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French for Beginners

Course

Description

French is part of daily life in Montreal, but it’s hard to know where to start as a complete beginner. French for Beginners teaches you what you need to start participating in everyday conversations. Through interactive exercises with other new learners, you’ll develop verbal and written skills while building a practical vocabulary for common situations. This course covers levels 1–2 of the Échelle québécoise and is designed for those with no prior French experience. With regular practice, you’ll get to play a more active role in Montreal’s social and professional life.

After completing this course, participants can advance to Elementary 1 in French Communication Essentials.

Key takeaways

  • Introduce yourself, make small talk, and handle simple everyday conversations in French to build social connections
  • Apply basic grammar rules and common expressions appropriately in daily French communication
  • Understand and respond to simple messages at work and in daily life
  • Develop clear pronunciation so you're easily understood when speaking French 
  • Talk about past experiences in French with confidence

Structure

  • Collaborative, in-person classes
  • Two 3-hour classes per week for 10 weeks
  • Emphasis on practical communication skills

Upcoming date(s)

Term
Section
mode
Fees

October 6 – December 10, 2026
Th 16:00 – 19:00
Tu 13:00 – 16:00
Fall
1
In-person
$1,195
Term
Fall
Section
1
mode
In-person
Fees
$1,195
full

October 6 – December 10, 2026
Th 16:00 – 19:00
Tu 13:00 – 16:00
Fall
2
In-person
$1,195
Term
Fall
Section
2
mode
In-person
Fees
$1,195
full

January 19 – March 25, 2027
Th 16:00 – 19:00
Tu 13:00 – 16:00
Winter
1
In-person
$1,195
Term
Winter
Section
1
mode
In-person
Fees
$1,195

April 6 – June 10, 2027
Th 16:00 – 19:00
Tu 13:00 – 16:00
Spring
1
In-person
$1,195
Term
Spring
Section
1
mode
In-person
Fees
$1,195

Requirements

  • Students should have little to no prior experience learning French. This course does not assess French proficiency prior to the start.
  • To get the most out of the program and fully access all learning resources, participants are required to bring their own electronic devices to class.
  • An 80% attendance rate is required to complete the course.

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