The DU Passerelle (intermediate level) focuses on intensive learning of French as a Foreign Language (FLE). It includes oral and written comprehension and production activities (156 hours per semester). Each semester enables you to reach a CEFR level in French.

You will sit exams to obtain a University Diploma.

It is also possible to take the DELF or TCF exams at the end of the course.

At the end of the DU Passerelle, students will be able to:

• Take notes and write in French
• Feel confident to speak French;
• Meet the requirements of university work;
• Prepare their application for a university course;
• Continue their studies in the French university system.

In addition to French courses, the DU offers students:

• a complementary course to discover French culture and society (21 hours per semester),
• training in university methodology (21 hours per semester),
• and orientation, integration and socio-cultural openness workshops and activities (40 hours per semester) to support them in the preparation of their university and professional project (orientation workshop, CV and cover letter writing, preparation of application files, cultural and sporting activities, etc.).

The French higher education system is complex.

During the training, professionals individually accompany each student to reflect on their academic and professional project, depending on their possibilities.

The DU relies on sponsorship of each student by 1 student tutor and 1 teaching mentor from the university . They support students in preparing their return to study project (identification of training courses, preparation of files and interviews), but also in their integration into the university.

Throughout the year, students are also supported by the DU teaching and administrative team with regular individual meetings to take stock of their situation and their project.

Different intercultural and sporting activities are offered during the year, linked to French courses:

• Museum visits, shows, etc.
• Access to the cultural offerings of the town of Sceaux,
• Sports and/or cultural workshops (led by an external volunteer speaker and/or student associations)

You will also have access to different partnerships between the DU Passerelle and other DUs of the Jean Monet University.

• Registration conditions: go to the university website to find out how to register.
• Application dates: April 15 to June 2, 2024
• Contact: du.passerelle@universite-paris-saclay.fr

After sending the application, if your application is accepted, you will receive an email with an invitation for an interview.