IGCSE French
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £345
Start your journey towards a career in Modern Foreign Languages which can open up opportunities globally. Develop your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills whilst exploring language. The course will help you progress to further education, an apprenticeship or seek employment inside or outside of the UK.
- Awarding Bodies: Cambridge & Edexcel Examination Boards
- Learning Hours: 130 Recommended Study Hours
- Flexible Fast Track Available
- Full IGCSE Qualification
Why Study IGCSE French?
Would you like to progress your education through distance learning? An online International GCSE French course can open doors to a rewarding career in Foreign Language. The programme with Learn Now provides the same fully recognised qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college but giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
If you are an adult learner, a student resitting exams, or someone juggling studies with work and family, this could work perfectly. The course is designed to suit many lifestyles and provides at least two exam series per year.
Choose Your Specification
Whether you are based inside or outside the UK, we can offer a variety of internationally recognised examination boards to suit your specific needs:
- Cambridge International CIE 0520 (A*-G) or 7156 (9-1)
- Pearson Edexcel 4FR1 (9-1)
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Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £345
Select your course awarding body from the dropdown below.
Cambridge IGCSE French
Specification Code: 0520 (A*-G) or 7156 (9-1)
The Cambridge specification will develop an ability to use the language effectively for practical communication. The course is based on the linked language skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, and these are built on as students progress through their studies.
The syllabus also aims to offer insights into the culture of countries where French is spoken, thus encouraging positive attitudes towards language learning and towards speakers of other languages.
The course has five modules you will need to cover.
Course Content
Everyday Activities
- Home life and school
- Food, health and fitness
Personal and Social Lifes
- Self, family and personal relationships
- Holidays and special occasions
The World Around Us
- Home town and local area
- Natural and made environment
- People, places and customs
The World of Work
- Continuing education
- Careers and employment
- Language and communication in the work place
The International World
- Tourism at home and abroad
- Life in other countries and communities
- World events and issues
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations / practicals at a CIE approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are four exams for the full qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:Paper 1 – 50 min (approx)
Paper 2 – 1 hour
Paper 3 – 10 min (approx)
Paper 4 – 1 hour
Course Outcome
On successful completion of all your exams for the International GCSE French Online Course, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE French with CIE
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Edexcel IGCSE French
Specification Code: 4FR1 (9-1)
The Edexcel specification will help you to communicate effectively through written words, using a range of vocabulary and structures. You will understand French grammar and its practical application.
This course will provide you with a positive attitude to modern foreign language and give you with a suitable foundation for further study in this language, or another language.
The course has five modules you will need to cover.
Course Content
Home and Abroad
- Life in the town and rural life
- Holidays, tourist information and directions
- Services(e.g. bank, post office)
- Customs
- Everyday life, traditions and communities
Education and Employment
- School life and routine
- Education and employment
- School trips, events and exchanges
- Work,careers and volunteering
- Future plans
Personal Life and Relationships
- House and home
- Daily routines and helping at home
- Role models
- Relationships with family and friends
- Childhood
The World Around Us
- Environmental issues
- Weather and climate
- Travel and transport
- The media
- Information and communication technology
Social Activities, Fitness and Health
- Special occasions
- Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise
- Shopping and money matters
- Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues
- Food and drink
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations / practicals at an Edexcel approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are three exams for the full qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:Paper 1 – 30 min
Paper 2 – 1 hour 45 min
Paper 3 – 8-10 min Course Outcome
On successful completion of all your exams, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE French with Edexcel
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Enrolment Fees
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
- All study materials covering the full specification.
- Full support where you can also message your tutor as many times as you need to.
- Access to our online Library with a full range of eBooks.
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Marked and graded practise examination papers
- Fast Track available if required and flexible learning from home 24/7.
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
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FAQs
Will I find this course hard?
The challenging parts for most learners include verb conjugations, grammar and listening to native speakers. You will be required to learn a wide range of vocabulary and understand French in different contexts. If you enjoy learning new languages, this will help along with watching films or sport in French and communicating with others.
Will I need to buy any books?
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library, which provides access to the following premium eBooks depending on your selected course specification:
Cambridge IGCSE French – Paul, Gilles, Jean-Claude
Don’t see the specific book you are looking for? Ask us, and we will let you know if we have it!
Which subjects should I study alongside this course?
English Language – This subject will help you understand sentence stucture in English which helps most learners to write accurately in French
Geography – supports topics such as travel and tourism.
Where can the subject take me?
The course will open doors to a variety of subjects. You may want to progress onto A Levels in subjects such as French, Spanish, English and History.
After A Levels, degree options include Modern Languages, International Business and European Studies.
If you don’t want to progress onto A Levels, you might want to consider a level 3 apprenticeship which would allow you to earn whilst you learn.
Overall the subject will develop valuable skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, decision-making and financial awareness.
Can I study this course from outside the UK?
Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge (CIE) qualifications can be taken inside and outside the UK. Content within the specification is adapted for international learners and the qualification is comparable to UK GCSE standards.
How long does the course take?
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete the course much sooner if you need to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June or October/Novembereach year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
How does this course compare to a college GCSE?
The International GCSE is taken worldwide rather than just the UK. It is equivalent to a GCSE but is often 100% exam based. See our article IGCSE vs GCSEfor more information.
What can I do with IGCSE French
An IGCSE French qualification offers students a wide range of opportunities. It provides a solid basis for further study, with progression to higher courses such as A-Level French or the International Baccalaureate (IB) French. More over, fluency in French can open up career opportunities in areas like international business, tourism, diplomacy, translation, teaching, and hospitality, where language skills are in high demand. Speaking French will also enhance your travel to Francophone countries, allowing you to connect more deeply to the culture and navigate more easily. Also, an IGCSE in French helps with university applications as many universities value candidates with language skills and international perspective. In addition to academics and careers, the skills gained—such as effective communication, problem-solving and intercultural understanding—are transferable to many aspects of life and work, and can open the door to exchange programs or cultural immersion experiences in French-speaking regions.
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