Learn French
Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member — or part of the wider community — Concordia is committed to supporting your French-learning journey.
French language courses
Build a strong foundation in French and develop essential language skills. Strengthen your reading comprehension, writing and speaking through course work tailored to your level.
The Département d’études françaises offers academic courses to students at all levels of French proficiency, from beginner to advanced. Courses count toward your degree as elective requirements.
French language communication program
Learn to express yourself more confidently in everyday life and at work. Develop practical communication and conversation skills.
Concordia Continuing Education’s French Communication Essentials program is open to everyone — working professionals, students, faculty and staff. Classes range from elementary to high-intermediate levels.
Resources for students
Conversation sessions
Whether you prefer one-on-one support or group conversation, the Student Success Centre has options to help you grow your skills and build confidence.
Writing assistance
The Student Success Centre offers writing support to help you express yourself clearly and confidently.
Library resources
The Concordia Library connects you to practical resources — grammar tools, writing aids, dictionaries, French-language films and useful links — to support your French learning.
Resources for everyone
Online lessons and grammar exercises
Watch short lessons and test your understanding through fill-in-the-blank exercises.
Online dictation challenge
Test your listening comprehension and writing skills with Concordia's Grand Dictathon.
LexiConcordia
The LexiConcordia database features 4,500 specialized and original terms. It is designed to support students, faculty and professionals in mastering technical and scientific French.
External resources
Discover additional resources outside of Concordia to support your French-learning journey.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Concordia is committed to supporting your journey to learn, live and work in French. Our commitment goes hand in hand with the programs and workshops we offer, ensuring that you have the tools you need to succeed.
Learning French will open doors to new opportunities, and will enhance your studies in Montreal, by allowing you to connect with the city. It’s a key asset to your university experience and life in Quebec. We’re excited to provide everything you need to succeed and thrive in French.
Anyone looking to develop their competencies in French, with a special invitation for our new undergraduate students from outside of Quebec (international and out-of-province students) starting university in fall 2025 and beyond.
No minimum level of French proficiency is required to apply for admission to Concordia.
No; French courses are not mandatory in our programs.
No, you will not need nor are you required to reach a specific level of French proficiency to graduate. However, we strongly encourage all students to develop their French-language skills as much as possible and to take advantage of the French courses, conversation groups and activities Concordia offers as this will add an important dimension to your studies in Montreal.
Support and incentives will be offered throughout students’ academic journey to reach this goal, including experiential learning opportunities, fun and engaging social activities both on and off-campus and more! Additional details will be available in the coming months.
