French courses for non-French speaking students

The course, commonly referred to as FLE (Français Langue Étrangère), is organized by École Soralia, an external institution based in Liège specializing in French language education and francophone cultural integration. This partnership ensures that international students receive expert guidance in adapting both linguistically and culturally to their studies at the Conservatoire royal de Liège.

The program goes beyond language acquisition, incorporating a variety of activities designed to immerse students in francophone culture. These may include cultural workshops, guided city tours of Liège, and specialized modules on the use of French in the artistic domain.

The Conservatoire royal de Liège is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships covering the full cost of the course for international students. However, as École Soralia has a restricted number of places available, we kindly urge you to adhere strictly to the deadlines set by both institutions.

The management, teaching staff, and the wider CrLg community strongly encourage you to enroll in this course. Not only will it facilitate your integration into the academic environment, but it will also provide significant advantages in improving your ability to communicate effectively in French, thereby enriching your overall experience. 

 

Enrollment Details for the Course – Q1 2025/2026

If you wish to participate in this course, please follow the steps below:

  1. Fill this form before 1st September 2025

  2. Register at École Soralia

    Visit the École Soralia offices at Rue Darchis 20, Liège from mid-August to complete your registration. Follow their instructions regarding enrollment, level testing, schedule arrangements, and other requirements.

    Be sure to check the registration deadlines on their official website: https://www.ecoles-soralia-liege.be/inscriptions/ and ensure that you complete your enrollment on time, as late applications will not be accepted.

  3. Pay the Course Fees
    Complete the payment for the course as instructed by École Soralia.

  4. Submit Proof of Payment
    Save a copy of your payment receipt or certificate and email it to relations.internationales@crlg.be no later than 1st November 2025.

  5. Reimbursement Process
    After completing all administrative formalities, you will receive a reimbursement for the course fee.


Important Notice
The registration process is handled directly between you and École Soralia. The Conservatoire royal de Liège acts only as an intermediary to provide information and support, and to facilitate the funding of your French studies.

Please note that respecting the deadlines set by École Soralia is mandatory. No exceptions will be made. We expect you to take full responsibility for managing your French studies.

 

Target Students

This course is designed for all non-French-speaking individuals who wish to learn French. It aims to help participants develop the ability to speak, understand, read, and write effectively in various contexts, including daily life and professional settings.

Opportunities

Learning French provides essential tools for integration and socialization. The ability to communicate and understand French will greatly enhance your daily life in Liège, both professionally and personally. Moreover, it will ease your transition into the artistic and professional landscape in Belgium.

Duration and Organization

The duration of the course varies depending on the student’s level, course frequency, and learning objectives. The training can range from 6 months to 2 years for a complete program.

  • Courses are offered from September to January and/or from January to June.
  • Classes are held 2 or 3 times per week, depending on the student’s level.

 

Recognition

Upon successful completion of the course, and provided you pass the exams and attend at least 80% of the lessons, you will receive an official European certificate in French language, issued by the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles. Please note that this certificate differs from the DELF. It is your responsibility to verify its recognition in any other country where you might need it.

Regarding attendance, exceptions related to your academic commitments at the Conservatoire—such as concerts, auditions, or rehearsals that cannot be rescheduled—will be considered justified absences by the French professor. To qualify, you must always communicate in advance and provide proof from your professor at the CrLg (an email from your professor will suffice).

Certificates of achievement will be awarded according to the level reached (UEDA, UEDB, A1, A2, B1, etc.).

Programme

Several teaching units of 120 periods are organized according to the school. The teaching units are positioned in relation to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Niveau débutant

Périodes

Introduction à la langue française

120

UEDB

120

   

Niveau élémentaire

 

UE1 (élémentaire)

120

UE2 (élémentaire)

120

   

Niveau moyen

 

UE3 (moyen)

120

UE4 (moyen)

120

UE5 (moyen – B1.3)

120

UE6 (atteinte du niveau B1)

120

 Several teaching units of 120 periods are organized according to the school. The teaching units are positioned in relation to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

 

Further Information

For more details, please visit the FPS website: https://ecoles-soralia-liege.be/fps/formations-generales/francais/.

Any questions regarding logistics, course organization, or content should be directed directly to École Soralia.