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French 2

Jongen kijkt in de camera met op de achtergrond Parijs

In short

About this course
  • Start: January 2026
  • Duration: 8 classes
  • WUR student fee: € 60,-
  • Regular fee: € 275,-
  • Location: WUR campus

Do you want to learn French for a holiday or for your study or work? Did you take French in school, but it has become a little rusty? French 2 will quickly help you get back on track! The course focuses on practical skills and introduces you to French culture.

Who is this course suitable for?

Target group

French 2 is for everyone who has completed our French 1 course.

Did you take French at HAVO/VWO level or did you acquire French language skills in another way? Then you may also be eligible for French 2. A free intake is required. This is a short phone conversation with the teacher. Please email your phone number to into@wur.nl.

What you will learn

Content and approach
Parijs met donkere wolken

From A1 to on the way to A2

After this course, you will be able to:

  • hold short, simple conversations about personal topics;
  • understand the key information in everyday conversations about familiar topics;
  • understand the key information in short, simple texts (brochures, advertisements);
  • write short, simple messages or emails.

After completing this course, you can continue learning French with our French 3 course (level: towards A2). Learn more about the language levels (CEFR).

Approach
The emphasis is on oral communication, but reading, listening, and writing skills are also covered. French is spoken as much as possible in class, with English as the supporting language. You'll also learn more about French culture.

What do the classes cover?

Skills

  • Talking about habits
  • Drawing up a questionnaire
  • Telling an anecdote in the past tense
  • Talking about your personality
  • Talking about the weather
  • Asking questions about a product
  • Buying something in a shop / ordering something in a restaurant
  • Requesting and giving information about dishes
  • Giving advice

Grammar

In this French 2 course, we cover a range of grammar topics, including:

  • Reflexive verbs
  • Asking questions
  • Adverbs
  • The passé composé (simple past)
  • Different negation forms
  • The imperative
  • The partitive article / quantities
  • Personal pronoun as a direct object
  • The futur proche (future tense)

Dates and times

Schedule
  • Start date: 13 January 2026
  • End date: 24 March 2026
  • Class day and time: Tuesday 19:45 - 21:30
  • Location: face-to-face at Wageningen campus

View the full schedule here

This course is offered annually in February, April/May and September/October.
If you would you like to take this course but it is either full or does not list a starting date that suits you, please express your interest via our form and you will be notified once you can sign up for new dates.

Practical information

Practical
Intake & registration

Would you like to check first whether this course is suitable for your level? Send your phone number to into@wur.nl for a free intake interview.

Why a course from In'to?

  • You'll learn to truly use the language through numerous interactive exercises focused on speaking.
  • You'll gain insight into the culture and nuances of the language, helping you understand it better and communicate more effectively.
  • By learning together with fellow students and a teacher who challenges you and provides feedback, you'll stay motivated and learning will be more fun and effective.

Tailor-made French course

Would you prefer individual or faster lessons? Or do you have a specific goal you'd like to work on? We also offer a personalized program, fully tailored to your needs and preferences.

More information?

Do you have a question? Or do you want some advice? We're happy to help!

Wageningen in'to Languages

Organisational unit

OS Wageningen in to Languages

Accreditation

Certificate

Course starts immediately

No

Language of instruction

Dutch

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