Self-Study French Course:
Zero to TEF/TCF at Your Pace

The complete 12-month curriculum, Levels 1 through 6 plus TEF/TCF exam prep, recorded by our native French teachers. One year access. Start anytime.

CA$399CA$599Save CA$200One-time payment · One year access
The Self-Study TEF/TCF course on a laptop and phone: real lessons, homework and revision sheets
4,500+
Students Trained
5.0★
Average Rating
350+
5-Star Reviews
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Native Teachers
2017
Established
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The problem we solve

Can't Commit to a Weekly Class Schedule?
You're Not Alone.

Between work, family, and immigration deadlines, finding two fixed evenings a week for live classes isn't always realistic. But that doesn't mean you should settle for Duolingo and hope for the best.

Our self-study course gives you the exact same curriculum our live students follow, Levels 1 through 6 plus full TEF/TCF exam preparation, in a format that works around your life. Study at 6 AM or midnight. Pause, rewind, repeat. No commute, no Zoom fatigue, no waiting for the next session to start.

Inside the course: a real homework page with a guided writing prompt

Inside the course: a real homework page with a guided writing prompt

Who it's for

Is Self-Study Right for You?

  • Busy professionals who can't commit to fixed weekly class times
  • Students outside Vancouver who prefer fully self-paced learning over live online sessions
  • Supplementary learners already in group classes who want extra practice between sessions
  • Budget-conscious learners who want the full curriculum at a fraction of the live program price
  • Self-motivated learners who thrive with structured content on their own schedule
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Three steps

How It Works

  1. Sign Up & Get Instant Access

    One payment, no subscriptions. Immediate access to the full platform: all levels, all modules, everything.

  2. Start at Your Level

    Complete beginner? Start at Level 1. Already have some French? Take our free placement test and skip ahead.

  3. Learn at Your Pace

    Most students finish in 6 to 9 months at 1 to 2 hours per day. With one year access, there's zero pressure. Learn on your schedule.

Everything You Need to Go From Zero to TEF/TCF Ready

  • Full Video Curriculum

    Levels 1 to 6 plus TEF/TCF Prep: the complete 12-month program recorded by our native French teachers. Same content, same structure, at your pace.

  • AI Teacher Émilie

    Practice speaking French, get instant grammar corrections, and ask questions anytime, day or night. It's like having a French tutor on demand, 24/7.

  • Quizzes, Homework & Mock Exams

    Exercises after every lesson, progress tracking through all 6 levels, and full timed mock exams so you know exactly where you stand.

  • TEF/TCF Exam Strategies

    6 dedicated units of exam preparation: section-by-section strategies for reading, listening, writing, and speaking to hit CLB 5 or CLB 7.

The curriculum

What You'll Learn, Level by Level

The exact same curriculum our live students follow. Explore what each level covers, from your first bonjour to full TEF/TCF exam preparation.

Present Tense (Regular Verbs) - 1 Month

You build a solid foundation, so you can express yourself in basic, everyday situations.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Greet someone & introduce yourself
  • Ask simple questions
  • Express your tastes, interests, and hobbies.
  • Count up to 100 & Give your phone number
  • Pronounce the Alphabet & Spell your name
  • Greetings: Formal & Informal French
  • Say the date
  • Differentiate feminine and masculine nouns.
  • Write a postcard about your holidays to a friend or family member.
  • Learn useful vocabulary: Food, Animals, Activities, etc.
  • Use “Etre” (To be), “Avoir” (To have) et “Aimer” (To like) at present tense.
  • Talk about your family
  • Use possessive adjectives: “Mon, Ton, Son, Ma, Ta, Sa,…”
  • Describe your daily habits using reflexive verbs.
  • And more…
Enrollment open

Start Your French Course Today

CA$599CA$399
One-time payment · One year access · Start instantly
  • Levels 1 to 6 + TEF/TCF Prep (full 12-month curriculum)
  • AI Teacher Émilie, your 24/7 practice partner
  • Quizzes, exercises & timed mock exams
  • Video lessons by native French teachers
Enroll Now!

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Student stories

Transformation In Their Words

Hear from our students in their own words. Real stories from people who transformed their French and reached their goals with us.

5.0
★★★★★
350+ Google reviews · all locations
Student transformations · Learn French in Vancouver
Watch our students' stories (2:36)
Olga Cieslarova
★★★★★

I´m enrolled in a one year transformation course from level 0 to TEF/TCF exam. The course is well structured and giving you a lot of information. It goes without saying that there´s a lot of self-study needed outside of the course, however, you can always ask for a help from your teacher or study group. I spent my first 6 months of the course with Frédérique and I´m so grateful for everything I learnt in her classes. Her teaching style and positive attitude made classes easier. Even though the learning process was difficult (obviously, because it´s French), I had a lot of fun during the lessons.

Shirley Xue
★★★★★

I'm a learner of online courses from level 1 to level 6. The entire program is professionally designed, both challenging and rewarding. Under the guidance of my charismatic teacher, Anne, it's truly possible to go from not being able to pronounce anything at the beginning to communicating confidently within six months. I was indeed a complete beginner with zero background knowledge.

Mel D'souza
★★★★★

I’ve had a really great experience with Learn French in Vancouver! I am enrolled in the online courses and from my experience after level 4 of the course I think the program is super well structured, which makes it easy to follow and build your skills step by step. A big shoutout to Professor Delphine Dumas, she’s amazing! She’s very patient, explains things clearly, and always makes sure we actually understand. She makes learning French feel much easier and enjoyable. Definitely recommend!

Divyansh Aggarwal
★★★★★

I was full of questions , when I came but the way she Tasnia explained, I m feeling much confident and ready to start. It was a good experience and explained well.

Vicki Osunde
★★★★★

Clelia was very engaging. We had a good time learning a few fresnch phrases and got to learn about how the course is structured. It was time well spent.

Luisa R
★★★★★

I’m loving the course, it’s very well paced - not too fast, not too slow - and the material is really good. My teacher, Camille, is amazing and I’m sure so are the others.

Best of both

Want Live Practice? Combine Self-Study with Live Classes

Many students start with self-study and add live sessions when they're ready for more interaction.

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Add Group Classes

Join our French Transformation program for live weekly sessions with native teachers and classmates. Online or in-person in Vancouver. 2 classes per week, 90 minutes each.

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Add Private Lessons

Book private lessons for focused 1-on-1 speaking and writing practice, the two areas where live feedback makes the biggest difference. Flexible scheduling.

FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

The questions self-study students ask us first, rated 5.0★ by 350+ students.

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Yes, many students do, especially for reading and listening. The course covers the full curriculum needed to reach CLB 7. The speaking and writing sections ask for spontaneous responses, so we recommend adding some live practice through group classes or private lessons. Many students combine both for the best results.

Your French Course Starts Today

Whether you're preparing for TEF/TCF, building French for your career, or learning for personal growth, our self-study course gives you everything you need to get there. One payment, one year access, and your own schedule.

Enrol Now: CA$399

Questions? Reach us via WhatsApp at 778-800-5592 or through our contact form.