Learning French
Language Resource Centers
It is possible to have access to the 10 Language Resource Centers (LRCs) spread over all the campuses of Université Côte d'Azur. You can perfect your French throughout the year but also German, English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Russian.
Site du Centre de Ressources en Langues
International Summer University of Nice
The UIEN organises intensive summer courses in June and July (2 weeks; with daily classes from 9 am to 1 pm) which aim to develop students' oral and written skills as well as their knowledge of the culture of the language studied. All levels are accepted, including the beginner level. Classes take place at the Saint-Jean d'Angély Campus.
Language Certification - TCF
The TCF for the general public is the language level test of the French Ministry of National Education, Youth and Sports. It assesses the general French language skills of people whose mother tongue is not French.
As such, it is therefore recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, university authorities, language training centers and also the professional world.
You can contact the CUEFLE, the TCF organising centre for the Université Côte d'Azur, for more information on how to register for this test.
For more information: Demande d'admission préalable | France Education international
FAQ
- In which language are the classes held at UniCA?
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The language of instruction at the university is French and English, depending on the course.
- What level of French is required?
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A B2 level is generally required for the Bachelor's degree and a C1 level for the Master's degree.
- Do I always have to present a language certification?
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If the student comes from a country where French is an official language, he or she will not need to justify his or her level of French. If the student comes from a country where French is not the only official language, the institution must verify that the secondary education was conducted in French before granting an exemption.
- Is it possible to enrol in French courses without being enrolled in university?
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Yes, it is possible to enroll in FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses during the school year or intensive FLE courses in the summer without having to be registered with UniCA. However, course registration prices for UniCA students may vary in comparison to public prices.