Applications and enrolment

1. University Diplomas in French as a Foreign Language — DU FLE A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2

Application: exclusively through eCandidat, under “PHILLIA”, then “Diplôme d'université (bac + indéterminé)”. C2 is offered in the second semester.

Documents to upload:

• copy of a valid identity document;
• curriculum vitae;
• motivation letter stating the requested level;
• copy of the most recent diploma, at least equivalent to the French baccalauréat, with a sworn French translation where required;
• recent proof of French proficiency, or an enrolment certificate for re-enrolling students.

Steps:

1. Create or activate an eCandidat account, complete the file, upload all documents and click “Transmettre ma candidature”. A file that is saved but not submitted will not be reviewed.
2. The department checks that the file is complete and carries out an initial selection.
3. DU A2, B1 and B2 applicants must take the compulsory on-campus test on 27 November 2026 at Université Paris Nanterre. No remote test is available.
4. DU C1 and C2 applicants are selected on the basis of their file and proof of level; they do not take a placement test.
5. Check eCandidat and your email regularly. The final decision date has not yet been published. The decision will be issued in eCandidat after the file review and, where applicable, after the test.
6. If admitted, confirm your place by the deadline shown in eCandidat and download the admission letter.
7. Complete administrative registration, submit the required documents and obtain the CVEC certificate when applicable.
8. Then complete course registration according to the F.Et.E. instructions; this determines your classes and timetable.

2. PLCF certification — Advanced French Language and Civilisation

The PLCF is a 6-hour-per-week certification; it is not a university diploma. Applications are submitted through eCandidat, under “PHILLIA”, then “Certificat de compétence”.

Campaign: from 20 October to 4 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Documents: identity document, CV, motivation letter, most recent diploma with a certified French translation where required, and proof of French proficiency (except for A1 beginners).

1. Complete and submit the full application in eCandidat.
2. Selection is based on the application: there is no selection test.
3. The final decision date has not yet been published; the decision will be issued in eCandidat and by electronic notification.
4. After admission, confirm the place, complete administrative registration and payment, then follow the course-registration instructions.
5. A placement interview is held before classes in order to assign the appropriate level and courses. It is not a selection test. Invitations are sent individually.

3. Intensive French Course — SIF

A 25-hour course over one week. Proposed groups: A2, B1, B2 and C1, subject to sufficient enrolment to open each level.

• September session: 7 to 12 September 2026 — registration closed.
• Next session: 11 to 16 January 2027.

Registration for the January 2027 session is not yet open. The timetable and form will be posted on this page. Do not send any payment before registration opens. The website does not yet publish a dedicated online or remote payment process for the SIF; written instructions will be sent to admitted applicants.

Single contact address: secretariat-fete@phillia.parisnanterre.fr.

4. DU Passerelle B1/B2

The DU Passerelle is intended in particular for refugees, people with subsidiary or temporary protection, and asylum seekers planning to resume higher education. Applications are submitted through the Réseau MEnS form.

The 2026-2027 campaign is closed. Dates for the next campaign have not yet been published.

1. Submit the form and required supporting documents through the MEnS platform.
2. If shortlisted, take an on-campus French-language test.
3. If the result is suitable, attend an interview at Université Paris Nanterre.
4. Receive the decision by email, confirm acceptance and provide up-to-date administrative documents.
5. Complete administrative registration and then course registration following the department’s instructions.

Students admitted to the DU Passerelle are exempt from tuition fees; no programme fee is charged.

5. Administrative registration and payment after admission

Academic admission does not constitute final enrolment. After a favourable decision, applicants must:

1. obtain a CVEC payment or exemption certificate when required;
2. complete online administrative registration through the platform stated in the admission letter, or follow the special procedure provided by the Registrar’s Office;
3. upload the supporting documents and wait for their approval;
4. pay the applicable fees;
5. activate the student account and complete course registration with the F.Et.E.

Official payment methods: bank card only during administrative registration, either online or in person when authorised by the Registrar’s Office. Payment in three instalments is available only by bank card online. Cash is not accepted. Do not make any payment before admission and official instructions. See the University’s official FAQ.

6. Cancellation and refunds

All cancellations must follow Université Paris Nanterre’s official 2026-2027 procedure. Withdrawal or absence from a test, class or assessment does not automatically entitle the applicant to a refund. Requests are reviewed by the competent office under the applicable deadlines, documents and rules. Open the cancellation and/or refund form.

7. Contact and accessibility

For all questions: secretariat-fete@phillia.parisnanterre.fr. To ensure service continuity, requests should not be sent to personal email addresses.

All programmes are accessible to people with reduced mobility. Requests for accommodations must be submitted to the relevant University services within the applicable deadlines: study and examination accommodations.