Online course – 1 month
The one-month French 360 course at the Alliance Française in Lyon is the ideal solution for discovering French at your own pace, balancing your professional life with language learning.
This French course is designed for employees, international students, or professionals who want to learn French quickly and effectively through distance learning, while maintaining a pace that fits with their professional activities or studies. It allows students to gradually acquire the language skills they need for everyday life in France.
During 20 hours of lessons, enjoy a comprehensive learning experience from the comfort of your own home, guided by a team of qualified and experienced FLE teachers.
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The program follows the standards of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Each level, from A1 to C1, allows students to develop the following skills:
- Listening comprehension
- Oral expression (continuous and interactive)
- Reading comprehension
- Written expression
Examples of educational activities in online classes:
- Interactive videoconference sessions on Zoom with a French as a foreign language teacher
- Self-paced training modules on the Apolearn platform
- Practical exercises, collaborative activities, and online workshops
- Ressources complémentaires : vidéos, audios, tutoriels et manuels numériques
The courses promote listening comprehension, spontaneous expression, and self-confidence.
- A1: Introductory level: understand and use simple everyday phrases. Learn more
- A2: Intermediate level: communicate in simple and predictable situations in everyday life. Learn more
- B1: threshold level: express yourself fluently and understand more complex texts. Learn more
- B2: Independent level: communicate clearly and develop ideas on a wide range of topics. Learn more
- C1: Proficient level: master French with ease and communicate fluently on complex topics. Learn more
A placement test is mandatory before the start of classes.
Teachers use modern, interactive textbooks:
- Défi actuel for levels A1 and B1
- Défi for levels B1 and B2
These methods are available in paper and digital formats and offer:
- Explanatory videos
- Exercices interactifs
- Interactive exercises
Learn more about the Défi method: link
In order to offer a modern and interactive experience, the course includes:
- Zoom platform
- Apolearn: online learning platform featuring resources, videos, and exercises
- Wooclap: quizzes and interactive activities to boost participation
The placement test assesses language skills and places each participant in a suitable group. It is available online or during a consultation appointment.
After registering, you will receive an email giving you access to our online platform. You will start with a self-assessment, which will enable us to offer you a test tailored to your profile.
This French placement test, based on the four skills of the CEFR (listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing), lasts between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes.
It is then corrected by an expert trainer from the Alliance Française in Lyon, ensuring accurate placement in the appropriate level.
Designed by our teaching team specializing in French as a foreign language (FLE), this test ensures optimal placement in your course.
At the Alliance Française in Lyon, learning French is above all a cultural immersion and a human experience. Our teachers are all certified FLE experts with Master’s degrees, who use a communicative and action-oriented approach. From day one, learners are encouraged to speak and interact in order to progress naturally in French.
The courses use the textbooks Défi actuel (A1-A2) and Défi (B1-B2), available in a hybrid edition (student’s book + online activity book with videos, tutorials and pronunciation exercises). Our online educational tool centralizes materials, exercises, and videos for a comprehensive, interactive experience.
Our experienced teachers ensure a coherent progression with clear objectives and final tasks for each session. Learners develop skills that they can use in their daily and professional lives.
Learning French with the Alliance Française de Lyon is much more than just taking a class: it’s about experiencing the language on a daily basis, making rapid progress, and discovering the richness of Francophone culture.

- Recommended registration: at least 45 days before the start of the course
- Processing time: 3 business days maximum.
- To start on the first day, register no later than the previous Tuesday.
- Attendance and personal work are essential for success in the program.
