The course, commonly referred to as FLE (Français Langue Étrangère), is organized by École Soralia, an external institution based in Liège that specializes in French language education and francophone cultural integration. This partnership ensures that international students receive expert guidance in adapting linguistically and culturally to their studies at the Conservatoire royal de Liège.
The program not only focuses on language acquisition but also includes a wide range of activities aimed at immersing students in francophone culture. These activities may include cultural workshops, 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 to international students, which will cover the full cost of the course. However, given that École Soralia provides a limited number of places, 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. It will not only facilitate your integration into the academic environment but also provide significant advantages in your ability to communicate effectively in French, thereby enhancing your overall experience.
Enrollment Details
If you wish to participate in this course, please follow the steps below:
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Submit Your Motivation Letter
Send a motivation letter (minimum 1000 characters, in PDF format) to relations.internationales@crlg.be explaining your interest in attending the French language course and why improving your French skills is important for you. The deadline for submission is 6th January 2025. You may write the letter in either English or French. -
Receive Confirmation
You will be informed by 10th January 2025 at the latest whether you have been selected to receive funding for the course. -
Register at École Soralia
Visit the École Soralia offices at Rue Darchis 20, Liège at the beginning of January to complete your registration. Follow their instructions regarding enrollment, level testing, schedule arrangements, etc. Be sure to check the registration deadlines on their official website: https://www.ecoles-soralia-liege.be/inscriptions/. -
Pay the Course Fees
Complete the payment for the course as instructed by École Soralia. -
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 March 2025. -
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).
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Niveau débutant |
Périodes |
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Introduction à la langue française |
120 |
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UEDB |
120 |
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Niveau élémentaire |
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UE1 (élémentaire) |
120 |
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UE2 (élémentaire) |
120 |
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Niveau moyen |
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UE3 (moyen) |
120 |
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UE4 (moyen) |
120 |
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UE5 (moyen – B1.3) |
120 |
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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 addressed directly to École Soralia.
