After work · 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Evening French courses in Geneva
Two evenings a week, online or in person at the MIA (Maison internationale des associations), in a small group: progress steadily in French without upsetting your schedule. A new session every month.
Fits your schedule
French, after your day
Looking for evening French courses in Geneva compatible with your work or studies? The Alliance Française de Genève offers courses online or in person at the MIA, in small groups, twice a week.
Two tracks according to your level: French Essentials for levels A1 and A2, and French in Action for levels B1 and B2, in an interactive environment with regular support.
- 8 sessions of 1 h 30 per 4-week session;
- small groups by level;
- live lessons, from home, your office or at the MIA;
- a new session every month.
Who is it for?
Who are our evening courses for?
For adults who want to progress in French while keeping a flexible schedule.
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Professionals
Keep learning French after your working day.
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Students
Make steady progress without interrupting your studies.
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Newcomers
Develop your French to make your daily life and your integration in Geneva easier.
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International learners
Follow your lessons remotely, from Geneva or elsewhere.
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Busy schedules
Two fixed appointments a week: a rhythm that is easy to keep.
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Want to speak more
Group exchanges to gain confidence in speaking.
Two tracks
French Essentials or French in Action?
Choose the track that matches your level.
A1–A2 · Mon + Wed · 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
French Essentials
For beginners and people who want to consolidate the basics of French.
- Understand everyday situations
- Build essential vocabulary
- Build simple sentences
- Gain confidence in speaking
480 CHF in person at the MIA (40 CHF/h)
for 12 h See the sessions
B1–B2 · Tue + Thu · 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
French in Action
For learners who want to become more independent and more comfortable in French.
- Develop speaking skills
- Enrich vocabulary
- Understand more complex exchanges
- Communicate in personal and professional life
480 CHF in person at the MIA (40 CHF/h)
for 12 h See the sessions
In-person classes
Where do the in-person classes take place?
MIA – Maison internationale des associations
Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 GenèveIn-person evening courses take place at the MIA, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Online courses are followed from home.
Next sessions
Register for an evening course
Dates, available places and online registration.
A question before you register? pedagogie@afge.ch · +41 78 609 29 80 · Free placement test
Why evenings?
Why choose an evening course?
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A steady rhythm
Two weekly appointments to progress without interrupting your activity.
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Group exchanges
Practise French with other learners in an interactive setting.
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A flexible option
Follow your lessons online from home or your office, or in person at the MIA.
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Educational support
Your teachers help you develop your skills step by step.
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A clear price
420 CHF online or 480 CHF in person for a 12-hour session, no hidden fees.
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Continuous progress
Chain sessions month after month to move from one level to the next.
CEFR levels
From level A1 to level B2 in the evening
For levels C1 and C2, discover our private lessons.
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First steps
Introduce yourself, ask simple questions, understand everyday expressions.
French Essentials · Mon + Wed - A2
Everyday life
Talk about family, work, leisure and your immediate surroundings.
French Essentials · Mon + Wed - B1
Independence
Get by in most situations, tell a story, give your opinion.
French in Action · Tue + Thu - B2
Fluency
Argue, defend a point of view, understand complex topics.
French in Action · Tue + Thu - C1
Precision
Express yourself fluently and in a structured way, at university and at work.
Private lessons - C2
Mastery
Understand everything and grasp the finest nuances of the language.
Private lessons
Free placement test
I don’t know my French level
Before choosing between French Essentials and French in Action, assess your level with our online test.
Take my placement testFrequently asked questions
Evening courses: your questions
Which levels are the evening courses for?
Levels A1 and A2 with French Essentials, and levels B1 and B2 with French in Action.
Are the evening courses in Geneva or online?
Evening courses take place online or in person, live and in a small group. In person, they are held at the MIA (Maison internationale des associations), Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 Genève. Online, you can follow them from home, your office or elsewhere.
Where is the MIA?
The MIA (Maison internationale des associations) is located at Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 Genève. Open in Google Maps
What are the hours of the evening courses?
From 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, twice a week: Monday and Wednesday for French Essentials, Tuesday and Thursday for French in Action.
How much does an evening course cost?
A 4-week session (8 sessions of 1 h 30, i.e. 12 hours) costs 420 CHF online (i.e. 35 CHF per hour) or 480 CHF in person at the MIA (i.e. 40 CHF per hour).
Can I take these courses if I work full time?
Yes, that is precisely the aim: classes take place at the end of the day, twice a week.
When does the next session start?
A new session starts every month. Dates and available places are shown in the registration module on this page.
How do I know which level to choose?
Take our free online placement test: it tells you whether to choose French Essentials or French in Action, and at which level.
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Next session
Your French keeps improving, even after 6 pm
A new session starts every month: book your place online.