International Students
Comprehensive support for international students — integration, administrative procedures, French courses and official certifications.
Student 20H Programme
Non-European students with a student visa or student residence permit.
These annual programmes span 3 to 4 cycles of 24 weeks each, for non-European students with a student visa or residence permit.
Intensive French courses
FLE all levels, TEF / DFP / CLOE certification preparation for studies in France.
Administrative support
Help with prefecture, CROUS, Campus France, student residence permit.
Integration workshops
Cultural activities, associations, international student network.
Cardinal Campus
Partnership with Cardinal Campus for housing and student services.
20H Package — Monday to Friday (9am–3pm)
French: 20H/week + Workshops & Activities
Programme details
- Textbook (Hôtellerie-restauration.COM — CLE International): A1/A2 = €28.40 · B1/B2 = €31.70 · C1 = €37.60
- Registration fee: €70 (once per year)
- Pre-registration fee (visa application): €135
- Class size: 10 to 15 students
- Location: 3 Allée du Lavoir, 95130 Franconville
- Levels: A1 to C1
- Audience: Students aged 18+, with a student visa or residence permit
- Online interview and mandatory placement test to determine the student's level
Professional French — 20h/week
Discover the French language and culture and make progress in speaking and writing:
- Grammar / Vocabulary
- Oral and written comprehension
- Authentic task completion
- Interaction in diverse situations
Workshops & activities — 8h/week
Accelerate your progress: speak French in varied contexts!
Discover Paris and practise French in iconic and off-the-beaten-track locations.
Diplomas obtained
After a minimum 12-week cycle, students sit the DFP in Tourism, Hospitality & Restaurant (THR) or Business (DFP Affaires) from CCI Paris.
Internationally recognised
DFP diplomas are offered in 123 universities and management schools worldwide including Duke University, Georgetown University, MGIMO Moscow, Bocconi University Milan, HEC Paris.
CEMS (The Global Alliance in Management Education) recognises them for validating French proficiency across its 32 member schools.
DFP diplomas are recognised by several European ministries (France, Switzerland, Italy, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Austria…).
The DFP International Relations was co-designed with the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie.
Visa information
To enrol in one of these programmes, you need student status. You can pre-register with ABC Formation and apply for a visa at the consulate in your country. ABC Formation guides you step by step through pre-registration.