Montpellier Institut Européen de Français

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Long term France programmes at Institut Européen de Français, Montpellier

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320.- EUR

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Key points

Ideal location in the south of France, between the sea and mountains
A good mix of nationalities
Wide range of courses
Test center for DELF and DALF exams

The school

Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Exams: DELF, DALF
School size: M
Accommodation: Host family, Apartment
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 17 years
Average age: 21 years
Nationality mix: Switzerland, Germany, Spain, etc..

The Institut Européen de Français is situated right in the heart of the historic centre of Montpellier, in a converted 17th-century hotel. The school has 13 spacious, bright classrooms so you can learn French in a lovely setting. During breaks or after classes, get snacks from the vending machine or head to the nearby cafés for lunch or the famous French pastries. To stay connected, you can use the multimedia resource centre with free Wi-Fi and unlimited internet access.

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Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 12
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options:
Grammar, spelling, pronunciation, conjugation, listening comprehension and oral expression (listening to French songs, role plays, colourful expressions) etc.

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Starting dates beginner

03.02 / 16.03 / 01.06 / 06.07 / 03.08 / 07.09 / 12.10.2020

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ General (private): 6 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 12
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
General (private): To be defined
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options:
Grammar, spelling, pronunciation, conjugation, listening comprehension and oral expression (listening to French songs, role plays, colourful expressions) etc.

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Starting dates beginner

03.02 / 16.03 / 01.06 / 06.07 / 03.08 / 07.09 / 12.10.2020

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Conversation (group): 6 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 12
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
Conversation (group): 13:30-15:45 (Tues, Thu)
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options:
Grammar, spelling, pronunciation, conjugation, listening comprehension and oral expression (listening to French songs, role plays, colourful expressions) etc.

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Options

Starting dates beginner

03.02 / 16.03 / 01.06 / 06.07 / 03.08 / 07.09 / 12.10.2020

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Elementary (A1) to upper-intermediate (B2)

Students/class: General (group): Max 12
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 5
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 13:30-15:45 (Tues, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

If you’re looking for a student-friendly city in France, there’s no better choice than Montpellier! Full of student pubs, live music venues and street markets, you’re bound to have the time of your life here. An extra incentive could be using part of your time abroad to prepare for the DELF or the DALF exam, which is invaluable for your...

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Starting dates 4 wk

24.02 / 25.05 / 22.06 / 20.07 / 07.09.2020

Exam dates

On request

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 12
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 5
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 13:30-15:45 (Tues, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

Free quote

1580 EUR

2390 EUR

2201 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.9 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates 4 wk

24.02 / 25.05 / 22.06 / 20.07 / 07.09.2020

Exam dates

On request

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Options (group): 2 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 12
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 5
Minimum age: 17 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:00
Options (group): 12:30-13:15 (Wed, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 13:30-15:45 (Tues, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

Free quote

1580 EUR

2390 EUR

2201 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.9 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates 4 wk

24.02 / 25.05 / 22.06 / 20.07 / 07.09.2020

Exam dates

On request

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 08.05 / 21.05 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.3/5

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96% of students recommending this school

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359 students gave their opinion about this school

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Value for money (4 / 5)
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Teaching (5 / 5)
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Value for money (3 / 5)
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Laura Maria Z.

26 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Ich habe während vier Wochen den Kombikurs (Gruppenstunden am Morgen und Privatstunden an zwei Nachmittage pro Woche) gebucht. So war es für mich ideal, da ich in den den Privatstunden diejenigen Themen noch auffrischen konnten, welche am Morgen nicht behandelt wurden. Die Lehrpersonen waren sehr motiviert und die Übungsunterlagen gut. Allerdings wurden immer wieder Klassen aus verschiedenen Sprachlevels zusammengelegt und innerhalb der Klasse gab es riesige Unterschiede bezüglich Level. Dies war sehr mühsam, da es so bezüglich Grammatikunterricht nicht wirklich ein System gab und für die einen war es etwas repetitiv, für die anderen war es zu komplex. Die Ausflüge von der Schule waren super, Jeremie macht einen super Job und erzählt einem auf den Ausflügen viele interessante Dinge!Montpellier als Reiseziel kann ich sehr empfehlen. Es ist eine Studentenstadt mit vielen Konzerten, Möglichkeiten für Tanzkurse (Tango, Salsa, Lindy Hopp), Bars und Restaurants (Infos jeweils in der Gazette Zeitung). Zum Strand gelangt man sehr einfach mit dem Tram und dann noch ein Stück zu Fuss. Es gibt auch in der ganzen Stadt die Möglichkeit von Velomagg Fahrräder zu mieten. Auch gibt es in der Umgebung um Montpellier sehr viel zu entdecken (leider braucht man aber für einige Ausflüge ein Auto).Die Gegend ist wirklich wunderschön, auch in Herbst! Kann es wirklich weiterempfehlen! Kein Lehrbuch, nur mit Blätter. Ich hatte ein Airbnb selber organisiert, da ich unbedingt im Zentrum sein wollte. Ausflüge waren super! Cool wären noch mehr Ausflüge mit Wanderungen.

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Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.3 / 5)
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Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja sehr, vor allem auch dank den Privatlektionen und da ich selber auch vor Ort den Kontakt zu den Lokalen gesucht habe, um möglichst viel Französisch zu reden. »

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« Die Lage, die Räume sind wunderschön, die Lehrer sehr nett und motiviert. »

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Value for money (4 / 5)
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School (3.8 / 5)
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Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Accommodation (4 / 5) (Host family)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Mein Französisch har sich definitv verbessert und ich spreche flüssiger. »

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Hans Dieter K.

78 years old - Germany

/ 5

Sehr kompetentes Lehrpersonal

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2 weeks, September – October 2019

Value for money (5 / 5)
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Nick B.

70 years old - United Kingdom

/ 5

The school was VERY centrally situated which was great. The teacher, Carole, was superb - I was very lucky to have been allocated to her class; my flat had “good news”/“bad news” - it was centrally situated, 1 minute from the school, but was VERY noisy from the restaurants below, and the flat itself could have done with improvement eg with the microwave, a door handle on the door inside and outside (as you had to open and shut it with the key), the saucepan handles were falling off, but it was fun living right in the centre thanks. Very welcoming staff and very friendly too. The trips were good too. My teacher, Carole, was superb! Good and varied trips with knowledgeable guides. Many thanks for arranging a great course for me.

2 weeks, September 2019

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« I haven’t spoken French for, say, 15 years and it all came back on the course. »

School highlights

« Carole the teacher, the welcome/friendliness of the staff and the central location. »

Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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Hilda Elisabeth P.

70 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Im Gebäude Nr 34 befindet sich mitten im Gang eine Treppenstufe nach oben und später eine nach unten. Am ersten Kurstag hielt ich beim Verlassen von Klassenraum 11 Ausschau nach dem Damen-WC, bemerkte die Stufe nach unten nicht und stürzte auf den linken Arm und den Rücken, sodass ich für mehrere Wochen behindert im Gehen und Bewegen sein werde. Die Situation ist fahrlässig-gefährlich. Das Studio ist gut für junge Studierende geeignet, einfach, ohne grossen Komfort, aber alles Nötige ist vorhanden. Ich konnte die enge, gefährliche, verwahrloste Wendeltreppe am Anreisetag mit Koffer in den 2. Stock kaum bewältigen (am Abreisetag half mir Martine), nach dem Unfall war es noch schwieriger. Ausserdem ist es tags und nachts in der Umgebung sehr laut.

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2 weeks, September 2019

Value for money (4 / 5)
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Teaching (4.3 / 5)
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Value for money (5 / 5)
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Teaching (5 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja auf jeden Fall. Ich verstehe mehr und traue mich zu sprechen. »

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Daniel P.

37 years old - Spain

/ 5

Habia españoles y no quise hablar con ellos en español. No les traté

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1 week, September 2019

Value for money (4 / 5)
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Testimonials

Claudia Masso Martin

Institut Européen de Français Odyssea, Montpellier
Duration: 4 weeks

MONTPELLIER! What can I say about my stay in this big town? I have only good memories of it. The day I arrived and met my host family, who welcomed me like a member of family. The people from throughout the world that I met during the course, and all of the beautiful friendships that grew in such a short time. The classes in the mornings, which were never boring, and the brilliant teachers. The lunches with friends and the busy afternoons: sightseeing in Montpelier, beach, shopping, cinema, exploring the surrounding villages... and spending the evenings with friends, enjoying the nice city atmosphere with people from all over the world! Every Friday in summer, the city fills with people, who drink local wine and eat local specialties. It was an amazing experience which I hope to repeat. Awesome memories and friendships. A wonderful French-learning summer!

Fabián Flos Sanz

Institu Européen de Français, Montpellier
Duration: 8 weeks

My name is Fabián and I came to Montpellier to learn French. I am very happy with the school (IEF): I am learning the language pretty fast and teachers are very professional. I met many people from all over the world; there is a good nationality mix! The school is in the heart of Montpellier: public transports are very convenient and the surroundings are full of bars and restaurants where I can have lunch. Montpellier offers many hotspots, such as the Arc de Triomphe, Place de l’Europe, the Botanical Gardens, Place de la Comédie, the historical centre and the mountain of Saint-Loup. I highly recommend visiting all these places! The city is full of tourists and young people – it’s been an unforgettable experience so far!

María Bautista Villaverde

Institut Européen de Français, Montpellier
Duration: 7 weeks

Learning French at the Institut Européen de Français was a great experience. I refreshed my French and got ready for my third Erasmus term. Classes are interactive and practical. Life in Montpellier is quiet, but – as it’s a student town – there is always something to do.

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Host family
The best way to immerse yourself fully in the French language and culture is to live with a host family. Discover the ways and customs of the French from the inside and practise what you have learned in class in total immersion. Living around 10 to 20 minutes from the school, you will stay in a single room with half-board provided.

Shared apartment
Located around 10 to 20 minutes from the school, the apartments generally accommodate two to three students or locals each. Each student has a single room and shares the kitchen, bathroom and living room with the others. This is an inexpensive option which will also allows you to meet other international students.

The school offers numerous cultural activities which will allow you to meet other foreign students whilst practising your French in a stimulating atmosphere. Delight your taste buds with the region's food and wines, broaden your mind with the wonders of the area's heritage, museums and surrounding scenery. Why not also discover the French culture through its films, theatre or even opera? All of these activities will help you develop your French in context.

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Language School Institut Européen de Français, Montpellier

One-to-one course (1-9 lessons) (per lesson)	45 EUR
One-to-one course (10+ lessons) (per lesson)	40 EUR
Extra night (host family)	30 EUR
Extra night (apartment)	23 EUR

One-to-one course (1-9 lessons) (per lesson)	45 EUR
One-to-one course (10+ lessons) (per lesson)	40 EUR
Extra night (host family)	30 EUR
Extra night (apartment)	23 EUR

One-to-one course (1-9 lessons) (per lesson)	45 EUR
One-to-one course (10+ lessons) (per lesson)	40 EUR
Extra night (host family)	30 EUR
Extra night (apartment)	23 EUR

DELF exam fee (to be paid on site) A1; Students must register themselves for the exam	On request
DELF exam fee (to be paid on site) A2; Students must register themselves for the exam	On request
Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	100 EUR

One-to-one course (1-9 lessons) (per lesson)	45 EUR
One-to-one course (10+ lessons) (per lesson)	40 EUR
Extra night (host family)	30 EUR
Extra night (apartment)	23 EUR

DELF exam fee (to be paid on site) B1	On request
DELF exam fee (to be paid on site) B2; Students must register themselves for the exam	On request
Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	100 EUR

DALF exam fee (to be paid on site) Students must register themselves for the exam	On request
Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	100 EUR