Study French In Montpellier - France

  France

• Montpellier: 
Montpellier

Dates: throughout the year

Description: ILA is located in the heart of Montpellier's interesting historic center. The school itself is located in a charming private mansion dating back to the 18th century, just opposite the impressive Chamber of Commerce in one of Montpellier's most attractive pedestrian shopping streets. From here it is only a short walk to the open green space of the 'Jardin du Champs de Mars' and only a few yards to the famous 'Place de la Comýdie', Montpellier's main square. This lively square offers a wide choice of cafe's and sunny terraces, where many of the students enjoy a coffee together after classes.

ILA is open year round and offers courses for all levels and purposes with flexible starting dates. The recently redecorated institute offers airy and light air-conditioned classrooms ideally equipped for the interactive tuition method taught at the school. Students who attend this school do so for a variety of reasons: to complement their studies at home, for business purposes or out of an interest of French culture and civilization. Overall, you will find a friendly and international atmosphere. ILA offers quality programs in small groups with 3-10 students per class so that the learning process is accelerated and personal attention is given. Private instruction and combined courses are also available throughout the year. All courses are taught by experienced and qualified teachers, who are native speakers. Their competence and enthusiasm will make learning a pleasure. Besides offering excellent French language programs, ILA also offers (and or assists in arranging) a variety of interesting cultural activities and weekend excursions allowing student the chance to really get to know France.

Quick School Facts

The minimum age for a student is 16 years.
The facilities are ideal for small group instruction.
It is very easy to combine this program with any of our French language programs
ILA has a series of very comprehensive books and materials.
The school offers an extensive array of cultural activities.
Students can send and receive email for free.
Students have access to the internet for free.
Students have as a standard accommodation package, the choice of staying with local host families or staying in student residences. The school can arrange a hotel or an apart-hotel if that is what you desire.

Highlights: - A lively university city.
- A medium sized city - big enough to offer a wide range of cultural events without having the problems/congestion of a larger city.
- The historic center of the city with narrow streets, private mansions and numerous cafes has an outstanding atmosphere.
- The long sandy beaches of the Mediterranean are only a few miles away.
- The region around Montpellier is relatively undeveloped, which means there are some great outdoor excursions available.
- Montpellier is centrally located in Southern France. As such getting to many places of interest is very easy.
- The Pyrenees Mountains are very close and offer the visitor the chance to go hiking, visit small towns, go skiing or many other interesting activities.
- Getting to Paris and other major cities is quick and convenient.
- Montpellier is a clean and safe town.
- The city has an excellent climate with more than 300 days of sunshine per year.

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no