Learn French or certify your level at ILCF
The Institute of French Language and Culture (ILCF) has specialized in teaching French to international students since 1948. As part of UCLy’s Faculty of Arts and Languages, ILCF provides full student status, access to an active campus life, and a wide range of academic opportunities.
At ILCF, you can also experience international diversity by studying alongside students from all over the world. Teaching methods are innovative, and courses are organized into French language and culture programs.
ILCF is also an Official examination center and offers several diplomas that certify your French language skills in everyday or professional contexts.
ILCF has extensive experience in welcoming international students and benefits from its location in the heart of the city, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lyon is also the second-largest city in France and a major economic and cultural center. Choose Lyon as the city through which you will discover French culture.
Our Programs
French Language and Culture Programs:
- DUEF Program - University Diploma in French Studies
- Complementary Track: Language, Culture and Civilization
- CLCF intensive summer program: June, July and August
- Beginner French course: February
- September launchpad classes
Official Examination Centre:
- DELF - Diploma in French Language Studies
- DALF - Diploma in Advanced French Language Studies
- TCF - French Knowledge Test
Board of directors
- Virginie CARTIER, Director
- Julie MULOT, Deputy-Director
Administrative team
- Marie-Françoise CUSANNO, Administrative Manager
- Hélène THOMA, International partnerships and development
- Aline-Laure GRAS, Management Assistant
- Corinne COLPAERT, Assistant
- Isabelle GÉNY, Assistant
- Chloé GUILLET, Assistant
- Juliette GUIENNE, Assistant
- Nastassia MALATRAIT, In charge of cultural activities
- Jules THAVOT, In charge of communication
Head of studies
- Pascale ANSOUX LAMA, Head of studies for the academic year
- Pauline MARTIN, Head of studies for the academic year
- Julie VELDEMAN ABRY, In charge of DELF DALF
Discover why France is the best place to learn French. Explore language courses, student life, tuition options and study opportunities with ILCF in Lyon.
