Master Francais Langue Etrangere

Aix-Marseille University is the largest multidisciplinary French-speaking university, hosting 80,000 students and 8,000 staff across five large campuses. It is a research-intensive institution known for its international outlook and commitment to academic excellence.

French as a Foreign Language, commonly abbreviated FLE in French, is the discipline devoted to teaching French to non-native speakers. The Master Francais Langue Etrangere at Aix-Marseille Université, based in Aix-En-Provence Cedex 01, France, trains students to design and deliver instruction for learners of French around the world. Typical coursework includes applied linguistics, language teaching methodology, second language acquisition theory, and the design of teaching materials and assessments suited to different learner levels and contexts. Students also study intercultural communication, since teaching a language abroad or to diverse classrooms requires understanding how culture shapes learning and communication. Programs in this field often include practical teaching components, giving students experience planning lessons, managing classrooms, and adapting instruction to learners with varied first languages and educational backgrounds. Some coursework may also address the use of digital tools and multimedia resources in language teaching, as well as the specific challenges of teaching French for academic or professional purposes rather than general communication. Graduates of this discipline typically pursue careers as French language teachers in schools, universities, and language institutes both in France and internationally, particularly through cultural and educational cooperation programs. Others move into curriculum design, educational publishing focused on language materials, or roles coordinating language programs for international students. This is a master's program lasting two years, with an inferred start in September, taught in French. Yearly tuition is 250 EUR. Applicants should have strong French language skills and an interest in pedagogy and cross-cultural communication.