Mastering French

With this French course, you’ll really make the French language your own. You can join at any level, from B2 upwards. This is the starting point for anyone who already has a solid foundation in French and wants to take their learning to the next level.

Level

B1 – B2 (Upper-Intermediate), B2 - C1 (Advanced), C1-C2 (Vergevorderd)

Location

Class Sessions, Utrecht, Virtual Classroom

Class format

Group lesson

Class hours

1 hours 30 minutes

About the course French Advanced

Have you already got a good grasp of the basics of French? And do you want to take the next step towards truly mastering the language? With our ‘Mastering French’ course, you can join flexibly at any level from B2 upwards. Together, we’ll work out which level best suits your current speaking and listening skills, so that you start at the right level.

In 9 French lessons:

  • you consistently provide professional advice and instructions and are able to give increasingly complex instructions in French;
  • you understand and discuss conversations about and relating to your work;
  • you contribute to discussions on politics, society and current affairs;
  • you can tell a story or give a professional presentation, and express your opinion on issues relevant to your work or personal life;
  • you can participate more spontaneously in conversations on more complex and professional topics;
  • you speak and listen with greater confidence.

In the ‘Mastering French’ course, you’ll work towards becoming fully proficient in the language. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to take part in conversations in French with confidence and express yourself with ease.

Time investment

Sessions

This course consists of 9 meetings.

Lesson duration

Each class lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Frequency

In this course, you will have classes once a week.

Self-study

You spend 2 hours per week on self-study.

Who is it for?

This course is for anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of French and use the language with greater ease. The course follows on from our French Advanced course, but can also be taken as a stand-alone course if you have a command of French at B2 level or above. During the course you will work actively and independently on your learning goals, both in class and during self-study.

Determine your language level
Would you like to know which course best suits your language level? We would be happy to help you! Take our free placement test and receive personal advice so that you can get the most out of the course.

Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.

Private lesson

One-on-one

Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.

Business

With your colleagues

Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.

Schedule

View the schedule for the different start dates here:

11 November 2026
18:30 - 20:00
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 18 spots
12 November 2026
18:30 - 20:00
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 14 spots

Pricing

Course price: € 350,-
Excluding course materials

A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.

Method

Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your pace and learning style. Curious about how we design the course?

Approach

You work alternately in pairs, small groups and classrooms. You will practice intensively with conversations on familiar and current topics, such as travel, tourism and the French media. We also read and discuss French literature and poetry. In the classes you will speak French as much as possible, so you will make faster progress and build more self-confidence.

Teaching Materials

You will work with the book Édito B1 (édition 2022-2024), a widely used method for learning French. During the course, the book will be supplemented with additional assignments and exercises. For self-study you will receive teaching materials and assignments, which will be discussed during the meetings. Before the start of the course we will inform you how you can easily order the teaching materials, so that you can start your lessons well prepared.

Teachers

You will be taught by an experienced teacher who is attentive to your learning goals and development. You will receive targeted feedback on your language use, pronunciation and communication. The teacher guides you step by step and provides a safe learning environment in which you practice a lot and visibly grow.

Certificate of Participation

You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.

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What our students say

8.4 based on 806 reviews (in total)

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24-06-2026

I find the course very useful

I learned a lot about writing and grammar.

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24-06-2026

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My name is Paul Nishanth and I am from India. My experience at Babel Language Institute has been very positive. They are helpful in my studies.

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24-06-2026

Fantastic moment

It was such a great and fun time with the course: especially my instructor and my colleagues. They were so helpful! Karen is such a kind and excellent instructor! Two thumbs up!

Frequently asked questions

How do I know which French language level suits me?

To make sure you enrol at the right level, you can take our free placement test. This test will help you assess your current level of French. Once you’ve completed it, the test will be marked by one of our experienced teachers, who will provide you with personalised feedback. That way, you’ll know exactly which level suits you best.

Can I make up a missed French class?

Unfortunately, in group courses it is not possible to make up a missed lesson, because the lessons take place at fixed times for the whole group. Through the lesson materials, homework and lesson plan in MyBabel, you can work through the missed material independently, so that you can continue to follow the course well.

Can I pay for my French course in installments?

You pay the course fee in a single payment. You can do this upon registration via iDEAL, credit card, or by having your employer pay the invoice.

What are the advantages of a group language course?

A group language course offers the opportunity to learn and practice with others. You benefit from interactive lessons, learn from the questions and experiences of fellow students, and have plenty of opportunity to use the language actively. In addition, the group dynamic often provides extra motivation and a pleasant learning environment.

What is a virtual classroom?

A virtual classroom is a live online language course in which you take lessons together with a teacher and other students. You participate via Zoom or Teams, for example, and actively practice during the lesson. This combines the interaction of a group lesson with the convenience of online learning. Many students choose this form because of its flexibility.

What is the difference between ‘French Advanced’ and ‘Mastering French’?

In the ‘French Advanced’ course, you work towards B2 level. ‘Mastering French’ is the next step for those who have already reached B2 level or higher and wish to deepen their knowledge of the language. With ‘Mastering French’, you can join the course flexibly at a level that suits your speaking and listening skills.