Foundation Programme in Intensive French
About This Programme
An intensive French-language foundation year that prepares non-French-speaking students for SUAD French-taught Licence programmes.
Course Highlights
- Intensive French for non-French speakers, delivered by SUAD FLE specialists.
- Progression through CEFR levels up to the B2 needed for a French Licence.
- Flexible duration from one semester up to two years by starting level.
- Direct pathway into SUAD French-taught Bachelor programmes.
What You'll Study
An intensive French-as-a-foreign-language programme run by the FLE department of the School of Arts and Humanities. Students progress through CEFR levels (assessed by coefficients and contact hours, not ECTS) until they reach the B2 level required to enter a French-taught Licence.
Intensive Day Courses 21-23 Hours Per Week
- At the beginning of every academic year, two levels will be offered:
- A new beginners’ group is also launched at the beginning of the spring semester.
Intensive Evening Courses 8.5 Hours Per Week
- At the beginning of every academic year, two levels will be offered:
Optional summer courses
- All students are encouraged to study one month in France during the summer break. Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi can help students organise their stay.
Entry Requirements
Placement by diagnostic assessment; duration depends on starting level.
Careers
Prepares students linguistically and academically for entry to SUAD French-taught Licence degrees.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
A preparatory (non-degree) programme delivered by Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi; feeds into CAA-accredited Licence degrees awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Programme Details
Award
Foundation Year (French language)
Start Date
September (annual intake)
Typical Offer
A secondary-school diploma; designed for non-French speakers
Duration
1 year
Qualification
Foundation
Subject Area
Foundation
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 23,000/semester
Apply online at sorbonne.ae. Non-refundable application fee of AED 200. Deadline in late August (21 August 2026) for the September intake.