Study Abroad in Paris: Courses
Placement is determined by an examination given on arrival in Paris regardless of previous French study. Due to the number of courses available, students should realize some timetable conflicts may be unavoidable. All students must take a cours pratique (French 101, 151, 201, 301 or 401). Attendance is mandatory.
Morning classes
| Morning French language |
| French 101 (3) (5) | Elementary French: Cours pratique |
| French 151 (3) (5) | Elementary French: Cours Pratique |
| French 151 (6) (10) | Intensive Elementary French: Cours Préparatoire |
| French 201 (3) (5) | Intermediate French: Cours pratique |
| French 301 (3) (5) | Advanced French I: Cours pratique |
| French 401 (3) (5) | Advanced French II: Cours pratique |
| French 102/202/302/402 (1) (1) | Conversation |
| French 507 (2) | Teaching French as a Second Language: Orientations actuelles de la didactique du Français, langue étrangère (in July) |
Afternoon classes
Students enrolled in a cours pratique on the AIFS program may enroll in two special seminars conducted by the Sorbonne for AIFS students. Since they are taught in French, students need to place at the high intermediate level or better to enroll. Once enrolled, attendance is required. These seminars meet for a total of 20 hours during the month of July only.
| Afternoon classes taught in French |
| French 303 (2) | French Civilization Seminar |
| Art History 304 (2) | Paris: Its Architecture and History |
| Conférences | French Civilization Lectures: Conférences |
Other courses
In addition to courses for formal academic credit, AIFS offers these non-credit options in the afternoon or evening.
| Non-credit enrichment courses |
| Non-credit | Aspects of French Fashion and Design |
| Non-credit | French Cuisine |
| Non-credit | French Wine |