Aix-Marseille Université

Study in France - French Language & Culture (in French) - ISEP Exchange

The French Language & Culture program is an excellent option for students at all French language levels! Students take courses alongside other international students at their language level. This fully immersive program focuses on French conversation and phonetics and also gives students the opportunity to participate in thematic workshops such as: Business French, French History, French Cinema, etc. Each semester offers 20 hours of class per week, allowing students to obtain an Aix-Marseille University Diploma (D.U. of French Language & Culture) and 30 ECTS credits per semester.

HOUSING AND MEALS

ISEP students live in a university residence hall and recieve a meal stipend. 

Program Website

Course Description

To gain a full understanding of how Language & Culture programs work at ISEP, please review the ISEP Country Handbook for France here.

Course descriptions are listed below by language level. Please use the following links: 

Program Organization By Semester and Level

Course descriptions by Language Level: 
Course descriptions SM1 Level A1
Course descriptions SM1 Level A2
Course descriptions SM1 Level B1
Course descriptions SM1 Level B1+
Course descriptions SM1 Level B2,B2+
Course descriptions SM2 Level A1
Course descriptions SM2 Level A2
Course descriptions SM2 Level B1
Course descriptions SM2 Level B2
Course descriptions SM2 Level C1
Course descriptions SM1 Level B1+ ENGLISH VERSION
Course descriptions SM1 Level B1 ENGLISH VERSION
Course descriptions SM1 Level A2 ENGLISH VERSION
Course descriptions SM1 Level A1 ENGLISH VERSION

ISEP STUDENT SERVICES OFFICER Gretchen McCarthy 703-504-9980 | gmccarthy@isep.org Thanks for your interest in ISEP Study Abroad! I’m your Student Services Officer and main point of contact here at ISEP. As you search for programs, I'll be available to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at any point in your search process for help, tips or advice.

Academics

Undergraduate
(in French)

*This program is OK for Sophomores

Fields of Study

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures Recommended!

    French Language and Literature

  • Language and Culture Recommended!

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
  • LPR Required
  • LPR Writing Score: <A1 - Novice Mid-Low
  • LPR Reading Score: <A1 - Novice Mid-Low
  • LPR Listening Score: <A1 - Novice Mid-Low
  • LPR Speaking Score: <A1 - Novice Mid-Low
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

All students, even those with little to no French background, must submit a Language Proficency Review. Students below the A2 level do not need to submit a French language essay with their application. 

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Learning

Other Academic Conditions

Students will take a placement test through Aix-Marseille to determine their language level on arrival. 

Students may not enroll in the SUFLE program alongside regular university courses. 

All students, even those with little to no French background, must submit a Language Proficency Review. Students below the A2 level do not need to submit a French language essay with their application. 

PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible. 

VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.

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