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Discover, learn and master the English language with high-quality courses.
Excelia International Institute offers a wide range of courses, lasting from 2 weeks to one academic year, designed to meet the needs of students. Whether you choose one-to-one or group courses, Excelia International Institute will support you at every stage of your learning to enable you to master the English language both efficiently and effectively.
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LanguageEnglish
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Location
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Tuition Fees
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In shortGeneral English, Business English, Culture

4 Reasons to choose the English Intensive Programme
A wide range of courses
The courses of the English Intensive Programme cater for different needs, from general English language to business English, including culture and society lessons.
Choose your preferred duration
Excelia International Institute can organise group courses lasting from 2 weeks to a full academic year.
An exceptional learning environment in Paris
The English Intensive Programme offers full immersion in the English language within an international and culturally rich environment. With Paris as a backdrop, renowned for its history, dynamic lifestyle, and global outlook, students benefit from a unique opportunity to improve their English while enjoying life in one of the world’s most inspiring cities.
An institute with a reputation for academic excellence
Excelia International Institute is recognised for its expertise in teaching English language, offering you an enriching and structured academic experience.
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FAQs
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What exactly are the courses of the English Intensive Programme?
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The courses are designed to enable international learners to discover, learn, and master the English language. These programmes are delivered by Excelia International Institute, guaranteeing high quality teaching and an enriching learning experience. The courses are offered in several formats, lasting from 2 weeks to 3 terms, in one-to-one or group lessons.
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Who are the English courses for?
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The different courses are aimed at students, from a wide range of backgrounds, who want to learn or improve their level of English. Whatever your reason for learning English, personal or academic, our courses can be tailored to your needs.
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What are the different course formats available?
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Excelia International Institute offers a variety of formats to cater for all needs:
- Short courses: 2 - 4 weeks
- Long programmes: one semester (240 hours) or one year (480 hours)
- Level-based group lessons
Lessons
Several areas are covered:
- English : culture & society
- English for Business
- English as a Foreign Language
Cost of studies
Tuition Fees 2025-2026
International students
- 2 weeks: €600
- 4 weeks: €1,200
- 1 semester: €3,135
- 1 year: €6,270
Tuition fees are provided for information purposes only and are subject to change from one year to the next.
Multiservice charge
- Fee (1 semester): €175
- Fee (1 year): €350
Services included in the Multi-service fee:
- Administration and support services
- International mobility insurance-assistance
- Reprographics credit (photocopying, printing)
- Unlimited access to all content on Exceliaprime Edutainment platform
- Personalised support and coaching from our Talent Centre

Admission
1 / Online application
Submit your application online and select your programme:
List of supportive documents required : CV and Proof of current academic level (exam certificate/s or letter from current academic establishment etc.)
Admission fee : An admissions fee of €50 is required (to be paid by bank transfer or credit card)
2 / Online video interview
Details of admissions tests
- Online video interview on our online admissions platform (in French or English depending on the chosen programme and track).
- Candidates have 5 days to respond to a series of questions (motivation, academic and professional projects)
Upcoming admissions deadlines
Possibility of taking the admissions test all year long.
3 / Admissions test results released and deposit to be paid
Admissions test results
Candidates will receive notification of their admission or non-admission within 6 days following their interview.
If you are admitted, you must pay the deposit, which will be deducted from your annual tuition fees, before the specified deadline.
Excelia has partnered with Flywire to provide our overseas families with an easier method of sending international fee payments. Flywire offers a best price guarantee when sending the payment by bank transfer, real-time payment tracking and 24x7 multilingual customer support.
4 / Administrative assistance
Confirmation of enrolment
You will receive confirmation of pre-enrolment as well as confirmation of accommodation which are necessary for your student visa application.
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5 / Proof of academic level required
Conditions of acceptance
To confirm your final acceptance, you must provide proof of your current qualifications and language ability:
English-Track and French-Track Programmes:
- Bachelor, Master, Masters of Science (MSc): B2*
- Foundation and preparatory programmes**: A2 or B1 depending on programme*
- For Summer School and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses: Open to students of all abilities
* Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
** Business Foundation Programme et Excelia First Year
Proof of language ability is NOT required if:
- Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
- You hold a qualification issued in a French-speaking country and are applying for a French track
- You hold a qualification issued in an English-speaking country and are applying for an English track
Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.