- all teachers are certified to teach French to foreign students - validation of your mastering of French - The ILCF has the advantage of being located in the heart of the historical center of Lyon which is classified a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. - Lyon is the second largest city in France, an economic and cultural hub of the country.
ILCFAbout the
French Language and Culture Institute (ILCF). The Institute has specialized in teaching French to non-native speakers since 1948. It belongs to the Literature and Languages Department of the Catholic University of Lyon. Being a part of a much larger university provides those enrolled in our Institute with a student status, a university setting and many opportunities for a quality education.
The ILCF is very experienced in welcoming foreign students and has the advantage of being located in the heart of the historical center of Lyon which is classified a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Moreover, Lyon is the second largest city in France, an economic and cultural hub of the country. You can make Lyon your place to discover French culture.
Université Catholique de Lyon About the
The Catholic University of Lyon was founded in 1875 and combines respect for Christian heritage with a spirit of openness. With its location at the heart of a regional capital, its close ties to business and strong international links, it seeks to promote academic excellence, creativity and integrity.
Focus of Study : These courses are for international students, adults, technicians, researchers... of all levels in French language
Benefit, Goad of this course :
to obtain and develop oral and written abilities in French to prepare for the DELF and the DALF exams.
Curriculum :
This intensive program is composed of 16 hours per week. Courses take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the morning or in the afternoon. Workshops take place in the evenings and on Wednesdays. The ILCF Lyon welcomes students of all levels: A1: Breakthrough A2: Elementary B1: Threshold B2: Vantage C1: Operational C2: Mastery. We organize a mandatory test to evaluate your written and oral proficiency in French so that we can place you in the appropriate level group.
Focus of Study : These courses are for international students, adults, technicians, researchers... of all levels in French language
Benefit, Goad of this course :
to obtain and develop oral and written abilities in French to prepare for the DELF and the DALF exams.
Curriculum :
This intensive program is composed of 16 hours per week. Courses take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the morning or in the afternoon. Workshops take place in the evenings and on Wednesdays. The ILCF Lyon welcomes students of all levels: A1: Breakthrough A2: Elementary B1: Threshold B2: Vantage C1: Operational C2: Mastery. We organize a mandatory test to evaluate your written and oral proficiency in French so that we can place you in the appropriate level group.
Focus of Study : These courses are for international students, adults, technicians, researchers... of all levels in French language
Benefit, Goad of this course : to obtain and develop oral and written abilities in French
to prepare for the DELF and the DALF exams.
Curriculum :
Level Test Complete Beginner A1: Breakthrough A2: Elementary B1: Threshold B2: Vantage C1: Operational C2: Mastery We organize a mandatory test to evaluate your written and oral proficiency in French so that we can place you in the appropriate level group.
Courses are created to help develop oral and written expression and comprehension abilities. The goal is an effective autonomy in using French by learning grammar, vocabulary and French culture. Diverse language activities are offered including exercise workbooks, exercise books and original documents (press, advertising, comics, literature, videos, etc.). Integrative excursions allow students to get to know the City of Lyon (markets, train stations, cafes, librairies and neighborhood visits, francophone week). Courses require the active participation of students. Organization This intensive program is composed of 20 hours per week. Courses take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the morning or in the afternoon. Workshops take place in the evenings and on Wednesdays.
Focus of Study : These courses are for international students, adults, technicians, researchers... of all levels in French language
Benefit, Goad of this course : to obtain and develop oral and written abilities in French
to prepare for the DELF and the DALF exams.
Curriculum :
Level Test Complete Beginner A1: Breakthrough A2: Elementary B1: Threshold B2: Vantage C1: Operational C2: Mastery We organize a mandatory test to evaluate your written and oral proficiency in French so that we can place you in the appropriate level group.
Courses are created to help develop oral and written expression and comprehension abilities. The goal is an effective autonomy in using French by learning grammar, vocabulary and French culture. Diverse language activities are offered including exercise workbooks, exercise books and original documents (press, advertising, comics, literature, videos, etc.). Integrative excursions allow students to get to know the City of Lyon (markets, train stations, cafes, librairies and neighborhood visits, francophone week). Courses require the active participation of students. Organization This intensive program is composed of 20 hours per week. Courses take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the morning or in the afternoon. Workshops take place in the evenings and on Wednesdays.
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Fees
School's Admin fee
(EURO)€ 95
Tuition
16 Week
36 Week
Week
Week
Week
(EURO)€ 2,465 / Week
(EURO)€ 4,340 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
(EURO)€ 100
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
4 weeks
(EURO)€ 650
(EURO)€ 365
(EURO)€ 350
Airport Pickup
(EURO)€ 120
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
1) A room in the Saint Laurent House, one of the UCLy residences
-just 10 minutes’ walk from ILCF
-individual room
-shared bathrooms and toilets on every floor
-shared equipped kitchens
-Monthly rent (rate for the 2021/2022 academic year) : 423€ (all included)
www.mde-lyon.fr
the ULCy residences only accommodate student under 30 years old.
For more details and if you wish to make a booking, please let us know as soon as possible
2) We have several partnerships with private students residences which rent out studio flats
-Fully furnished studio flat from 15m2 with equipped kitchen area (hot plate, fridge, microwave oven) and bathroom
-Monthly rent : from 500€ (excluding electricity)
-Deposit : 1 or 2 months’ rent (refundable)
-Free or discounted processing fees for students at UCLy with some residence partners
We can recommend www.cardinalcampus.fr or www.gestetud.fr
3) Accommodation with a French family (subject to availability)
Most of our families live in the nice suburb of Lyon. It never takes more than 40 minutes to go to ILCF by public transport.
This option includes
-Individual room
-shared bathroom with the family
-half-board during the week and full board at week-ends (rate : 680€) or half-board during the week (650€)
-Processing fees : 60€
-the full stay has to be paid in advance.
We usually recommend to stay with families for one semester. Then, students can extend their stay or change accommodation.
Surrounding Area
The city of Lyon is a cultural center. You
can go to the Opera and to the National Orchestra of Lyon, or to the National Conservatory
of Music and the «Théâtre National Populaire». Sciences are also well represented
in Lyon because the city has many international research centers for rare
diseases (laboratoire P4) and research centers for cancer (le Centre Léon
Bérard). As far as industry is concerned, chemistry takes an important role at
the French Institute of Petrol and at Rhône Poulenc. Lyon is also the European
headquarters of Interpol and Euronews (an informational TV channel broadcasted
in every European language). In choosing Lyon, you have the possibility to
study at the Catholic University, in one of the three Universities or in a «Grande
Ecole» (for example the School of Architecture, the National school of Construction,
the School of Management of Lyon and the School of Theatre). History of Lyon,
from Lugdunum to today Lyon was once called Lugdunum and was the Roman capital of
Three Gauls. It was also a major European crossroads and capital of printing
during the sixteenth century. Moreover, Lyon is the capital of silk and represented
the end of the silk road from China. Many famous people were born in Lyon including
André Marie Ampère (discoverer of electromagnetism), the Lumière brothers (inventors
of cinema) and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (aviator and author of the Petit
Prince). Lyon has been the center of many great historical events. The work of
the canuts (silk weavers) made Lyon an important city during the Industrial
Revolution. During World War II, the Prefect Jean Moulin made Lyon the center
of the Resistance movement. Lyon is also the capital of gastronomy. Beaujolais
wine is made in the nearby countryside. It is served often with Lyon sausage or
a plate of delicious quenelles.
Facilities
School facilities include computer, student's lounge, library, drink corner and multi-media room.
Getting to the school from the airport
ILCF Lyon is located downtown and can be reached by subway (Bellecour, lines A and D) or by tramway «Rhôneexpress» from the International Airport Lyon Saint-Exupéry. From Part-Dieu Railway Station : take subway line B direction «Gare d’Oullins». Then take line D at «Saxe-Gambetta» direction «Gare de Vaise» and exit at the «Bellecour « stop. From Perrache Railway Station: take subway line A direction «Vaulx-en-Velin - Laurent Bonnevay» then exit two stops after, at the «Bellecour» stop.
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