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Online French Courses: Speak, Read and Write French
From your first bonjour to confident, nuanced conversation.
About this course
French is spoken on several continents, including in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Canada and many countries in Africa. It is an official language of numerous international organisations and is closely linked to art, cuisine, fashion and diplomacy.
French can feel challenging at first because of its pronunciation and spelling. Our online French courses give these areas focused attention early on, helping adult learners hear the patterns of spoken French and build accurate habits from the start.
Who this course is for
Canadian learners who want to use French at work or in daily life in bilingual settings.
Travellers and expats planning time in France or other French-speaking regions.
Professionals in fields such as international relations, hospitality, fashion or culture.
Lifelong learners who love French literature, film or music and want to enjoy them in the original.
Possible learning goals
- Pronounce French sounds more naturally
- Understand silent letters and liaison
- Use gendered nouns and agreement correctly
- Choose between tu and vous appropriately
- Talk about past events with passé composé and imparfait
- Read French texts with greater ease
Skills covered
Pronunciation
Nasal vowels, the French r, liaison and rhythm, practised with listening and repetition.
Listening
Natural spoken French, including how words link together in everyday speech.
Grammar
Gender and agreement, verb groups, pronouns and the main past and future tenses.
Speaking
Conversation practice with attention to politeness, register and common expressions.
Reading
Short articles and texts that connect spelling to sound and expand vocabulary.
Writing
Messages, descriptions and formal letters with attention to accents and structure.
Level overview
1
Beginner
French sounds and spelling, greetings, articles and gender, the present tense and everyday needs.
2
Intermediate
Passé composé and imparfait, pronouns y and en, describing events and making plans.
3
Advanced
The subjunctive, formal register, nuanced argument and more sophisticated texts.
Online learning format
- Live online lessons conducted by video call
- Focused pronunciation and listening activities
- Flexible scheduling for international learners
- Content adapted to travel, work or cultural interests
Our learning approach
French lessons connect sound and spelling from the beginning, so learners can read aloud and recognise spoken words more easily. New grammar is introduced through short, meaningful examples and then practised in conversation, with regular review of the areas that English speakers commonly find difficult.
Benefits
- Early attention to pronunciation and listening
- Clear explanations of gender, agreement and tenses
- Awareness of French as used in Europe and Canada
- Cultural insight woven into lessons
Suggested learning journey
- 1
Tune your ear
Learn the key sounds of French and how spelling maps to pronunciation.
- 2
Build the foundations
Articles, gender, essential verbs and everyday conversations.
- 3
Expand your range
Past tenses, pronouns and more detailed descriptions and stories.
- 4
Refine and express
Formal and informal register, opinions and more complex texts.
French course FAQ
Related resources
- English, Spanish or French: How to Choose Which Language to Learn
- How to Build Speaking Confidence in Online Language Lessons
Other languages
Is French pronunciation hard to learn?
It takes practice, especially sounds such as nasal vowels and the French r. Lessons give these areas focused attention from the beginning.
Do you cover Canadian French?
Lessons teach standard French and highlight notable differences in vocabulary and pronunciation used in Canada.
When should I use tu or vous?
This is covered early in the course, along with other politeness conventions, so you can choose the right form in different situations.
Can complete beginners join?
Yes. The beginner stage starts with sounds, greetings and the most essential vocabulary and grammar.
Start learning French
Contact us to discuss your goals and find the right starting point for your French studies.