France | Lyon
Work and Study
Work and Study
Our unique package provides opportunities for language students to study intensive lessons abroad whilst taking on a short-term work experience at one of our varied work placements. Working with our partner language schools across Europe, we provide a package tailored to suit your needs; study, work placement, accommodation, transport, transfers, insurance.
Work and Study packages are available for students studying at A Level or equivalent or higher. It is also suitable for Gap Year students and for university students or adults looking to improve their languages skills, even if it has been some time since they last studied languages formally.
Work placements are available from a range of business categories. Students state their preferences as part of their application and our Placement Coordinators match students to the available placements. Work and Study work placements take place in the afternoons / early evening depending on the sector.
The Work and Study programme runs every Monday to Friday throughout the year. Accommodation is available from Sunday to Saturday. Students can travel for a week, two weeks or longer. We are able to tailor packages to suit your requirements and the time you have available.
Location
Lyon is a scenic city located on the confluence of two rivers, Rhône and Saône. After Paris and Marseille, it is the third largest city and the second largest student city in France. The city is split into 9 arrondissements, each with their own charm. The 5th arrondissement is most popular for tourists because of landmarks like Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, a 19th century Basilica and Théâtre Gallo Romain de Lyon- Fourvière, a Roman theatre.
Alongside the architectural landmarks, the city has been significant many times in history; from being the capital of the Gauls in Roman times, home to the Lumière Brothers the inventors of the cinematograph and an important area for silk production.
Located in the 6th arrondissement, the top-rated language school is situated in the centre of the city near the Parc de la Tête d’Or. Being a 5-minute walk from the closest underground station, the school is well connected to the rest of Lyon. The school has 16 air-conditioned classrooms, a cafe and a foyer with studying areas. It is a highly accessible school with ramps and can facilitate those who are harder of hearing or sight.
Language Course
The core course comprises 20 lessons of 45 minutes each in the mornings, which concentrate on learning and actively using French. The tuition is very much practice oriented. You will participate in group sessions alongside other students of a similar level, focusing on the core elements of the language; speaking, reading, writing and listening. Classes have an international flavour and a lively feel because they are grouped by ability not nationality or age.
In the afternoons you will participate in a work placement in one of our business categories in the afternoons.
Accommodation
For students wanting to completely immerse themselves in the French language and culture we recommend that you stay with one of our carefully selected French host accommodations. They will not only introduce you to the French way of life and help you practise the French language but will also give you a taste of local and delicious regional specialities. Host accommodation is situated within 45 minutes total journey time to the language school. Half board accommodation is provided (breakfast & evening meal) from Sunday evening meal before your course starts to Saturday breakfast after it finishes. Subject to availability, an extra day on one side of your trip may be possible on request to facilitate flight dates.
Special diets can be accommodated, these often require a supplement. Please specify details upon booking so that we can meet your needs.
Transfers
Transfers can be arranged for a fee on request from Lyon Airport or from any of the 5 Train Stations to your accommodation on arrival and/or departure. These transfers may increase in price if booked out of usual times (10pm-8am). Alternatively, we can provide directions and all the details you need to use public transport.
School Closures
The school will be closed on 01/11/2024, 11/11/2024, 23/12/2024 - 06/01/2025, 21/04/2025, 01/05/2025, 08/05/2025, 09/06/2025, 14/07/2025, 15/08/2025, 11/11/25 and 21/12/2025 - 03/01/2026. The school does not hold classes on closed dates and there is no refund for missed lessons.
Insurance
Travel, Medical and Workplace Insurance is included with this package. For more details and policy wording please see our Insurance page.
Lyon, France
Weekly Programme
- 20 core French lessons per week (mornings Mon – Fri)
- Work placement (afternoons/evenings Mon – Fri)
- Accommodation (Sun – Sat) (Optional + surcharge)
- Social & Cultural Programme (Optional + surcharge)
- Course Certificate
- 24/7 Emergency support from UK office
- Travel and medical insurance
Longer Stays
Students are welcome to book into the school for any number of weeks. Many students will travel to the school for long (12 weeks+) at a time, even starting from limited or no level in the language. We have prices for 1-4 weeks on our website. We are able to arrange any duration of stay at the language school. Contact us if you would like a package that we have not listed.
Lyon
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