French is an important language used in government, business, international development and diplomacy. Being able to communicate effectively in French can enrich your travels, help you appreciate new cultures and their stories, deepen family relationships and advance your career.
Our interactive courses are taught by passionate, experienced instructors in a welcoming and immersive environment conducive to learning. Through speaking and interacting with your classmates in authentic and realistic scenarios, you can quickly build confidence, improve fluency and put your learning into practice in your personal or professional life.
Offered at a range of levels, our courses may be taken individually or combined with other French courses, including french reading and writing options, to complete a credential. If you’re not sure where to start, read our overview of course language levels to find the appropriate option for your experience and skills.
Student Spotlight
Exploring and embracing French
A trip to Québec inspired Nelson to learn French. He has since taken Extended Learning French classes and attended the French Summer Institute. Nelson seeks out every opportunity to practice his French and dreams of visiting Paris one day.
“What was fun and surprising was that I found myself speaking French to people, even when the class was over.”
Expand your French language skills in this part-time program, and prepare for study, travel or doing business at home or throughout the French-speaking world.