This Univeristy Diploma is recognised by all the universities comprising the Campus FLE-ADCUEFE network. Each semester-long course validates one level of the CEFRL, from A1 to C2.
There are 2 sessions per year
Semester 1: from September to December, 216 hours, split into 18 hours per week over 12 weeks
Semester 2: from January to April, 216 hours, split into 18 hours per week over 12 weeks
Participants
Students, participants can enrol individually, or from partner universities.
Enrolment requirements
Participants must be hold either a Baccalauréat or equivalent diploma for end of secondary studies.
Graduate opportunities
Students who obtain a DUEF B2, C1 or C2 do not need to sit an entry French test in order to enrol to study at UPPA or any university of the Campus FLE-ADCUEFE network, as these diplomas are recognised across the network.
DUEF A1
DUEF A2
DUEF B1
DUEF B2
DUEF C1
DUEF C2
These diplomas are not sufficient to allow enrolment at the university without further French testing.
These diplomas allow enrolment at the university without further French testing.
How the placement test works ?
The placement test takes place in 2 steps:
- students receive a link to take an online test before arriving.
- on the day of the placement tests, students complete a written production and then take an individual oral interview with a teacher.
Based on these tests, the team will assess each student's level and place them in the appropriate group.
How are DUEF courses run at the IEFE?
Students attend 18 hours of classes per week.
FLE classes to perfect all skills (listening comprehension, reading comprehension, writing, speaking, oral interaction, mediation)
Cultural and/or subject-based courses "Savoirs Culturels et/ou Disciplinaires"(e.g. Les objets qui ont fait la France, Chansons francophones, Histoire, Littérature, Histoire de la photographie, etc.).
The higher the language level, the greater the number of Savoirs Culturels and/or Disciplinaires in order to expose students to specific discourses.
Maximum 18 students per group.
Each group will go on one or more educational outings as part of a project.
"Please note that attendance at all classes is assessed in the oral production grade. Students with more than 25% absences will be penalized."
DUEF A1
This course is aimed at students who are relatively autonomous in everyday communication, but who need to widen their knowledge and means of expression.
Composition of courses
Number of hours per week
Language course
18h
Groups are limited to approx. 12 students per class.
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester: students are assessed twice on their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.
The first assessment takes place mid-semester, the second at the end of the semester. Exam dates will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Regular independent work is required of students at this level
This course is aimed at students who are relatively autonomous in everyday communication, but who need to widen their knowledge and means of expression.
Composition of courses
Number of hours per week
Language course
18h
Groups are limited to approx. 18 students per class.
Entry level: level A0-A1 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Entry requirement: placement test results or DUEF A1.
Level upon completion: level A2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester: students are assessed twice on their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.
The first assessment takes place mid-semester, the second at the end of the semester. Exam dates will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Regular independent work is required of students at this level
This course is aimed at students who are relatively autonomous in everyday communication, but who need to widen their knowledge and means of expression.
Composition of courses
Number of hours per week
Language course
16h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
Groups are limited to approx. 18 students per class.
Entry level: level A2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Entry requirement: placement test results or DUEF A2
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester: students are assessed twice on their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.
The first assessment takes place mid-semester, the second at the end of the semester. Exam dates will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Regular independent work is required of students at this level
This course is aimed at students who can use French effectively, if hesitantly, as a means of communication.
Composition of courses
Number of hours per week
Language course
14h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
*Cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge: for example, discovering the French regions, the media and the written press.
Groups are limited to approx. 15-18 students per class.
Entry level: level B1 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Entry requirement: placement test results or DUEF B1
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester: students are assessed twice on their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.
The first assessment takes place mid-semester, the second at the end of the semester. Exam dates will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
For each cultural and/or specific subject taught, students will also have 2 assessments per semester.
Regular independent work is required of students at this level
This course is aimed at students who have mastered the basics of French and have satisfactory control over the language in social situations.
Composition of courses
Number of hours per week
Language course
12h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
1 SCD* 'cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge
2h
*Cultural and/or disciplinary knowledge: for example, Literature, Art History, French History, Introduction to Linguistics, Learning French with TV series...
Groups are limited to approx. 15-18 students per class.
Entry level: level B2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Entry requirement: placement test results or DUEF B2
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester: students are assessed twice on their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.
The first assessment takes place mid-semester, the second at the end of the semester. Exam dates will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
For each cultural and/or specific subject taught, students will also have 2 assessments per semester.
Regular independent work is required of students at this level
IMPORTANT: All students enrolled at a French university must pay the CVEC (103€) to finalize their registration before the start of classes.
At IEFE, only partnership students, DU Passerelle students, refugee students, students benefiting from subsidiary protection, students registered as asylum seekers and FTLV trainees are exempt. For further information : https://formation.univ-pau.fr/fr/vie-etudiante/cvec.html
How to pay? When to pay?
Enrolment
Total amount
Advance to be paid on enrolment
Balance to be paid on first day of classes
1 semester
170€ + 1300€ = 1470€
170€ + 600€ = 770€
700€
How to apply for the DUEF 2025 - 2026 ?
Application deadline
For those requiring a visa: June 6, 2025
For all others: September 1, 2025.
Where ?
You register online via the French government's website "Démarches Simplifiées".
1) Create an account on "Démarches Simplifiées" : choose a username and password.
2) You will need to provide the following 4 documents to complete your application:
- Copy of your passport or ID card
- Photocopy of your diploma equivalent to the french bac (secondary school diploma)
- Translation of baccalaureate diploma by a sworn translator required
- Passport photo
3) Fill in the form "Enrolment for january-april 2025 courses at IEFE UPPA" and click "Déposez votre dossier" at the bottom of the page. You will then receive an e-mail confirming your application. Once your application has been accepted, you will receive our bank details to proceed with your payment of the fees by bank transfer.
