Rich, diverse Francophone cultures are found all over the world. Reading and writing in French can help you appreciate and connect with new cultures as well as advance your career and build your confidence in speaking French.
Our engaging courses are designed to broaden your vocabulary, help you understand and synthesize complex texts, build your sense of self in written French and deepen your love of the language. Through writing assignments, activities and readings, and support from our passionate and experienced instructors, you can expect to come away with the appropriate training to achieve your personal or professional goals.
Offered at a range of levels, our courses may be taken individually or combined with other French courses, including French conversation, to complete a credential. Before registering, please take our self-assessment to determine the level best suited to your experience and skills.
Student Spotlight
Becoming bilingual
Janet’s French journey intensified when she signed a pledge to become bilingual as a requirement of her federal government job in Canada. The French reading and writing courses at UBC Extended Learning helped enrich her vocabulary and improve her ease with the language—and the benefits didn’t stop there.
“These courses have helped me rewire my brain to think differently, as well as reach a deeper understanding and appreciation of French culture.”
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.
