French as a foreign language

The main objective is to enable students to follow the courses given at École Centrale de Lyon, to be self-reliant in everyday situations and to make the most of their stay in France. French in 2nd Year is taught through 3 levels with linguistic and sociocultural objectives. The course provides the tools for understanding and communicating about topical and social issues, for interacting with French people on the campus and at work. Foreign double-degree students who have not graduated from secondary school in France have to obtain, during their 2nd year (March session), at least a DELF B2 level to validate their degree.

During semester 7, the focus is on professional life, on social issues (environment, sustainable development, ethics…) broached through cross-cultural presentations, and on preparation for DELF and DALF tests.