Discover Montreal in a New Light | Non-Native French Speakers | August (ISB)
Montreal is a creative city filled with cultural resources and sites to discover.
Enjoy learning a language in a friendly environment with people from various backgrounds and get acquainted with them while discovering Montreal.
Our teachers’ passion for guiding you as you learn a foreign language, in addition to their knowledge of Montreal and desire to show you around the city, will be front and centre of the language courses upcoming in the summer of 2026.
Our immersion courses are offered for three weeks in July or August.
You can also combine them for a 6 weeks experience:
- French-French | ISA in-person classes + ISB in-person classes
- English-French | ISA in-person classes + ISB in-person classes
Target audience
18 years and up
Individuals*
Students*
Professionnals*
*whose mother tongue is not French.
Levels available
Pre-A1 (Beginner) to C1 (Advanced) Level
*Mandatory placement test
Type of course
In-person classes
Campus Central UQAM
Maximum of 12 participants
When
July 27 to August 14, 2026
Duration
60 hours
3 weeks
Teaching materials
Practical and interactive exercises
This intensive program will allow you to begin learning or deepen your knowledge of French using a rich and varied thematic approach based on sociocultural situations.
Throughout the course, you will use all four (4) language skills:
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
Verbal communication is key in any language immersion. You will enjoy a rich and varied experience to enhance your vocabulary and improve your knowledge of grammar, with an emphasis on pronunciation.
Language workshops in the heart of Montreal
These workshops are a chance to discover and explore various aspects of Montreal’s socio-cultural fabric and to see all that the city has to offer by introducing participants to its artists, museums, neighbourhoods and food.
Typical schedule*
* Schedule may change without notice
Costs
Training fees: Starting from $1,010 CAD
+ mandatory placement test
+ teaching materials
+ applicable taxes
Good to know: cultural activities are included in the price of the stay and take place in the afternoon.
About accomodation
Non‑Credit Language Courses recommends that you book and pay for your accommodation with one of the following partners.
Optional activities (not included in the program)
Optional activities are generally offered on Saturdays and Sundays of the first week. Registration is mandatory and can be paid for on arrival in Montreal. A member of the Non-Credit Language Training team accompanies students.
*Please note that the prices indicated are subject to change.
Omega Park – North American Safari
Have you ever had the chance to see wolves, bears, deer, and foxes up close? A safari at Parc Omega is your opportunity! You’ll be just steps away from these magnificent creatures as you follow the trail with enclosed viewpoints to admire them.
You can even feed raw vegetables to the deer and elk who will come right up to your window looking for a treat. Don’t hesitate to join our team and your friends for this unforgettable experience!
When: Saturday August 1st, 2026
Cost: $80+tax per person*
Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 29
Registration is required. V-4105
A member of our team will accompany the group.
Visit to Old Boucherville and Games with Friends at the Bar Ludique
Only a short distance away, you can enjoy a boat ride followed by an entertaining afternoon with friends.
Hop aboard the river shuttle with us to Old Boucherville, a charming neighborhood on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River.
We’ll spend the morning exploring before wrapping up the outing with a good meal at a gaming pub, where we can have fun with board games.
It’s the perfect chance to relax, laugh, and have a great time!
When: Saturday August 8th, 2026
Cost: $8+tax per person
Registration deadline: Tuesday, August 5th
Registration is required. V-4105
A member of our team will accompany the group.
Visit to Saint Joseph’s Oratory
Did you know that Montreal is home to one of the largest churches in North America, featuring the largest basilica-style dome in the world?
Saint Joseph's Oratory offers a breathtaking view of the city.
Together, we’ll learn about its history while taking in its stunning architectural achievements.
Don’t miss the chance to cross this experience off your bucket list! And if you feel like it, let yourself be amazed at the best spot to watch the sunset over the Island of Montreal.
When: Saturday August 8th, 2026
Cost: $8+tax per person
Registration deadline: Tuesday, August 5th
Registration is required. V-4105
A member of our team will accompany the group.
UQAM's Sport Center
Stay in shape during your stay with us by purchasing a three-week gym membership. Enjoy access to the gym and pool.
When: Throughout the program.
Cost: $28 per person
Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 29
Registration is required. V-4105