Study Abroad in Paris: Courses
Placement is determined by an examination given on arrival in Paris regardless of previous French study. Due to the number of courses available, students should realize some timetable conflicts may be unavoidable. All students must take a cours pratique (French 101, 151, 201, 301 or 401). Attendance is mandatory.
Morning French language classes
| French Language |
| French 101 (3) (5) | Beginner French: Cours Pratique |
| French 101 (6) (10) | Intensive Beginner French: Cours Pratique |
| French 151 (3) (5) | Elementary French: Cours Pratique |
| French 151 (6) (10) | Intensive Elementary French: Cours Pratique |
| French 201 (3) (5) | Intermediate French: Cours pratique |
| French 201 (6) (10) | Intensive Intermediate French: Cours pratique |
| French 301 (3) (5) | Advanced French I: Cours pratique |
| French 401 (3) (5) | Advanced French II: Cours pratique |
| French 152/202/302/402 (1) (1) | Conversation |
| French 507 (2) | Teaching French as a Second Language: Orientations actuelles de la didactique du Français, langue étrangère (in July) |
Afternoon classes (taught in French)
Students enrolled in a cours pratique on the AIFS program may enroll in two special seminars conducted by the Sorbonne for AIFS students. Since they are taught in French, students need to place at the high intermediate level or above to enroll. Once enrolled, attendance is required. Minimum enrollment of 15 students required. These seminars meet for a total of 20 hours during the month of July only.
| Afternoon classes |
| French 303 (2) | French Civilization Seminar |
| Art History 304 (2) | Paris: Its Architecture and History |
| Conférences | French Civilization Lectures: Conférences |
Afternoon classes (taught in English)
An additional, optional course is offered at the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF). ILCF, part of the Institut Catholique de Paris, is a private University recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education. Students should confirm with home institutions whether transfer credit is allowed from private educational institutions.
| Afternoon classes |
| Fine Arts 101 (1) | Aspects of French Fashion and Design |
Other courses (taught in English)
In addition to courses for formal academic credit, AIFS offers these non-credit options in the afternoon or evening.
| Non-credit enrichment courses |
| Non-credit | French Cuisine |
| Non-credit | French Wine |
