Intensive French

Course description

The Intensive 30 Course is for students who want to maximize their language learning practice during their stay. The courses focus heavily on speaking and communication skills: the morning consists of 4 lessons in communication skills, while the afternoon consists of 2 lessons in special topics. These lessons provide the opportunity to learn the local culture and customs.

Course topics

The classes stress the use of language in everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day, students will work on grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, while in the other 2 lessons, they will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Textbooks and a variety of other materials are used in instruction, including role-playing, newspapers, magazines and other materials. Students focus on special topics and classes in the afternoon. Topics include: fluency practice, media studies, film and theater, local culture, current events, politics, and research using the internet. Intermediate and advanced students also have the option of studying in the test-preparation and business classes.

Schedule
Course duration	1 - 52 weeks
Start dates	Every Monday (except for beginners)
Start dates for beginners	Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 2, Dec 6
Classes per week	30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days	Monday-Friday
Class times	9:00 - 15:20 (break from 12:40 - 13:40)
School holidays	Nov 1, Nov 11, Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 26, Dec 27, Dec 28, Dec 29, Dec 30, Dec 31, Jan 1, Jan 2

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Language Studies International does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.