ALIP Higher Education Pathway Program
French & English Preparation Courses for Higher Education in France
Study in France with confidence
Improve your French or English level, develop academic skills and prepare your admission to higher education institutions in France through a personalized pathway program
Program 3 – 6 months to 1 year
Who is this program for?
This program is designed for:
✅ International students planning to study in France
✅ Students who need French or English language preparation
✅ Students seeking university admission support
✅ Future Bachelor’s or Master’s students
✅ Gap year students preparing their academic project
The French education system is internationally recognized and offers a wide range of training courses for all levels. Many prestigious schools welcome you to France to prepare you for an international career.
Since its creation, ALIP has been committed to promoting the integration of international students into their higher education studies, whether they take place in French or in English.
In a group tailored to your French proficiency level (based on an initial CEFR evaluation), this French course enables you to:
- Develop your oral and written French skills effectively
- Expand your professional French vocabulary through specialized workshops
- Gain insight into the structure and organization of the French education system
- Communicate more confidently with educators and academic staff
Benefits of our Pathway Program
- French or English for Academic Purposes
- Academic writing
- Presentation skills
- Understanding the French higher education system
- University application support
- Cultural integration
- Access to partner institutions
Academic Partners & Progression Opportunities
A pathway towards higher education in France
Whether your goal is to study management, business, tourism, luxury, fashion or other professional disciplines, ALIP helps you strengthen the linguistic, academic and intercultural skills required to succeed in higher education.
Beyond language training, our program includes guidance on academic expectations, study methods, communication skills and integration into the French educational environment.
Excelia Group
An internationally recognized institution bringing together business, tourism and communication schools. Excelia is particularly known for its international outlook and strong academic reputation.
AGS – American Graduate School in Paris
American higher education programs, AGS in Paris provides the following programs: Master of Arts, MBA, and PhD, all recognized by both U.S. and French authorities.
Mod’Art – Réseau GES The Réseau Grandes Ecoles Spécialisées is one of the largest higher education networks in Paris. Students from Bac to Bac + 5 are trained on one of the specialized MBAs and state-recognized diplomas, the GES network offers the assurance of a professional training pathway in fast-expanding sectors.
✅ All our educational partners
Personalized guidance for your study project
Every student has a unique academic objective. Our pedagogical team provides personalized support to help you:
- define your academic goals;
- understand the French higher education system;
- identify relevant institutions and programs;
- develop the language and academic skills required for success;
- prepare for university life in France
The program includes:
- 20 hours of classes per week
- General French or English modules
- French or English for Academic Purposes modules
Visits, workshops, and networking opportunities will also help you immerse yourself in culture.
Our team will guide you through the registration process and help you choose the right academic path among our trusted partners.
Your pathway to higher education:
Step 1 – Improve your French and/or English
Step 2 – Develop academic skills
Step 3 – Discover the French higher education system
Step 4 – Receive guidance for your study project
Step 5 – Apply to higher education institutions
Step 6 – Start your studies in France
Get ready for academic success with ALIP!
Reviews
What elements of the training did you find most useful or interesting?
- The cultural classes with Bruno were very interesting and enriching. Shir F.
- Written expression but everything was excellent – Alan Serguei C.
- Exercises to help you practice speaking more and with greater confidence. Anaïs B.
- Groups conversations – Hoang Dinh N.
- The teaching mode of the teacher and the course schedule arrangement. Ailing H.
- All the classes were interesting and useful, and the teachers were enthusiastic and dedicated to their students.Quang D.
- I think the oral component of my class is the most useful.Classes are perfect. Zixuan W.
- I train a lot and I love it – Thi Kim Ngam N.
- In my opinion, Alip is full of hands-on experiential activities. Very detailed and comprehensive lessons – Hong Mai L.
- The program is easy to understand, with plenty of practical exercises, making it ideal for international students. – Thi Thanh Tam V.
- There are many useful extracurricular activities and interesting presentations. – Ha Vy B.
- The knowledge gained from the Academic courses has been invaluable for my future university projects. They are well trained in techniques and subjects that we will come into contact with often. – Zhuoran C.
Why students choose ALIP
✅ Over 20 years of experience preparing international students for higher education in France
✅ French and English academic preparation
✅ Personalized guidance
✅ Recognized quality labels
✅ Trusted educational partners
✅ Small groups and individualized support


