ILCF Paris – Institut Catholique de Paris

The Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises, or ILCF, is part of the Institut Catholique de Paris. Its French courses are based in the university environment on rue d’Assas, between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter. This setting suits learners interested in combining language development with experience of a French higher-education campus.

Courses for different lengths of stay

ILCF offers annual and semester programmes as well as shorter monthly sessions. The annual route spans the academic year, while semester options allow a more limited study period. January and summer courses provide intensive short-term alternatives.

Evening classes and Saturday morning study offer additional possibilities for students or professionals who cannot attend a full daytime programme. Course choice and the weekly timetable depend on the learner’s level and selected workload. Placement testing helps the school direct each student towards an appropriate group.

Academic setting and practical preparation

The institution links French language study with French culture. Its monthly sessions lead to a certificate recording the courses attended, teaching hours and level attained, with relevant academic information. Students should discuss any credit recognition directly with their home institution.

Admission conditions distinguish longer programmes from short intensive sessions, including requirements related to age or completion of secondary education. Applicants should review these conditions before committing to a stay. Learners with existing DELF, DALF, TCF or other French results can provide them as part of the placement process and clarify how they relate to the chosen programme.