Presentation
Enhance your English skills with the high-quality courses offered by Excelia International Institute.
By choosing the Step Up Programme, you will be joining a renowed higher education group, recognised both in France and internationally.
Specially designed for French students, this preparatory course combines language and multicultural teaching, personal development and discovery of the professional world.
You'll also benefit from personalized support throughout your journey to progress effectively and achieve a strong command of English.
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LanguageEnglish
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Qualification1 year of higher education
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Location
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Tuition Fees
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In shortGeneral English, International Orientation, Anglophone Culture
5 Reasons to choose the Step Up Programme
A springboard to the international stage
Specifically designed for French-speaking students, this programme effectively prepares you to pursue your studies or undertake an experience abroad, whether for academic, personal, or professional reasons.
Comprehensive enhancement of your English
Improve your language skills in all areas: speaking, reading comprehension, public speaking, intercultural communication, business English, and more.
Cultural and professional immersion
Through a variety of courses such as English: Culture & Society, Public Speaking, and English for Business, you develop a comprehensive understanding of cultural and professional challenges on an international scale.
Support in building your future
Modules such as Know Yourself to Find Your Way and Elaborate Your Personal and Professional Project help you to better understand yourself, define your goals, and make career choices that align with your ambitions.
Innovative teaching methods
Take part in practical projects such as Project Work, Business Game, and Introduction to Artificial Intelligences to apply your skills in a dynamic and motivating environment.
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FAQ
- What is the Step Up Programme?
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The Step Up Programme is an intensive English course designed for French-speaking students looking to thrive in an international environment. It aims to strengthen the linguistic, cultural, and academic skills needed to succeed in studies abroad or to prepare for personal or professional expatriation.
This programme offers a comprehensive educational approach combining English courses (general, business, oral), practical projects, intercultural communication, personal development, and introduction to contemporary topics such as artificial intelligence.
- Who is the Step Up Programme for?
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The Step Up Programme is primarily intended for French-speaking students who wish to improve their English level with an international outlook. It is especially suitable for those planning to pursue studies abroad, join an English-speaking institution, or prepare for expatriation, whether for personal or professional reasons. The programme is also aimed at young people reflecting on their future who want to take the time to clarify their personal and professional goals while developing solid language skills. It provides a structured, immersive, and motivating environment, ideal for building confidence, refining objectives, and creating a coherent path in a global context.
- What types of courses are offered?
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The Step Up Programme offers a variety of courses aimed at strengthening English skills in academic, professional, and personal contexts. Students take general English, business English, and oral communication classes, as well as modules such as theatre and public speaking to build oral fluency. Other lessons, such as note-taking, speed reading, and synthesis, prepare students for the demands of English-language studies. The programme also includes courses on intercultural communication, career planning, and practical activities such as group projects, business games, and an introduction to artificial intelligence.
Lessons
Several areas are covered:
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English : culture & society
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English for Business
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English as a Foreign Language
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Theatre
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Intercultural Communication
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Project Work
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Note-taking, reporting, Synthesis capability, Speed Reading, Oral Communication in English...
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Public Speaking
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Gasmoov
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Know Yourself to Find Your Way
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Choose your Study Program According to your Professionnal Project
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Elaborate your Personnal and Professionnal Project
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Business game
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligences
Cost of studies
Tuition Fees 2025-2026
International students
English Track
- Semester: €6,800
- Year: €9,700
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.
