Alliance Française de Manchester - Learn French in Manchester, Immersion Courses and French Culture, French courses

Alliance française de Manchester provides custom-made language programs to enable you to achieve your professional communication goals. A tailor-made study programme will be offered to meet your professional objectives based on an initial assessment of your needs. We have successfully trained clients working in the catering, service, distribution, technology, finance and production sectors.

Emphasis is placed on developing:

Key language skills
Effective and confident spoken French
Cultural awareness and insight into Business practices

Training is delivered by qualified native French teachers at times to suit your commitments. Our proven teaching techniques incorporate role play and simulation in order to get as close as possible to real life situations.

What you should do

Step 1: Contact us
Tel: 0161 236 7117
Email: courses@afmanchester.org

Step 2: Assess your needs
Our consultant will come to your company to assess your needs free of charge to evaluate your existing language level and to assess your needs and objectives.
According to the goals you want to achieve, we establish, for each student/group, a custom-made language programme.

Step 3: Choose your course
The Alliance Française can offer:

French at your desk
Minimum disruption to your work schedule with tailor-made tuition (available at any level) at your premises. Training programmes are ideally organised into modules of 30 hours with a minimum of two hours per week.

French à la carte
Tailor-made tuition (any level) at our premises that gives the most flexible approach for short to medium term training needs: from semi-intensive programmes over a few days to weekly 2 hour sessions over a few months.

Speciality French
For the Legal, Hotel & Catering, Tourism Professions. Other specialities on request.

Three-day immersion course
Three consecutive days immersion - (intermediate and advanced levels) - 6 hours per day with a variety of tutors, at our or your own premises. Ideal for those who need an urgent refresher course.

French over the phone
For people who often deal with French speakers over the phone (managers, bilingual secretaries etc.). You do not even have to leave your desk for it, simply agree a day and a time in advance, and spend 20 minutes speaking French to a specially trained French native teacher. Minimum level: intermediate, 10 sessions minimum. £190 for 10 sessions.

Step 4: Progress Evaluation
A progress report is made every 30hrs by your instructor to ensure proper progress monitoring. A final evaluation is conducted to check if you have met your objectives.

Step 5: It's time to start
You set the timetable and the start date. We select the right trainer(s) and teaching materials. Et voilà, you speak French!

Tuition Fees :

Tuition rates per hour for tailor-made courses at the Alliance

General French
1 student: £35
2 - 6 Students: £40

Specialised French
1 student: £38
2 - 6 Students: £43

Tuition rates per hour for tailor-made courses at your desk/home

General French
1 student: £40
2 - 6 Students: £45

Specialised French
1 student: £43
2 - 6 Students: £48

For courses at your work place or your home, please note that additional travel expenses are charged at the rate of 50 pence per mile.

Discounts

Over 30 hours**: -7.5%
Over 50 hours : - 12.5%

** 30 hours taken at one time and per person / group



Churchgate House, 4th Floor 56 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6EU
Tel : 0161 236 7117 Fax : 0161 236 7997
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Présentations des cours

We are proud to welcome almost 300 students for each session who choose to improve their knowledge of the French language and culture at the Alliance française de Manchester !

What we provide:

Courses are designed to develop spoken French for immediate social and professional use.

Your progress is monitored through regular homework and end-of-level evaluations. Students will benefit from the close attention of our fully qualified teachers (all French native speakers) specifically trained and experienced in teaching French as a foreign language.

For all the courses below, regardless of the level, the emphasis is put on spoken French.

Courses from Beginners right up to Fluency

As a member of the Alliance Française de Manchester you have access to the mediatheque for a year.

*Concessions on course fees to full time students, unemployed and senior citizens on production of relevant proof.

Courses fees are not refundable or transferable under any circumstances. Alliance Française reserves the right to cancel a course if there are insufficient students. Only in this case will payements be refunded or credited.

Assessing your level: Do you know some French but are unsure of your level ?
We strongly recommend that you call us on: 0161 236 7117 for an appointment to come and meet our course director who will be pleased to advise you, free of charge, on which course to choose!

Please find below a description of our courses level by level.

July and August 2010

Intensive 3-day-elementary course

For those students who have completed at least 60 hours of French tuition .This is a course allowing you to learn at a fast pace how to express yourself in present, past and future. With lots of opportunities to communicate in practical situations, this will boost your confidence in speaking French. No textbook required.
3 days / 18 hours (3 sessions of six hours)
prix : £130 / £115 (concession)

jour	horaire	session	prix
12-13-14 July	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130/ £115 (concession)
9-10-11 August	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130 / £115 (concession)
6-7-8 September	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130 / £115 (concession)

Intensive 3-day-intermediate course

For students who have completed at least 150 hours of tuition. If you are looking to brush up on your communication skills while getting an idea of grammar points such as the subjunctive, this is the best way to make quick progress. You'll be encouraged to make longer sentences, to give your point of view, to add details to your descriptions. 18 hours of total immersion in the language! No textbook required.
3 days / 18 hours (3 sessions of six hours)
prix : £130 / £115 (concession)

jour	horaire	session	prix
12-13-14 July	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130 / £115 (concession)
9-10-11 August	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130 / £115 (concession)
6-7-8 September	10am - 1pm and 2pm to 5pm		£130 / £115 (concession)

Autumn Session : 13 Sept 2010 - 20 Nov 2010

Beginners 1

This course for complete beginners (or almost) will give you the basis for further studies in French. You'll learn simple ways of getting by and asking for help and you'll be able to introduce yourself and to establish first social contacts. Book reference : Connexions 1 (units 1-2-3) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A1 (or breakthrough level) part 1 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Thursday	6pm- 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Saturday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Beginners 2

You may have done a GCSE course a while ago or you've studied French formally previously for at least 30 hours. By the end of this course, you'll be able to get by in everyday situations such as at the station or in a hotel. You'll be able to have short conversations in the present tense to describe your daily routine for instance. Book reference :Connexions 1 (units 4-5-6) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A1 (or breakthrough level) part 2 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6pm-9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Tuesday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£140
Wednesday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 /£140
Saturday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Elementary 1

In this course you'll learn to talk about what you've done recently, where your last holiday took place, what you did last weekend or what kind of a child you used to be! By now you'll be able to converse and interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly. Book reference : Connexions 1 (units 7-8-9) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A1 (or breakthrough level) part 3 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6pm-9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Thursday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Elementary 2

A course where you'll deal with most practical aspects of everyday life such as buying clothes or finding your way in a town. You'll also learn to discuss your plans for the future. By the end of this course you should have a fair idea of how to express yourself in present, past and future. Book reference: Connexions 1 (units 10-11-12) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A2 (or waystage) part 1 of 3.
10 weeks , 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Tuesday	6pm-9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Saturday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Elementary Revision

After Elementary 2, an intensive 10-week revision class. A lot of oral work in class, with your own exercise-book, CD and transcripts for a chance of further practice at home. Book reference: Grammaire en dialogues
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Wednesday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Intermediate 1

This level tackles suggestions and invitations. You'll learn to socialise and give your opinion on food, entertainment, places of interest or towns. In conversation, you'll be able to agree or disagree giving simple explanations and points of view. Book reference: Alter Ego 2 (files 1 and 2) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A2 (or waystage) part 2 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Intermediate 2

You have studied the language before but wish to go beyond the survival stage. You can express yourself in the present, past and future but need some revision. You'll do just that in this course as well as learning to express your feelings using the subjunctive tense. You'll acquire ways of showing your interest, enthusiasm or disappointment. Book reference: Alter Ego 2 (files 3 and 4) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to A2 (or waystage) part 3 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Tuesday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Intermediate 3

This course aims to broaden your range of vocabulary and to extend your grammar skills so that you start expressing yourself using longer sentences with connective words. This will help you to structure your conversations, adding detail and precision. For example, you'll be able to compare and give your opinion on working hours in France and in your own country. Book reference: Alter Ego 2 (files 5 and 6) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to B1 (or threshold) part 1 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Wednesday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Intermediate 4

You have an A level standard or thereabout. This course will help you become more independent. You'll discuss the environment, the role of charities and other topical issues. You'll also keep extending your grammar knowledge. Book reference: Alter Ego 2 (files 7-8-9) On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to B1 (or threshold) part 2 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Saturday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Intermediate Revision

After Intermediate 4, a chance to revise before embarking on the advanced and proficiency courses. Book reference: 450 exercices de revision Niveau Intermédiaire
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Tuesday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Wednesday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£140

Higher 1

You are on the threshold of autonomy in the language. You can deal with most situations likely to arise in a French-speaking country. You can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. In this course, you'll learn to persuade someone to do something. You'll also learn to oppose some plans whilst justifying your position. Book reference: Alter Ego 3 On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to B1 (or threshold) part 3 of 3.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Thursday	6pm - 9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

Higher 2

You are a fairly independent speaker of French. You can interact with native-speakers quite spontaneously. You are now developing your knowledge of French culture and making comparisons with what happens in your own country. In this course, you will talk about the French press, the arts, French organizations and solidarity. Book reference: Alter Ego 3 dossiers 4-5-6 On the Common European Framework of Reference this course corresponds to B2 part 1 of 2.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Friday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£140

Advanced + conversation

An informal class consisting of one hour of " à la carte" grammar revision at an advanced level , followed by two hours of discussion and debates on various topics. A great way to maintain a good level of fluency without forgetting your grammar. No book needed. Level required: post Inter 4
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Wednesday	6pm-9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140

DELF B1/B2 exam class

With DALF, the only French as a foreign language qualifications officially recognised by the French ministry of Education and internationally valid. This class prepares you for the exam session which takes place at Alliance Française in June every year. Level required : Inter 3 onwards
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Wednesday	6pm-9pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 / £140
Saturday	10am - 1pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£150 /£140

DALF C1 exam class

With DELF, the only French as a foreign language qualifications officially recognised by the French ministry of Education and internationally valid.This class prepares you for the session which takes place at Alliance Française in June every year. An advanced level is required to join the course.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £150 / £140 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Tuesday	6pm-9pm	4 May - 10 July	£150 / £140

Other courses

Elementary Conversation

For Elementary 2 and 3 or GCSE levels, discussion around everyday themes, role-playing, group conversation and pronunciation exercises . No book needed.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £ 115 / £105 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Thursday	6.30pm-8.30pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£115 / £105

Intermediate Conversation

Due to popular demand, we are expanding our range of conversation classes! This group is for students who already have a firm grounding in grammar and vocabulary at this level but wish to speak the language more spontaneously, including giving their opinion on a range of different issues. For those on the threshold of autonomy.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £ 115 / £105 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Monday	6.30pm-8.30pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£115 / £105

Higher Conversation

A very popular course. For advanced levels and above. Discussion and debates around various themes. An informal way to improve vocabulary and fluency. No book needed.
10 weeks, 1 day per week
prix : £ 115 / £105 (concession*)

jour	horaire	session	prix
Tuesday	2pm-4pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£105
Tuesday	6.30pm-8.30pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£115/ £105
Thursday	6.30pm-8.30pm	13 Sept 10 - 20 Nov 10	£115 / £105

Corporate training - Individual tuition

Corporate training

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