Diplomatic French for Civil Servants
Starting from 10th JulyEnjoy an unrivalled 20% privilege—reserved exclusively for civil servants—on our prestigious Diplomatic French programmes!
Unlock new career opportunities and boost your professional skills with our online Diplomatic French course—tailored specifically for members of the Civil Servants Network.
Our flexible courses develop the language skills needed to communicate confidently in diplomatic and administrative contexts—ideal for career growth, workplace demands, and collaboration with francophone partners.
Civil servant are also entitled to an exclusive 20% discount on all our Standard French group courses!* A unique opportunity to boost your language skills with our most popular programs. (*Except French at Lunch, Live French, Booster Week et Intensive Premium).
More about the course
- Diplomatic French From A2 to C1:
- Objectives
Strengthen your confidence and language proficiency to communicate effectively in professional, governmental, and international settings. This course is designed with a focus on real-life use of French within the civil service, diplomacy, and public administration sectors. - Learning approach
The course offers an interactive and practical learning experience focused on professional and diplomatic contexts. Lessons include role-plays, debates, group discussions, and peer feedback, all based on real-world scenarios and current international affairs. Students develop their speaking, listening, and writing skills using authentic news materials and thematic presentations. Key themes include diplomacy, media, the environment, geopolitics, and global issues. Weekly summaries and supporting resources are shared after each class to reinforce learning. - Resources
Courses at A2 to B2 levels follow a structured progression using Objectif Diplomatie. The C1 level is based entirely on authentic materials reflecting real-life professional contexts, without reliance on a textbook. Multimedia tools such as audio and video are used to support listening comprehension and pronunciation. - Tutor
Classes are led by experienced native French tutors with a background in teaching professionals from the civil service, diplomacy, and public administration. - Book a free level assessment for further advice and to find the right level for you here.
General French From A1:
Standard Evening Courses for beginners are also available from September to improve all 4 skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing – for general purposes, leisure and work.
Upon registration, you will be awarded a complimentary membership to enjoy films at our cinemas, books at our library, online perks, and more.
Contact us for more information and registration: institutions@institut-francais.org.uk
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