Learn French at Sorbonne University: SIAL's French as a Foreign Language (FLE) programmes, delivered at the Clignancourt campus, are open to everyone and tailored to all levels. You can also take courses at external centres with the FLE Quality label, which provides a guarantee of certified, high-quality teaching. Improve your French and make the most of your mobility experience in France!

Learning French at Sorbonne University

The French as a Foreign Language courses are open to everyone. At Sorbonne University, this service is provided by the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL) based on the Clignancourt campus. 

To find out more about our FLE courses and view the catalogue, see the Moodle-SIAL teaching platform.

  • Centre Universitaire Clignancourt, 2 Rue Francis de Croisset, 75018 PARIS

  • Phone : +33 (0)1 53 09 57 63/+33 (0)1 53 09 57 41

  • Mail : lettres-sial-fle@sorbonne-universite.fr

  • Public opening hours : Office 435 and Office 530 (Monday to Thursday, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm) 

SIAL-FLE is not an examination centre. If you have any questions about French language certification, please contact  SELFEE Sorbonne.

Learning French outside of the university

In addition to the programmes offered at Sorbonne University, you can take courses in French as a Foreign Language (FLE) at specialist external centres. To ensure that your training organisation is reputable, we recommend that you check whether it has been awarded a quality label.

There are several official labels that attest to the quality of French language teaching in France. From these, we recommend, but not exclusively, the state-recognised FLE Quality label.

This label is issued by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, and the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Culture. It is awarded to centres that meet stringent criteria in terms of training, learning support, visitor facilities, etc.

Choosing a centre with a recognised label means that you will benefit from:

  • structured teaching tailored to your level
  • clear and professional organisation
  • a learning environment that will help you make progress 

These centres are regularly assessed to ensure compliance with quality standards.

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