Semester in Paris: French Language
Host Institution
University of Paris - Sorbonne Paris IV
The
University of Paris - Sorbonne Paris IV (often known as the Sorbonne)
was founded in 1253 and is one of the oldest and most prestigious
universities in the world. The Sorbonne has over 25,000 students,
including several thousand international students from around the
world. The University of Paris IV is an official state institution
monitored by the French Ministry of Education.
Global Learning
Semesters students attend the Cours de Civilisation Francaise de la
Sorbonne, an institute that teaches French language and culture to
thousands of international students annually. It is probably the
best-known academic French language program in the world.
The
Sorbonne is located in the bohemian Latin Quarter, a neighborhood known
for its bistros, cafés and intellectual liveliness. Named after the
language spoken in the area up until the French Revolution, this
section of Paris' 5th arrondissement includes wonderful sites such as
the Panthéon, the Luxembourg Gardens, and the Churches of Saint-Sulpice
and Saint-Germain-de-Prés.
Catholic University of Paris (ICP)
The French Language and Cultural Institute (ILCF) at the Catholic University of Paris was founded in 1948 and hosts nearly two thousand international students each year who travel to Paris to improve their French and familiarize themselves with the country's culture and civilization.
The Institute is located in a beautiful and historic downtown Parisian neighborhood, close to Saint-Sulpice, Saint-Germain-des-Pres, Luxembourg Park and Montparnasse. Fully-credited courses for American students are offered in a wide array of disciplines including fine arts, communications, literature, history, philosophy and geography, to name a few. There are more than 40 highly qualified professors using the most modern teaching methods and technology.
ILCF is also partner of the Universities of Paris V (Sorbonne) and Paris VII and the Louvre Museum.
Accreditation
The University of Paris - Sorbonne Paris IV is an official state institution monitored by the French Ministry of Education.
The ILCF is accredited by the French Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Research, Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF), European Credits (ECTS), L'Office National de Garantie, EduFrance, Socrates/Erasmus, MICEFA, CSN, CREPUQ, Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Louvre Museum.
Teaching Model
The teaching model at the Sorbonne has a heavy emphasis on language instruction,
including grammar and phonetic training. Depending on their language
level, students additionally attend a variety of content seminars
focused on cultural and societal issues.
