Very intensive French course at French-Paris
How does a very intensive French course at French-Paris differ from a standard general French language course.
By offering more teaching time and a greater emphasis on practical communication skills, the French-Paris very intensive courses are designed for foreign students who want to make faster progress, in their French language abilities and focus on their specific needs during their language stay in Paris.
An intensive French course at French-Paris Language School differs from a standard general French language course and here are a few key points:
More lessons per week: a very intensive French course offers more teaching hours (*) compared to standard courses.
Below you will find examples of a very intensive French course:
- the Intensive French Course D provides 29 hours of lessons per week,
- the super-intensive course G offers 32 hours of teaching per week,
- the E super-intensive course includes 35 hours of French lessons per week.
(*) one hour = 60 minutes
Compared to French language schools publishing and promoting their French courses in ‘lessons’ (**) our very intensive courses include the following in 45 minutes’ lessons:
- the Intensive French Course D provides 38 lessons/week
- the super-intensive course G offers 42 lessons/week,
- the E super-intensive course includes 46 lessons/week.
(**) a lesson = 45 minutes
How does an intensive French course at French-Paris differ from a standard general French language course:
Additional afternoon classes: While standard general French courses typically take place in the mornings, French-Paris very intensive courses include additional afternoon classes. The Intensive French Course D of 29 hours of lessons per week has morning classes from 9:00 to 13:00 plus three afternoon lessons from 14:00 to 17:00, the super-intensive course G of 32 hours per week has morning classes plus four afternoon lessons and the E super-intensive course has morning classes plus five afternoon lessons, Monday to Friday.
Greater focus on communication: Two afternoon classes on Monday and Friday put more emphasis on oral communication activities. They complement the morning course by providing extra time for speaking practice, debates, presentations, role-plays…
Greater focus on grammar and written French: Three afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are dedicated to grammar and written French activities. These lessons support students in improving their understanding and use of French grammar as well as working on their writing technique.
Greater focus on French exam preparation: Two afternoon classes on Tuesday and Thursday are dedicated to French exam preparation supporting students to prepare their French exam with confidence.
Faster progress: The additional hours and focus on communication, written French or exam preparation are designed to help students improve their French skills more rapidly compared to standard general French courses.
Comprehensive approach: Each French-Paris intensive courses aim to cover all aspects of language learning, including grammar, vocabulary, phonetics, and the four key skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking), but with added depth and focus because of the extra tuition hours.
By offering more teaching time and a greater emphasis on practical communication skills, the French-Paris intensive courses are designed for students who want to make faster progress, in their French language abilities and focus on their specific needs during their stay in Paris.
Contact French-Paris and we will advise you on the course best suited to your needs.
