Montpellier Language Institute – 2010
Intensive French Language and Culture
2 weeks – $1195 / 4 weeks – $2195
The Program
Study French language and culture in the cosmopolitan city of Montpellier, located only a few miles from the Mediterranean. Courses start every Monday.
Small class size of 6 – 8 students per class. 20 lessons of French, plus 2 workshops offered per week. Minimum of 2 week stay. Qualified staff provide a fun, “French immersion” course. Programs offered weekly and monthly, all year long. A very flexible program. Join us!
The Location
Located in the south of France, Montpellier is a very international city where you will meet people from all over the world. Rich in culture and history, it is a privileged place for relaxation and is close to many interesting sites to discover: Provence, Camargue, and Pyrenees. Just a few miles from the Mediterranean, Montpellier has long been considered the “heart” of the south. The program is located in the historical center of town in a beautifully renovated 17th century building.
Courses
Intensive French: all levels – elementary through very advanced. Placement test given upon arrival and orientation. Courses offered every Monday, thus students can begin on any Monday. Classes held in morning early afternoon.
All students must attend for at least 2 weeks. Teachers are all native speaker, university graduates, trained in teaching French as a second language.
20 lessons per week of intensive French provided, plus 2 workshops included. Thus, 22 lessons total per week. Twice a week, the workshops help students reinforce grammar, spelling, pronounciation, and conjugation. Students are also abel to improve oral comprehension and expression with French songs, role plays, and French expressions. In class, teachers will expect active participation from the students. Placement test given upon arrival and orientation to determine level.
For those interested, this general course prepares students for the DELF and DALF tests…..which are the offcially recognized diplomas throughout the world which certify ones French level. Students can sign up to take these tests in Montpellier, at the University Paul Valery Montpellier III. Usually 5 times per year in January, March, June, August and September. Staff there at the student office can assist you in registering for these tests.
FRENCH 101/102:
This course is for beginners. Students cover the fundamentals of the French language, daily expressions, increased vocabulary, grammar and phonetics, and various course excercises that build confidence in using basic French. The material covered is in preparation for the DELF A1 and A2 units. Class materials also introduce French Cultural subjects. Homework is assigned daily.
FRENCH 201/202:
This level is for high beginners, or elementary levels. Students continue to improve their grammatical and vocabulary knowledge, learn how to express feelings and opinions, work on texts using more complex sentence structures, as well as learn some of the cultural habits of French society. Pronounciation is regulary corrected. This course prepares students for the DELF 1st degree. Homework is assigned daily.
FRENCH 301/302:
Intermediate level students take this course. Students improve their ability to formulate and debate on actual subjects, social issues, etc. Class utilizes materials from the media to initiate discussions and role playing. Vocabulary and grammatical abilities are enhanced as well as phonetics and pronounciation. This course prepares students for the DELF 2nd degree. Homework is assigned daily.
FRENCH 401/402:
Advanced level students take this course. Students perfect their written and oral skills, utlilizing stylistic aspects and technical expressions. More complex debates and discussions help students become more fluent and confident in expressing their feelings and opinions. Also, knowledge of French society, culture, and heritage is enhanced in this level. This course prepares students for the DELF exam. Homework is assigned daily.
Academic Credit
Students earn 3 – 4 credits per month (4 weeks). About 1 credit per week. The course is 4 hours of French per day, plus some workshops. 22 lessons per week.
See “Academic Credit” section on homepage, main menu.
Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office email us a “Consortium Agreement” to complete and sign. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school’s aid. Earlier the better, since it will take time to process.
Activities
Local excursions. Guided tours of Montpellier’s historical center, as well as organized trips to museums, French open markets, cinema, theater, picnics, and international nights out with other students. Also, a regional wine and cheese tasting session is included.
A multimedia library is also available for students to use. Access to newspapers, magazines, tourist and cultural books, as well as access to doing e-mail (sending and receiving e-mail).
Housing
Housing is available in student type residences or villas, single or double rooms, with kitchen, bathroom, and laundry service. Host family housing in French home is also available. Meal arrangement available upon request. Costs vary from $250 – $400 per week, and is paid directly there upon check-in. Small damage deposit required upon check-in (refundable). Inform CSA what type of housing you prefer, and we will inform you the housing cost. Using a major credit card is possible for housing payments (Visa/MC).
* Can arrange own housing if you prefer.
If you prefer to arrange your own housing, please let us know. Thank you.
Dates and Fees
STARTING DATES FOR 2010
Can begin on any Monday.
Placement test given prior to arrival / or upon check-in.
Absolute beginners please check with CSA to re-confirm starting date.
FEES
| 2 weeks | $1195 |
| 4 weeks | $2195 |
| 6 weeks | $2995 |
| 8 weeks | $3795 |
*Addtl 2 weeks = $800 per 2 weeks
Fee Includes: tuition, housing reservation, registration, orientation, class materials, certificate of completion, multimedia library, and some local activities.
Requirements
Program is open to all adults. Minimum age is 18. 16 – 17 years of age permitted with parental consent. Passport (valid) required. Visa not required for U.S. citizens staying less than 3 months (90 days or less). Over 90 days usually requires a visa. Other citizens please consult the French Consulate nearest you or see our useful web-links in the “Resources” section of the CSA website.
Holidays
* school will be closed on the following 2010 holidays:
Mar 24 / May 1, 8 / July 14 / Aug 15 / Nov 1, 11
Winter Holiday 2010: Dec 20th, 2010 – Jan 3rd, 2011
Arrival
Please consult your travel book on France. Usually, students take the TGV express trains from Paris directly to Montpellier. See web-links on train travel in the section: “Resources”.
Plan on arriving the day before classes begin, and depart on the day after classes end.
Registration
Register online. CSA Enrollment Deposit Fee required to be registered and receive program documents. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “How To Register” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Program contact details and further instructions are also sent after receiving the Enrollment Deposit Fee. Thank you.
