A survey of French schools

The first step in studying abroad is to pass the language barrier. Many French universities require foreign students to prove their French proficiency, especially the scores of Delve and DALF, when enrolling them into professional studies. Although most foreign students have received short-term French training in China, they still can't reach the level of taking notes in French class and need to take French class again. Some people go to business schools with English as the teaching medium, but they are still frustrated in finding a job because they don't know French, and then go back to the classroom to learn French.

There are many language schools in France. How can I find the school that suits me best? Our reporter went to many schools in France to collect information, make field trips and interview some foreign students who have studied French, hoping to give the most practical guidance to foreign students who have just arrived in France.

First, the old famous schools

There are three famous old schools in Paris: Sorbonne College, Arias College and Catholic College. They are characterized by a long history, Sorbonne? French and French culture teaching center? Founded in 19 17, Arians was founded in 1884, and Catholic College was founded in 1875. These three schools have large scale, high quality teachers, rich teaching experience, complete equipment and perfect supporting services. At the same time, each has its own characteristics.

1, Sorbonne (? Paris Four? Or? Sorbonne University? )

From Sorbonne University? French and French culture teaching center? Since its establishment, it has been known for its rigorous atmosphere. The teaching method is rigorous and traditional, focusing on grammar, pronunciation and practice. The students who graduated from here have good grammar foundation, strong writing and reading skills, and poor oral expression skills. The course content here is mainly French language and culture such as literature and art, and in recent years, in order to meet the needs of the market, economic and trade content has been added. The academic system is divided into annual study 12 months (September to mid-August of the following year), annual study for 8 months (10 to May of the following year) and semester study for 4 months (10 to 1 or February-May of the following year). Students enjoy the treatment of regular public university students (college students have medical insurance and can work). The class hours are about 20 hours per week, and the tuition fee is 1098 euros per semester, which means less than 5 euros per hour.

If you need to apply, candidates should have a high school diploma, be over 18 years old, and apply to the school in September and June. However, the registration certificate of Sorbonne cannot stay in Paris or even the surrounding provinces at present.

2. French Union

The French Union was founded in 1884. It is the earliest school in France, aiming to spread French and French culture to all countries in the world. By 190 1, the school has accepted 5 16 students and now has branches in 130 countries. There are not only canteens and libraries, but also newsstands, exchanges and a 600-square-meter multimedia center that provides audio-visual and Internet services.

The teaching atmosphere here is relatively relaxed, emphasizing oral expression. French is divided into three parts: daily French, literary French and cultural French. At the same time, special courses such as drama, French, food, fashion, tourism and business are also offered for students to choose from. In addition, they also provide special tutoring courses for students who need to pass the DELF or DALF exams. Students can enter the school at any time and be divided into classes according to their level. The tuition fee is about 8.3 euros per hour and 266 euros per month. Certificate of completion issued to the school after study. After paying the tuition for half a year, the school can issue a registration certificate and apply for a one-year residence permit at the police station. However, some international students report that studying in Arians costs a lot and has little effect.

3. Catholic College of Paris

Catholic College is a famous university, founded in 1875. Its subordinates? French and French Culture Institute? Recruit 18-year-old high school graduates. Like Sorbonne, the academic system is divided into semester courses and annual courses, and you can't enroll at any time like Arians. There are many students applying for admission, and the courses started in June of 5438+00 usually end in May.

In addition to French grammar, writing, oral English and other courses, there are also strong courses such as movies, art history, drama and business French. 2 1 hour courses per week, one class 18 students. The course is about 7.25 euros per hour. Among these three old French schools, you can choose according to your own needs.

Second, new private schools.

In 1980s, the communication between European countries developed rapidly. Many foreign students came to France, and the demand for learning French increased rapidly. Some private French schools have been established and developed. The schools established in that period have basically developed into a mature scale, with a good operating mechanism and basic audio-visual equipment. But the fees in these schools are also relatively expensive.

In recent years, the number of foreign students coming to France has increased on a large scale, and a new batch of language schools have emerged. Their conditions are not very mature, some have no audio-visual equipment, some have no fixed teachers, and the teaching materials and curriculum system are constantly being explored. In order to attract students, these schools either play low-priced cards or promise to issue a one-year study certificate for residence permits. As the market is in short supply, there will be many students in such schools.

Private French schools have similar characteristics, so let me introduce them here.

Private French schools can basically enroll students at any time. When you register, you can test your French level and start classes next Monday. But for beginners who have no foundation at all, there is only one new student entering school once a month. The course level is divided into six levels, from elementary to advanced. If students are uncomfortable with their level of study, they can apply for another one, which is more free.

The course time ranges from 5 hours a week to 24 hours a week, and teachers will use books, movies, music and other forms to assist teaching. It should be noted that many language schools require you to study hundreds of hours of courses throughout the year before issuing you with a certificate of completion. You can only use this certificate to extend your student accommodation next year. So it will save money to attend classes with the least time, but it will bring more trouble.

In addition to normal courses, students can also choose professional courses such as listening, writing exercises, and DELF pre-test counseling. Language learning can also be divided into business French and artistic French. In addition, the school will organize lectures and visits. Students can choose according to their own needs.

Some private schools will strictly limit the number of students in each class and indicate it in the enrollment materials. Generally, it is 6- 12, which is beneficial for students to practice oral English. Like LUT? Church of England

There are 3-6 students in each class in a language school. Some schools have no strict regulations on the number of students, and when there are many students, they may reach more than 20 students in a class. Students in China are generally introverted, and there are too many students, so it is difficult to seize the opportunity to speak, which is not conducive to practicing oral English.

To apply for a private French school, students must be at least 16 or 18 years old, and people without any French foundation can also apply. The school does not award credits or degrees, but will give students a certificate of completion indicating the time and degree of study.

Tuition fees vary greatly from school to school. Some schools have courses of more than 20 euros per hour, such as E.L.F.E, and some schools have courses of 8 euros per hour, such as the intensive courses of Accord. But most schools charge 8- 12 euros per hour. The difference in tuition fees varies not only from school to school, but also from class hours and number of students. Some language schools adopt it? Pay a monthly fee? , have a plenty? Pay the fee once every half semester? . Generally speaking, the more expensive courses have a small class size and intensive class hours. According to the students, the price can't completely guarantee the learning effect, but the key depends on the individual's efforts.

Third, the French public university department.

Studying in the French Department of a public university is probably the cheapest way to learn French. After being accepted, you only need to pay a one-year registration fee of about 150 euros.

The French Department of a university is a course for French students or foreign students who have a good foundation in French. If your French level is not high enough, it will be difficult to keep up with the course; To get a degree, you should not only pass the final exam, but also finish your thesis. Therefore, you should make full preparations and report to the French department of the university.

At present, eight universities in Paris offer French departments, and Paris XII is a French course for foreign students. The cost is the same as the common law course, except that there is no corresponding bachelor's degree. If you want to register, you need more time in advance, because there are quite a lot of people who register now, and the school ends the application ahead of time, which has higher requirements for students. Students who wish to enroll in the fall of 2003 must complete their registration from February this year to 10, 2003.

At present, the feedback from international students is that French teaching in some universities is very lax and students have little effect. In order not to waste time and energy, it is best to ask the old students about the teacher's teaching before entering the school.

The advantage of learning French in universities is that they can adapt to the learning atmosphere of universities in advance and have the right to work part-time.

Fourth, the foreign student center of French public universities.

In order to help foreign students master French as soon as possible and adapt to the learning environment in France, public universities provide free French courses for foreign students registered in their own schools. Registration for this kind of free study is generally carried out at the beginning of the semester, and relevant information can be obtained from the student reception center of the university.

Many public universities have set up centers for foreign students to concentrate on learning French, and the enrollment targets are students who have not registered any major in the university. The French center in Sorbonne belongs to this category. The fee for this French course is between public and private universities. But teachers generally have rich teaching experience and good teaching effect, so that the quality of language learning can be guaranteed. In addition, if you study French in the French center of the university, you can also enjoy various student services of the university and get information about the majors you want to study in the future.

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In today's world, the demand for employment in industrial production departments is getting smaller and smaller, and the demand for employment in industrial service departments is getting bigger and bigger. The evolution of the tertiary industry and enterprise structure in this economy is more productive and market-oriented, and needs the support of a large number of information groups. It is predicted that in the next eight years, the information industry in France will be the department with the largest demand for technical posts in the high-tech field. Assuming the annual growth rate of French gross domestic product (PIB) is 2%, nearly 604,000 information workers will be on the job by 20 15. During the 65,438+00 years from 2005 to 2065,438+05, if other factors are taken into account, such as the 58,000 jobs vacated by the information sector, the number of new jobs will increase at a rate of 654,380+05,000 every year, so it is estimated that there will be nearly 207,000 new jobs in the information sector during the 65,438+00 years.

In contrast, there is a great demand for skilled jobs in other sectors in France: health care sector, education sector, business sector and production sector.

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