French Language Courses and Cultural Immersion
Improve your French while discovering French culture
The French language and cultural immersion course combines 15 hours of general French instruction and 5 hours of cultural and language workshops per week, for a total of 20 hours of instruction.
In addition to general French classes, the workshops help you develop your speaking skills, expand your vocabulary, and gain a better understanding of French culture, heritage, and way of life. This program is ideal for learners who want to make rapid progress while experiencing true cultural immersion.
It also serves as an excellent stepping stone before enrolling in the DELF/DALF preparation course, helping students build the language skills and confidence needed to approach an official exam with confidence.
The Benefits of French Classes with Activities
20 hours of group classes per week
15 hours of general French + 5 hours of cultural and language workshops
Classes Monday through Friday mornings
Workshops on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
Classes with a maximum of 13 students
6 levels, from beginner to advanced (A1 to C2)
Why choose this French course?
Learning a language also means discovering the culture surrounding it.
In addition to general French classes, the workshops invite you to practice the language in a variety of contexts, develop your speaking skills, and explore the many facets of French culture. Organized in small groups, they encourage interaction, spontaneity, and rapid progress in a friendly, international atmosphere.
This program is designed for learners who wish to enhance their French language skills through a dynamic and interactive approach, while acquiring the necessary foundations to continue their journey toward preparing for the DELF/DALF or toward another learning goal.
A course program featuring language workshops
The course includes:
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m., with a 20-minute break mid-morning
held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
Depending on the time of year and grade level, the workshops may focus on:
- Oral Conversation and Interaction: Building Confidence in Speaking.
- Phonetics and Pronunciation: Improving Comprehension and Fluency in Spoken Language.
- Creative Writing and Improving Written Expression: Expanding Your Vocabulary and Gaining Confidence in Writing.
- Daily Life and Immersion Activities: Practicing French through everyday situations, outings, and activities that encourage conversation.
- The French Way of Life: Discover French culture through cuisine, traditions, heritage, and cultural norms.
Regular evaluations allow us to track your progress and help you achieve your goals.
Why Choose the Institut De Touraine?
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Over 100 years of expertise in teaching French as a foreign language
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Certified teachers specializing in French as a Foreign Language (FLE)
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A communicative and interactive teaching approach
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Small-group workshops
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A historic campus in the heart of Tours
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A complete immersion in the French language and culture
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Placement Test Before Your Arrival
Enrollment is open year-round (specific dates for complete beginners)
Stays ranging from 1 to 48 weeks
Certificate of Completion issued at the end of the program
Who is this program for?
This program is designed for anyone who wants to learn French while enjoying a cultural experience in France. It is suitable for students, adults, travelers, and anyone who wants to improve their French in a friendly setting, without the goal of taking an exam.
What is the required level of French?
Classes are open to all levels, from beginners to advanced learners. Before your stay begins, a placement test will help place you in a group that matches your skill level to ensure you make appropriate progress.
Why Learn French Through Cultural Immersion?
Immersion allows you to immediately put what you learn in class into practice. Ordering at a restaurant, chatting with other students, visiting a castle, or participating in a workshop are all opportunities to naturally develop your listening and speaking skills. This approach promotes rapid progress while making the learning experience more engaging.
Can I participate if I'm traveling alone?
Yes. Many students enroll at the Institut de Touraine on their own. The classes and activities provide opportunities to meet participants from all over the world in a friendly, international atmosphere.
What types of accommodations are available?
There are severalaccommodation options availablein Tours, depending on your preferences: host family, student residence, or independent housing. Staying with a host family offers the most immersive experience, as it allows you to practice French on a daily basis and discover the French way of life.
Why choose Tours for a language study trip?
Located in the heart of the Loire Valley and just one hour from Paris, Tours is an ideal city for learning French. Its exceptional heritage, student-friendly atmosphere, manageable size, and proximity to the famous châteaux of the Loire Valley offer a unique setting for linguistic and cultural immersion.