LEARN FRENCH in Angers, in the Loire valley UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE L OUEST FRANCE

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1 UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE L OUEST FRANCE LEARN FRENCH in Angers, in the Loire valley Academic year Summer courses A la carte courses Teacher training UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE L OUEST

2 LE CIDEF CIDEF is the center of French studies. It is part of the faculty of Humanities of the Université catholique de l ouest (UCO), in Angers Creation of CIDEF students 59 teachers 156 partner universities 60 nationalities L UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE L OUEST 1875 Foundation of 100 the University training programmes 6 faculties Education Humanities Sciences Human and social sciences Theology and religious sciences Law, economy and management 2 Place of Ralliement - Angers

3 Cathedral of Angers ANGERS Residents u 1hour0 from Paris by TGV u TESTIMONY Kanako Hiramatsu, Japanese student What are the advantages at CIDEF? "French language competencies, cultural experience and great relationships. It is not always easy to learn French, but my teachers here always encouraged me in a creative way. I gained a lot of cultural knowledge from the different courses. I also learned a lot terms of cultural knowledge, because CIDEF is for international students, and I now have friends from all over the world. I can say that thanks to CIDEF, I am more openminded. Those deep and precious experiences will always remain in my memories." TESTIMONY Katherine Salley, American student " My semester at CIDEF was better than I could have ever imagined. To begin, Angers is a beautiful city, where everyone is receptive to and welcoming of students trying to learn French. Everyone, from shop owners to people passing by in the streets, was kind and patient with us as we worked to improve our French, which further encouraged our desire to keep learning. As an international school, CIDEF allowed us not only to delve into French culture, but also to gain a deeper cultural understanding of a variety of countries. This was an experience that I had never had before! Finally, the professors at CIDEF are engaging and adapt to our level as they work with us to grow in our understanding of French language and culture. I am so grateful for my wonderful experience at CIDEF.." Bords de La Maine, cale de la Savate

4 SUMMER COURSES July, August and September 0 1 to 12 weeks 0 20hours per week/ 80hours per month 0 Excursions and cultural activities TUITION 0 one month : one week : 55 DISCOUNTS 0 A 5% discount is granted to students who have attended the preceding session in its entirety. Learning equipment (books and textbooks) to buy at CIDEF (/- 0 per month) The 50 deposit and the registration fees (0 ) are non-refundable. All courses started are due. DATES 2019 Welcoming staff at the station from 10.0 am to 7.00 pm Monday Placement test 9.0 am) Tuesday Start of classes Wednesday End of classes Friday Departure dates Saturday July 1 ST 2 nd rd August September 2 nd rd CIDEF Students

5 ACADEMIC YEAR COURSES Levels A1 to C to 21 contact hours per week 0 University Diploma (DU) for a one-year program of French and French and Culture Certificate for shorter programs 0 Courses programs: week, month, trimester, semester, year COURSES Language class Research project Oral expression Oral comprehension Phonetics Writing skills Grammar Theatrical Expression English-French translation French for fashion business*** Business French*** Socioeconomic studies*** French for tourism*** French for academic purposes Cultures and discovery Sociocultural studies History of France Art history History of music Philosophy French politics European politics Literature Theology Language Language courses A1 Beginner 12 French for specific purposes* Cultural courses* A2 Elementary 9 Intermediate 1 9 B1 Intermediate 2 6 B2 C1 C2 Upperintermediate 6 Advanced 6 1 S F S S Compulsory classes F= Fall Choice of courses (from 2 to 5 choices according to level) S = Spring *** These options also prepare for CCI certifications TUITION DISCOUNTS DATES 0 One year: (100 registration fees) 0 One semestrer: 156 (60 registration fees) 0 one trimester: (60 registration fees) 0 One week: please contact us 0 A 5% discount is granted to students who have attended the preceding session in its entirety. Learning equipment (books and textbooks) to buy at CIDEF (/- 60 per semester) The 50 deposit and the registration fees are non-refundable. All courses started are due Fall semester Spring semester Welcoming staff at the station from 10.0 am to 7.00 pm Tuesday October 1 st February 4 Placement test (9.0 am) Wednesday October 2 nd February 5 Start of classes Monday October 7 February 10 End of trimester Saturday Dec. 21 st End of semester Saturday February 1 st June 7 st 5

6 A LA CARTE COURSES Customized subjects and topics À la carte excursions A specific course according to the number of students and their level (from A1 to C2) : 0 Adaptated contact hours 0 Personalized schedule 0 Various course durations Customized cultural activities A choice of accommodation options CERTIFICATION CIDEF is exam center for: TCF ANF (Test de connaissance du français pour l accès à la nationalité française) TCF TP (Test de connaissance du français tout public) Diplôme Français de la mode (A2), Diplôme Français Professionnel Tourisme et Hôtellerie (B1) and Diplôme de Français des Affaires (B1, B2, C1), organised by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry TCF carte résident Students can also register for the exams of DELF and DALF at CIDEF. To prepare the DELF and DALF exams, CIDEF offers evening classes. EXAM SESSIONS DELF-DALF DFP Mode, DFP Tourisme et Hôtellerie, DFP Français des affaires TCF TP TCF ANF TCF carte résident MONTH January and May January and May December and April Every third Thursday of each month (except for April, July and August) Please contact us 6 Castle of Angers

7 TEACHERS TRAINING YOU ARE A TEACHER OF FRENCH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (FLE), PLEASE PICK BELOW THE OPTION THAT SUITS YOU BEST! NEW! Prepare and pass a university degree in «Outils et pratiques pédagogiques FLE» (pedagogical tools and practices for French as a foreign language) 1 - Come to CIDEF 2 - Study from home - Contact us 1 2 Improve your knowledge and skills in French language and culture (academic year or summer program). Do a pedagogical teacher training through online modules. These modules have been created in collaboration with our publishing partner Editions DIDIER. If you pass 7 and more modules, you will earn a university degree in pedagogical tools and practices for French as a foreign language (some professional training or an internship may be necessary). Ask for one of our teacher trainers to come to your institution for a training session. TESTIMONY Ma Ning, Chinese student "I have been studying 8 months at CIDEF, in Angers in France at the Université catholique de l Ouest and I have had a very good time here. It was a really good experience, a very impressive one! Here, at UCO, you can make friends with students coming from all over the world, discussing culture. Students and teachers are nice and dynamic. The learning and teaching environment is so good and properly equipped. There is a good atmosphere. The contents are varied and that s why you can learn a lot. I am luck to be in a homestay with a couple. They are very nice. I have learned about real French life staying with them. I have tasted a lot of different food and had the chance to discuss and participate in family celebrations. It was awesome! I will never forget these fantastic moments that will remain precious and memorable." UCO campus 7

8 HOUSING AND CATERING SUMMER HOMESTAY 0 HOMESTAY 0 IN PRIVATELY-OWNED STUDENT RESIDENCES DESCRIPTION PERIOD PRICE Homestay One month meals per day One week 279 on campus [July and August] Homestay One month 7 lunch on campus One week 18 July, August and September] Homestay with all One month 1 0 breakfasts and dinners One week 258 lunch on campus [July, August and September] DESCRIPTION PERIOD PRICE Room One month meals per day on campus One week 21 [July and August] Room One month 945 lunch on campus One week 26 [July and August] For September : depending on availabilities. Included: - Weekend lunch and dinner (from the arrival evening to lunch on departure day) Not included: - weekend breakfast (on campus) - lunch for those participating in the excursions (bring a picnic) To be added: a housing insurance (between 50 and 80 ) subscribed in France 0 OTHER RATES: Other housing options (flats or studios) or board only are possible. Please contact us. ACADEMIC YEAR HOMESTAY HOMESTAY DESCRIPTION PERIOD PRICE Homestay One trimester with access to the kitchen Fall semester Spring semester Homestay One trimester 1 62 with all breakfasts Fall semester dinners per week Spring semester 2 12 access to the kitchen IMPORTANT INFORMATION For all homestay options: 0 Signature of Housing Charter. 0 A security deposit must be paid (one month s rent without meals). 0 Non refundable mandatory housing deposit (50 ). 0 Mandatory housing insurance subscribed in France. To be added: a housing insurance (between 50 and 80 ) subscribed in France 8 Castle of Angers - Vines

9 ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS EXCURSIONS 0 Day trips or half day trips: 70 0 Package of 5 visits: 40 : 40 (Lunch is not included: the participants must bring a picnic no catering on site). VISITS AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES 0 Half-day visits and activities 0 To be reserved at CIDEF: minimum 15 persons. Brissac castle Cooking class American cemetery in Normandy Traditional boat trip Le Mont Saint Michel 9

10 UNIVERSITY SERVICES 0 Library (culture, exhibitions and work in a calm environment) 0 Cultural service (music, theatre, concerts, debates, conferences ) 0 Welfare service (a nurse and several health professional available..) 0 Housing service 0 Printing service (copy, print) 0 Campus ministry (a place to discuss religious culture, spirituality and life) 0 2 cafeterias CIDEF CIDEF Student in the library 0 The Bureau des échanges culturels [BEC] It offers cultural and sport activities, meeting French people and students as well as getting in touch with people from Angers who want to make students discover their way of life and culture. TESTIMONY Majd, Iraqi student "I come from Iraq and I started studying at CIDEF in When I first arrived in CIDEF it was a little difficult as I knew no one and I was afraid I would not be able to meet people. Little by little, I started making friends with students in class and also during the evenings organized by the BEC (Office in charge of cultural exchanges). I met teachers and I participated in the international evening. I sang arabics songs with my sister who is also a student at CIDEF and we presented Iraqi culture and photos to the other students. During the second semestre, I also joined the international day event : I went to a primary school and really enjoyed it. I met children to whom I presented my country. It was a tremendous day! This semester, I will also participate in the international evening and I will sing with my class. I am very happy to be at CIDEF and to meet other international students. I learn French language and also French culture. I am experiencing an incredible year!" 10 Esplanade of the Quay

11 REGISTRATION AND CONDITIONS REGISTRATION 0 ON THE CIDEF WEBSITE On-line registration 0 WITH THE REGISTRATION FORM (SEE BELOW) 1- Fill in, sign and send the registration form (form to be signed by the parent if the student is under age). 2- Attach an end of secondary study certificate or a document proving your registration in your home university. - Pay a 50 deposit and the application fees per registered session. The deposit will be deducted from the tuition fees*. 4- Pay a 50 deposit if you book accommodation through CIDEF. The deposit will be deducted from the housing fees. 5- Attach a photocopy of your passport. When we receive your documents, an official certificate or pre-registration will be sent. * Payment by using an international money order, bank check on a French bank or bank transfer. Note: the bank fees are to be paid by the student. VISA The administrative formalities necessary to enter France must be carried out by the student. Upon arrival at CIDEF, if you have a 4-month visa or more, the OFII procedure is mandatory. CONDITIONS Our courses are open to students from all nationalities ending their high-school studies. It is possible to arrive any time during the program (except for beginners who must arrive at the beginning of each session). Short programs (from one to several weeks) are possible during the regular CIDEF courses. All courses started are due. Cancellation fees : the application fees and the deposits (50 for tuition and 50 for housing) are non refundable in case of cancellation. INSURANCES There is a free and mandatory subscription for any foreign student to the French social security system. The registration form has to be filled in online (etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr), at arrival. A private insurance in the country of origin should be taken. The liability (civil responsability) insurance and comprehensive housing insurance are mandatory. REGISTRATION FORM (please fill in clearly using capital letters) CIDEF CENTRE INTERNATIONAL D ÉTUDES FRANÇAISES UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE L OUEST BP ANGERS cedex 01 France / Tél. (0) NAME... FIRSTNAME... NATIONALITY... DATE OF BIRTH... /... / IN (city)... NATIVE LANGUAGE... SEX: F M YOUR ADDRESS IN YOUR COUNTRY CITY... COUNTRY... TEL. ( ) @... STUDIES IN YOUR COUNTRY... YOUR HOME UNIVERSITY... HAVE YOU ALREADY COME TO CIDEF? YES NO WHEN : COURSE N : 11

12 0 Centre international d études françaises [CIDEF] Université catholique de l Ouest place André Leroy BP Angers cedex 01 FRANCE 0 cidef@uco.fr 0 Tél. : (0) ANGERS Université Catholique de l Ouest Photo direction de la communication UCO, Ville d Angers, Corinne Nicolle, Julien Knaub, Nicolas Raymond. I REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER 2019 July August September I register for the academic period.../.../ au.../.../ I REGISTER FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2019 / Trimester (October to December)... Fall semester... Spring semester... The academic year (October to June)... HOUSING I have already found accommodation by myself... My address in Angers is... I will look for accommodation by myself... Please ask UCO housing service to provide me with accommodation for the duration of my course (50 deposit). Academic year : homestay Room access to the kitchen... Room and all breakfast and dinners per week access to the kitchen... Summer : homestay Homestay meals per day on campus (except September)... Homestay lunches on campus... Homestay and half board lunches on campus... Summer in privately-owned student residences in July and August (September: please contact us). Room in the residence meals per day on campus... Room in the residence lunches on campus... Other options: please contact us... PAYMENT A 50 deposit for tuition fees and for housing are to be paid for each registration period. I enclose one or two deposits the application fees, which is the sum of... (international money order, a check in euros made out to the UCO-CIDEF, payable into a French bank, or wire transfer if you ask for our bank details by ). This sum is non-refundable. The deposit(s) will be deducted from the tuition and housing fees (if applicable). The balance (tuition fees and housing fees) will be paid upon arrival at CIDEF. Any course, once started is due in full. On receipt of this registration form, the deposit fees, the application fees and the required documents, we will send you an official certificate of pre-registration. Date :.../... / Signature of the student (or parent if the student is underage).