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Language Skills
Listening
Short reports from TV5Monde
Reports and news on various current topics with follow-up exercises. Organized by level.
Le fait du jour
Listen to French news in easy language - Exercises to better understand the news in easy French: practice identifying important current-events information with a series of exercises on expressions and how they're presented. To help you improve, you can check your answers and read the transcript.
Le Point du FLE - Listening Comprehension
A collection of various direct links to audio files that offer exercises on different topics for every level.
Radio France Internationale
Radio France Internationale: listen live or select specific topics; available in 19 languages; with exercises designed for French learners, e.g. news in français facile with comprehension exercises and texts to read along.
Radio France
Music, news, and original podcasts from all French radio stations. Suitable as listening comprehension practice for advanced learners.
France Bienvenue
Real conversations with transcripts and explanations.
Audiolingua
Short audio clips by native speakers on various topics.
Reading
Anyfrench.com
A series of various texts for different proficiency levels with follow-up exercises.
ebooks - libre et gratuit
Open-source collection with novels, poems, etc.
Le Monde
Read articles from the French daily newspaper online.
Writing
Projet Voltaire
Simply register for free and gradually improve your French spelling!
Schreibschule
The "Schreibschule" (writing school) compiles helpful tips and nice phrasings to help you write French texts. It also offers suggestions on how to make different types of texts more interesting.
TV5 - La langue française
This site offers a large collection of interactive games. Here, for example, you can choose between different dictations on exciting topics to practice writing in French.
Français Facile
Improve your spelling. Improve your spelling and never make "false friends" mistakes again.
Techniques de rédaction - HEC MONTRÉAL
A free, interactive self-study platform that lets you learn various techniques for writing clear and professional texts.
J'améliore mon français écrit - ACCUEIL
Here you'll find new tools, tests, and exercises to help you improve your written expression – both in writing style and spelling – and to better understand the expectations at university level, since mastering writing is a necessary prerequisite for your success!
Speaking
Introduction to French Pronunciation
The videos from "Français avec Pierre" explain, in slowly spoken French, how certain sounds are pronounced, which letters are silent when speaking, and much more that makes it easier to get started with French pronunciation.
Parlez-vous-French
From videos on pronouncing difficult words to "false friends" and useful expressions for everyday situations, you'll find many interesting videos here.
The Different Sounds of French
Videos, worksheets, and pronunciation exercises on the nasal vowels, vowels, and consonants of French. Comparisons of similar sounds to make it easier to distinguish between them.
Lawless French
An English-language site that explains phonetic phenomena of French appropriate to each language level.
Sound Production
Detailed diagrams explaining where and how various French sounds are produced.
Grammar and Vocabulary
Grammar
Einfranzose.de
A tool for beginners to learn French pronunciation and spelling, or deepen their existing knowledge. Special self-correcting grammar exercises help with this, as does the option to hear the individual French words and sentences on this site read aloud.
Lingolia
This site provides short, straightforward summaries of the rules for various grammar topics. The exercises let you immediately apply and reinforce what you've learned.
Französisch online
A complete reference grammar with numerous audio examples and exercises.
Quizzes on French Grammar
Grammar knowledge is tested here in various ways: from the indefinite articles un, une, and des to exercises on the subjonctif.
Tex's French Grammar
Many grammar explanations with follow-up exercises; the language of instruction here is English.
Verbito - Help with Verb Conjugation
Simply type in the verb and see all possible conjugated forms. The special feature: you can also enter already-conjugated forms to find the infinitive.
Français Facile
Short grammar lessons for all proficiency levels with follow-up exercises.
Languageguide
Overview of various grammar topics with audio files.
Vocabulary
Lexilogos
A French-language portal that isn't limited to the French language itself. It offers information on all kinds of language-related questions (from sayings and quotation sites, to sites where you can research the origin and meaning of your own first or last name, to links to online dictionaries, some covering very specific vocabulary). You'll also find links to regional French press sites - have fun browsing the newspaper articles!
Lingolia
Sorted by various categories, you can expand your vocabulary here by topic and do exercises on it.
Le plaisir d'apprendre
A selection of online activities put together by the pedagogical team of CAVILAM – Alliance Française with support from SCAC / Institut français de Tunisie. Vocabulary training exercises for levels A1 - B2.
50 Languages
A small audio language course with important words and phrases on many topics.
Languageguide
Learn vocabulary sorted by topic using pictures.
Merci Professeur!
Short videos explaining grammar rules, expressions, and idioms.
Mots-lettres.fr
This site helps you find words in French, e.g. a word with a certain starting letter or length, words for a crossword puzzle, synonyms, and antonyms.
Memrise
Ready-made vocabulary packs with all the important words.
Passeport
The glossary of the German-French student services organization offers, sorted by topics such as "Finances and Administration" or "Housing," definitions of important terms in German and French.
Wohnheimwörterbuch
Illustrated dormitory dictionary from the Bielefeld student services organization. Using detailed pictures, you can learn various vocabulary related to the topic of "housing."
Language Tests and Exams
DELF/DALF
France Education International
Information on the DELF/DALF certificates and other language tests.
DELF DALF Suisse
Information on the certificates and tips for preparation.
DELF Klett
Exercises for DELF preparation at all levels.
Partajon
Listening and reading comprehension tasks, as well as production exercises, for preparation.
Placement Tests
Azurlingua
Placement test from Azurlingua
Sprachtest.de
Placement test from Spotlight-Verlag
Language Courses
Français facile
Cours de français (FLE), Niveau intermédiaire.
Le vent en poupe
Cours de français intermédiaire.
MOOC
Specialized Language
Fachsprachen Allgemein
Futura-Sciences
Le savoir s'invite chez vous - Podcasts, articles and videos on various scientific topics.
MOOC
Le français des affaires
Se préparer aux diplômes de français professionnel
A website with exercises for "Business French" - whether it's about healthcare, tourism, or international relations, you'll find the right vocabulary here.
Le français académique
Le texte "académique"
A collection of links on academic writing style in French.
Droit
Termes de Droit
Lexique juridique – legal vocabulary.
Cultural Studies
Le 7 info
A weekly magazine featuring articles in various sections such as "Culture," "Environnement, technologie," and "Société."
Französisch-Lehrbuch online
Narrated pictures and reports take you on a walk through the French-speaking countries.
Poitiers
Link to the city magazine of Poitiers, available as a PDF and podcast/vcast. Here you'll find news from our partner city.
Miscellaneous
Le jour où tout a basculé
A French series whose videos can all be watched on YouTube.
Konjugationstrainer Französisch
Conjugation training for over 12,000 French verbs, with several exercise modes - just select a few verbs, click on the tenses you want to practice, and off you go!
Studying Abroad
1.a Life in France
German-French Internet Portal
This website is jointly designed by the German Federal Foreign Office and the French Ministère des Affaires étrangères, and offers a lot of useful information on living, studying, working, etc. in France.
European Consumer Center
A guide for everyday life: studying and living in France.
Centre Européen de la Consommation
Interactive guide on studying in France.
1.b Studying in France
German-French Youth Office
Here you'll find, among other things, information on advertised internships and study opportunities in France.
Campusfrance
The information office "Campus France Deutschland - Studying in France" advises pupils, students, parents, and public institutions about studying in France. For further questions or uncertainties, we are happy to offer you personal advice.
DAAD: Information about Studying in France
A brief overview on the topic of studying in France from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), containing extensive information on the French education and higher-education system.
German-French University
Website of the German-French University, aimed at networking German-French degree programs - including a study guide with information on 186 bi- and trinational degree programs.
L'étudiant
A student newspaper from France.
L'Université de La Réunion
Homepage of the University of Réunion.
Studis Online
Why is it definitely worth studying in France? An overview of the French higher-education system, and information on applications and admission requirements.
Studying in France
This blog offers a useful overview of things to consider if you want to study and live in France.
1.c Studying Medicine in France
National Association of Medical Students in France
Association Nationale des Étudiants en Médecine de France - the national association of medical students in France
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Studying in Belgium
Studying in Belgium
This site offers all the necessary information - from the various Belgian universities to funding opportunities to recognition of qualifications.
Facebook group for exchange: Studying in Belgium
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Studying in Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Official website of the University of Luxembourg.
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Studying in Canada
educanada
A site providing information on studying, funding opportunities, part-time jobs during studies, and visa options in Canada.
Studying in Canada
Everything about studying in Canada, the higher-education landscape, studies, recognition of academic achievements, etc.
Studying in Canada
A site about the Canadian higher-education landscape, matching degree programs to the corresponding universities.
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Studying in Africa
DAAD
This DAAD page contains information on studying and living in various African countries.
Portals and Teaching Materials (For Teachers)
Apprendre le français en France
Information on language courses in France and online learning resources.
Arbeitsblätter Französisch
Free downloads for teaching, tutoring, and self-study. Click on the desired topic. A selection of worksheets at various levels appears, which can be opened by clicking on them.
eduki.com
Various teaching materials for the subject of French.
Bienvenue à ClicNet
Aimed at both learners and teachers. It links to educational sites, dictionaries, and even radio stations. Very diverse.
Lehrerbüro.de
Teaching material in French, sortable by skill and topic.
Français Lingolia
Lingolia is a free language portal for German, English, French, Spanish, and Esperanto. The website is aimed at language learners of all ages and offers effective help with learning grammar and vocabulary.
Französisch online lernen
A collection of links to online resources, organized by skill, as well as to various learning media available online (e.g. e-books).
Learn French at Thought.Co
Extensive, source language English; level breakdown Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced; references to areas such as grammar, listening, pronunciation, reading, writing, tests, vocabulary, culture, etc.
Le français et vous
Designed for French teachers, this site from the Centre International d'Antibes offers an extensive collection of teaching examples, playful exercises, and activities for deepening cultural knowledge at all levels.
Le point du FLE
Organized by topic, you'll find a very extensive database here with links to exercises, grammar explanations, etc.
Link collection from the Central Office for Teaching Media on the Internet
Here you'll find information on further useful platforms and VERA tasks.
Association of French Teachers e.V.
The task of the Association of French Teachers is to cultivate and spread the French language and culture. Special focus is placed on teaching the French language at German educational institutions.
Want to learn more? Check out our cross-language web links, too.
Textbooks with Audio
- A1 (Rapide): Perspectives (+ 1 Audio-CD), Cornelsen
- A1: Entre Nous (Zusatzheft für deutschsprachige Lernende + 1 Audio-CD), Klett
- A1-A2: lex:tra Sprachkurs Plus Anfänger Französisch, Cornelsen
- A1-B1: lex:tra Sprackurs Premium Französisch: Lernbuch (+ 1 Audio-CD), Cornelsen
- A1: Édito - livre (1ère édition), Didier
- A1: Édito - cahier d'activités (1ère édition), Didier
- A1: Édito - livre (2e édition), Didier
- A1: Édito - cahier d'activités (2e édition), Didier
- A2: Édito - livre (+ 1 DVD), Didier
- A2: Édito - cahier d'activités (+ 1 Audio-CD), Didier
- A2: Édito - livre (2e édition), Didier
- A2: Édito - cahier d'activités (2e édition), Didier
- B1: Édito - livre (2e édition), Didier
- B1: Édito - cahier d'activités (2e édition), Didier
- B1: Édito - méthode de français, (3e édition), Didier
- B1: Édito - cahier d'activités, (3e édition), Didier
- B2: Édito - livre (+ 1 Audio-CD/Video), Didier
- B2: Édito - cahier d'activités, Didier
- B1: Alter Ego (+ 1 Audio-CD), Hachette
- B2: Alter Ego (+ 1 Audio-CD), Hachette
Grammar
- A1-B2: Die französische Grammatik (3. Aufl), utb./Narr Francke Attempto
- A2-B1: Grammaire savoir-faire (+ Lösungsschlüssel + 1 Audio-CD), Cideb
- A2-B1: Grammaire: 450 nouveaux exercices - niveau intermédiaire (+ Lösungsschlüssel), CLE international
- A2-B1: Exercices communicatifs de la Grammaire progressive du Français - niveau intermédiaire, CLE international
- B1-B2: Grammaire progressive du Français - perfectionnement (+ Lösungsschlüssel), CLE international
- A1-C1: Die Chemie der Grammatik: grammaire du français moderne (+ 1 Audio-CD), NaKLAR!
Vocabulary
- A1-B1: lex:tra Französisch nach Themen: Grund- und Aufbauwortschatz, Cornelsen
- A1-B1: lex:tra Französisch nach Themen: Übungsbuch, Cornelsen
- PONS Großwörterbuch Französisch Aktiv, Pons
- A1-A2: lex:tra Sprachreiseführer Französisch (+ 2 Audio-CDs) , Cornelsen
- A2-B1: Vocabulaire progressif du francais avec 250 exercices, CLE international
- B1-B2: Mots et contexte - Thematischer Oberstufenwortschatz, Klett
- B1-B2: Mots et contexte - Dossier pédagogique, Klett
- Perspectives 2 Vokabeltaschenbuch, Cornelsen
Reading
- A1-B1: Sprachkurs Premium Französisch: Lesebuch, Cornelsen
- B1: Französisch üben: Lesen & Schreiben, Hueber
Writing
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rédiger un résumé, un compte rendu, une synthèse, Hachette
Culture
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B2: La France: Grundwissen, Klett
Dictionaries
- Großwörterbuch "Französisch aktiv", PONS
- Großwörterbuch, PONS
- Bildwörterbuch Französisch, arsEdition
Newspapers and Magazines
The newspapers and magazines listed here are published monthly and are specifically designed for language learners. You can read them on-site at the Self-Study Center.
Games
Learning is more fun when you play! At the Self-Study Center, you’ll find a wide selection of language and party games—from classic games to those developed specifically by the Self-Study Center team.
You can use the games during our events (e.g., Let’s Play) or meet up with other students to play and learn together.
Not sure which game is right for you? The staff at the Self-Study Center will be happy to advise you and show you our games.
What games do we have for French?
Here, you'll find, for example…
- Méga Boîte à Questions Junior
- Un week-end à Paris
- Le jeu des Émotions
- Code Names
- Piste à suivre
- Dialogues sans paroles
- Questions à la chaîne
…and much more!
Pronunciation Tablet
Do you find French pronunciation difficult? Then practice with our pronunciation tablet in the Self-Study Center!
With interactive exercises, you can practice your pronunciation and improve your language skills. Headphones and a microphone are available for the exercises.
Just ask the staff at the Self-Study Center—they’ll be happy to show you how the tablet works.
Self-Study and Make-Up Plans
Would you like to learn French independently and intensively? With our self-study plans, you can work toward specific goals and achieve an entire language level. We offer self-study plans at levels A1, A2, B1 and B2-C1.
Are you taking a course at the Language Center and have missed some classes? With our make-up plans, you can catch up on missed material on your own in the Self-Study Center.
For more information on the self-study and make-up plans, please contact the staff at the Self-Study Center.
Foreign-Language Films
In the Self-Study Center, you’ll find a large selection of foreign-language films, news reports, and documentaries from the Language Center’s DVD archive.
You can find an overview of all available films and recordings in the DVD archive folder on site. If you’re looking for a specific film, our staff will be happy to assist you.