French Language Courses for Adults
OUR FRENCH COURSES FOR ADULTS
Learn French in France or Switzerland with Alpadia Language Schools, part of the Kaplan family
All our French language courses are now also available online. Find out more!
Coronavirus updates
We are pleased to announce our Montreux school is now open. Our Lyon school will be opening on June 22.
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Prepare for an official French exam: DELF or DALF
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20 years of experience in providing language education to students from all over the world
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Full immersion experience including an exciting weekly social program
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Swiss quality standards in all our schools ensure that students get the most out of their learning experience
CHOOSE YOUR FRENCH COURSE
We provide French courses in Lyon and Montreux to suit students of all levels, from two-week intensives for beginners to longer academic programs for entry into universities in France and Switzerland. We are an official center for the TCF exam and are close to regional DELF/DALF exam locations.
STANDARD FRENCH COURSES
Improve your general French skills and enjoy free time in the afternoons
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INTENSIVE & PREMIUM FRENCH COURSE
Study French more in-depth and make rapid progress
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COMBI FRENCH COURSES
Combine group French lessons with private lessons to gain a deeper knowledge of the language
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FRENCH EXAM PREP COURSES
Prepare for the DELF or DALF and improve your chances of gaining a high test score
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UNIVERSITY PATHWAY COURSES
Ideal for students who wish to pursue higher education in France or Switzerland
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PRIVATE & ONLINE LESSONS
Private tuition tailored to your individual aims and needs – study at school or home
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STANDARD FRENCH COURSES
Standard 20
Our Standard 20 courses are an excellent choice if you want to improve your general linguistic communication skills and still have free time on your hands. Classes usually take place in the morning, so that you can make the most of your time off in the afternoon and take part in the activities that the school offers.
*Please speak to an advisor for start dates for absolute beginners
INTENSIVE & PREMIUM FRENCH COURSES
INTENSIVE 25
The Intensive 25 course differs from the Standard 20 course in that it offers a more in-depth study of the language thanks to five additional lessons per week dedicated to oral communication. You’ll be then able to practice and improve your communication skills.
*Please speak to an advisor for start dates for absolute beginners
PREMIUM 30
This Premium 30 course is suitable for motivated students wishing to make rapid progress. The sixth daily lesson added to the Intensive 25 course is focused on writing skills organised in a mini-group with a maximum of eight participants. This is a quick and effective option to improve your oral and written communication skills.
*Please speak to an advisor for start dates for absolute beginners
COMBI FRENCH COURSES
COMBI 5 & 10 COURSES
This course combines group learning with private lessons in order to acquire a deeper knowledge of French. Tailor-made activities will prepare students for future language challenges in various domains such as Business, Engineering, Finance, Gastronomy, Journalism, Tourism, etc.
*Please speak to an advisor for start dates for absolute beginners
FRENCH EXAM PREP COURSES
EXAM PREP 30
Ideal for students wishing to prepare for an exam in an intensive way, this program includes 2 daily preparatory lessons to study the content of the chosen exam. This is in addition to the Standard 20 lessons.
UNIVERSITY PATHWAY COURSES
UNIVERSITY PATHWAY
This program is ideal for those who want to pursue academic studies in a French-speaking country. Following the study plan suited to your language level, this course will prepare you for higher education with a C1 level in French.
PRIVATE & ONLINE LESSONS
PRIVATE & ONLINE LESSONS
* Intensity and duration based on your needs
The Private course is tailor-made to your individual aims. You will work on the skills you personally wish to develop and progress according to your goals, all at your own pace. Private tuition may cover specific topics including culture, business, finance and healthcare, preparing you for particular situations you may encounter in your field of work or study. Private lessons can either take place in person at the school or can be taken online from your home or office.