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Discover, learn and master French through courses in French as a Foreign Language (FLE), certified by the FLE Quality label.
Excelia International Institute offers a wide range of training programmes, from 2 weeks to a full academic year, designed to meet students' needs. Offering group courses, Excelia International Institute accompanies you at every stage of your learning to enable you to master French progressively and effectively.
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LanguageFrench
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Location
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Tuition Fees
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In shortGeneral French, Business French, Culture and Society
5 Reasons to choose the French Intensive Programme
An institute boasting an official quality label
Excelia International Institute has been awarded the FLE Quality Label which is issued by several French ministries and is a guarantee of high quality teaching and services.
A wide range of courses and specialisations
The courses of the French Intensive Programme cater for different needs, from general French language to business French, including culture and society courses.
A choice of duration
Excelia International Institute offers a variety of training courses, from two weeks to a full academic year, in group classes.
A unique learning environment in La Rochelle
Located in the heart of the vibrant city of La Rochelle, the French Intensive Programme offers students a truly immersive experience, combining language learning with the rich cultural and historical heritage of the region. With its sunny seaside setting, dynamic student life, and high quality of life, La Rochelle provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable and effective learning journey.
An institute with a reputation for academic excellence
Excelia International Institute is recognised for its expertise in teaching French as a foreign language, offering you an enriching and structured academic experience.
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FAQs
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What exactly are the courses of the French Intensive Programme?
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The courses are designed to enable international learners to discover, learn, and master the French language. These programmes are delivered by Excelia International Institute, endorsed with the FLE Quality Label, guaranteeing high quality teaching and an enriching learning experience. The courses are offered in several formats, lasting from 2 weeks to one academic year, in group lessons.
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Who are the French as a foreign language courses for?
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The different courses are aimed at students from a wide range of backgrounds, who want to learn or improve their level of French. Whatever your reason for learning French, personal or academic, our courses can be tailored to your needs.
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What are the different course formats available?
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Excelia International Institute offers a variety of formats to cater for all needs:
- Short courses: 2 - 4 weeks
- Medium-length courses: 1 semester to 1 academic year
- Group lessons in level groups
Lessons
Several areas are covered:
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French: Culture and Society
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Business French
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French as a Foreign Language
Cost of studies
Tuition Fees 2025-2026
International students
- 2 weeks: €600
- 4 weeks: €1,200
- 1 semester: €3,135
- 1 year: €6,270
Tuition fees are provided for information purposes only and are subject to change from one year to the next.
Multiservice charge
- Fee (1 semester): €175
- Fee (1 year): €350
Services included in the Multi-service fee:
- Administration and support services
- International mobility insurance-assistance
- Reprographics credit (photocopying, printing)
- Unlimited access to all content on Exceliaprime Edutainment platform
- Personalised support and coaching from our Talent Centre
Admission
1 / Online application
Submit your application online and select your programme:
List of supportive documents required : CV and Proof of current academic level (exam certificate/s or letter from current academic establishment etc.)
Admission fee : An admissions fee of €50 is required (to be paid by bank transfer or credit card)
2 / Online video interview
Details of admissions tests
- Online video interview on our online admissions platform (in French or English depending on the chosen programme and track).
- Candidates have 5 days to respond to a series of questions (motivation, academic and professional projects)
Upcoming admissions deadlines
Possibility of taking the admissions test all year long.
3 / Admissions test results released and deposit to be paid
Admissions test results
Candidates will receive notification of their admission or non-admission within 6 days following their interview.
If you are admitted, you must pay the deposit, which will be deducted from your annual tuition fees, before the specified deadline.
Excelia has partnered with Flywire to provide our overseas families with an easier method of sending international fee payments. Flywire offers a best price guarantee when sending the payment by bank transfer, real-time payment tracking and 24x7 multilingual customer support.
4 / Administrative assistance
Confirmation of enrolment
You will receive confirmation of pre-enrolment as well as confirmation of accommodation which are necessary for your student visa application.
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5 / Proof of academic level required
Conditions of acceptance
To confirm your final acceptance, you must provide proof of your current qualifications and language ability:
English-Track and French-Track Programmes:
- Bachelor, Master, Masters of Science (MSc): B2*
- Foundation and preparatory programmes**: A2 or B1 depending on programme*
- For Summer School and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses: Open to students of all abilities
* Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
** International Foundation Programme et Excelia First Year
Proof of language ability is NOT required if:
- Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
- You hold a qualification issued in a French-speaking country and are applying for a French track
- You hold a qualification issued in an English-speaking country and are applying for an English track
Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
