- Take the mandatory placement test to determine your language level.
- Review the courses available at your level.
- Complete the registration form.
French as a Second Language (FLS) courses for staff
uOttawa personnel have the opportunity to enrol in free second-language courses. Our courses are tailored to various proficiency levels ensuring that learners of all abilities can find the right fit. Certain courses may also be open to family members.
Course description by level
Timetable
Fall 2026
Please note that all courses will be held virtually for the Fall 2026 term. Course registration ends two weeks prior to the start of the course.
Beginner
| Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLS 1600 - A | Beginner: Introduction to Basic French | 30hrs | September 29 to December 10, 2026 (10 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Elementary
| Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLS 1810 - A | Elementary: Listening and Reading | 30hrs | September 29 to December 10, 2026 (10 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Intermediate
| Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLS 2622 - A | Intermediate: Listening and Speaking | 15hrs | September 28 to November 4, 2026 (5 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Monday and Wednesday 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
Intermediate / Advanced
| Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLS 2601 - A | Oral Communication Workshop (intensive) *In person Workshop* | 15hrs | October 26 to October 30, 2026 (5 mornings, reading week) | Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
| FLS 2601 - B | Oral Communication Workshop (intensive) | 15hrs | October 26 to October 30, 2026 (5 mornings, reading week) | Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
| FLS 2601 - C | Oral Communication Workshop | 12hrs | October 1 to November 12, 2026 (6 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Thursdays 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
| FLS 3812 - A | Participating in a meeting held in your second-language | 16hrs | October 8 to December 3, 2026 (8 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
| FLS 3812 - B | Participating in a meeting held in your second-language | 16hrs | October 7 to December 2, 2026 (8 weeks, no courses during reading week) | Wednesdays 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Advanced
| Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLS 3831 - A | Advanced: Listening & Speaking | 15hrs | November 9 to December 9, 2026 (5 weeks) | Monday and Wednesday 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
Registration
For all inquiries concerning language courses for the University of Ottawa’s personnel, please contact [email protected].
Additional language learning resources
Julien Couture Resource Centre (JCRC)
The Julien Couture Resource Centre (JCRC) hosts a specialized collection of educational tools and activities for language learners of French and English. All members of the uOttawa community are welcome to the JCRC to take advantage of the many resources available to them to help improve their language skills.
ILOBify
ILOBify is a comprehensive web application that centralizes a diverse array of linguistic tools, designed to enhance language skills. This app assists users in finding resources, services, and information, ultimately helping them become confident French and English speakers.
Linguistic Risk-Taking Passport
The Linguistic Risk-Taking Passport is a tool that encourages learners to take various linguistic risks that will boost their confidence in a second or additional language. By integrating these risks into daily life, users can fully leverage their experience on uOttawa’s unique bilingual campus and in other multilingual settings.
The Mauril app, a fun way to learn French and English
Mauril is a language learning application designed to help users learn English and French with the help of a wide variety of content provided by CBC and Radio Canada. The app features an array of interactive quizzes and activities to test knowledge, further language skills, and enrich vocabulary.