Most of the academic programs offered in France are taught in French. No surprise. So a prior knowledge of the French language is strongly recommended. Having a good command of French is one of the best ways you can ensure the success of your stay.

On the other hand, there are more than 1200 programmes taught in English in many French Institutions and there are also bilingual programmes. Please click here to check out these programmes.

We suggest you to have a minimum knowledge of French before you arrive in France.

Learning French in Hong Kong or in Macao

Hong Kong

35 instructors teach French courses at all levels in Alliance Française de Hong Kong, in group or private lessons at centres in Wan Chai and in Jordan or, upon request, externally. All ages are welcome. In general, evening classes are made up of adults, while Saturday and summer classes are attended mostly by children and adolescents. In 2006, the Alliance Française had 12,500 registered students. Since December 2001, a Multimedia Centre - Information Centre on Contemporary France has opended to the public at Jordan Centre (52 Jordan Road, Kowloon). For more information, check their wesbite - www.alliancefrancaise.com.hk

Macao

Since its creation (20 years ago) the Alliance Française de Macao has taught more than 10 000 students We have attached great importance to promoting French language and culture in Macao and are actively engaged in enforcing the links between France and Macao SAR. To know more about the French language courses and cultural events, please check their website www.alliancefrancaise.org.mo

What is Alliance Française ?

Alliance Française is present in France with 29 associations and is established in 138 countries around the world with 1,093 local associations committed to promote both French language and culture. Each year some 370,000 people join its courses.

These Alliances Françaises are often backed up by non-French Nationals dedicated to the French language and culture.

Alliance Française can be considered the most important "Cultural Multinational" serving the French language. It is a state-approved by the French authorities, Alliance Française is supported by the French Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Education, which contribute to its budget, by means of staff, selective assistance connected to specific cultural or investment plans and in some countries, subsidies for the running costs.