B1, 450 in B2 and 550 in C1, and 15/20 in written and oral expression.
*valid only for first-time CIEF registration.
- Organisation
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Semester courses :
- from September to December OR
- from January to May
- 240 hours / semester
- 12 or 13 weeks
- Schedule
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Class schedules are organized according to the following 2 models *
Model 1
SCHEDULE MO TU WE TH FR 8-13 am 12-17 am 17-19 am Model 2
SCHEDULE MO TU WE TH FR 8-13 am 12 - 17 am 17 - 19 am COURSE SHEETS for all levels (20 hours)
CONFERENCE only for levels B2 (Monday or Thursday), C1 and C2 (Monday)
*Please organize your personal and professional schedule outside the colored slots.
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF A1 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
The A1 level (Elementary Discovery) introduces you to the French language. You will learn the basics of communication. At the end of the course, you will be able to interact in a basic way and to satisfy concrete needs: greeting, introducing yourself, asking questions... |
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF A2 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
The A2 level (Beginner) allows you to develop your communication skills in French. At the end of the course, you will be able to interact in a simple way in various contexts: friendly, personal or professional. |
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF B1 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
At level B1 (Threshold level), you are considered to be an independent person in French language and culture: you can handle a concrete and simple situation in the field of family, friends, work, leisure, etc. |
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF B2 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
At level B2 (Advanced or Independent), you are considered to be independent in the French language and culture, and can deal with concrete, abstract or complex subjects in writing and speaking. |
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF C1 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
At level C1 (so-called Experienced), you are considered autonomous in the French language. You can interact effectively and fluently with your social and professional environment. |
| University Diploma in French Studies DUEF C2 Semester 1 Semester 2 |
At level C2 (Experienced), you have a good command of the French language: you can express yourself fluently, without difficulty and precisely, in social, family and professional contexts. |