Are you interested in learning French, the language of love? Maybe you want to learn French because it is a euphonic language that sounds pleasing to the ear due to the linguistic organisation of consonants and vowels. Or, you are planning to relocate to a French speaking country due to a job offer or planning to travel to France for a holiday.
Whatever you reason, we at Superprof are committed to help you. If you are interested to master this language but do not know where to start, why don’t you check out All You Need to Know to Learn French?
One of the main concerns when one has decided to learn a new language is cost. The common worry is that you will not be able to afford it and are unable to find proper estimation of the cost.
Therefore, we have decided to put together a list of options and possible cost estimate of learning French in Malaysia.
Estimated Rates for French Lessons
There are many options for you to learn French in Malaysia but the cost can vary depending on several factors:
Language Proficiency
When estimating the cost of learning a new language, it is important to remember your end goal. What level of proficiency are you aiming for?
Do you want to learn how to converse and understand the basics of French in order to have a smooth trip during a holiday? Or are you looking to complete a certificate course like DELF to validate you French proficiency?
It can be anywhere in between as well, this depends on your personal goals. If you are looking to learn only the basics, the cost will be lower. If you aim to be fully proficient in French, the cost will definitely be higher.
Duration of the Course
How long does it take to learn a new language? The answer to this question varies for each person. This depends on how much time you have to invest in learning French? Did you know some basic French before starting classes due to exposure to French speaking people?
There are many different duration options for French language courses. Some are tailored for 12 weeks while others for 12 months. There are also some who may opt for classes with no set duration and depend on their progress to determine the duration.
The cost for a set duration of time is fixed. The longer the duration, the higher the cost. For the flexible duration classes, the cost will depend on how long it takes you to master the language.
Online Class vs Classroom Based Learning
The traditional classroom learning experience provides an interactive learning environment where teachers are able to connect with their students better. The cost of learning from physical classes tends to be higher compared to online as you have to take into account the fee to maintain the classroom such as electricity and rent. Even if you have the teacher coming to your house to teach you, the travelling expenses is a cost to be accounted for.
For online classes, some are live and while others are self-paced sessions that you complete on your own. Live classes will cost more compared to self-paced sessions as you have the opportunity to get feedback from your teacher during class.
Private Lessons vs Group Lessons
The cost of the lessons will vary depending on the size of the class. The smaller the size, the higher the cost. This is because with a small number of students in class, the teacher or tutor is able to give you more attention and guide you better.
With private lessons, you have the teacher’s undivided attention and can have the whole course tailored to accommodate you. Therefore, the cost is higher. Group lessons cost is lower and depends on the actual number of students in the class. A small group class will cost more compared to a bigger group.
Qualifications & Teaching Experience
The teacher’s education qualifications and experience will impact the cost of the classes as well. You pay more for teachers with higher qualifications and experience as this will reflect their quality.
The teacher’s quality is positively associated with being able to meet students needs as they are able to relate to the students better and help them to learn and achieve academic success. If you looking for a French language teacher, check out Tips to Find the Right French Tutor for You
French Lessons in Malaysia
There are many language classes in Malaysia that teach French. The cost of these classes or courses can vary depending on the location of the class, the level of proficiency and the duration of the class. We have listed two institutes offering French lessons together with the cost to give you a rough estimate of the prices to expect.
Alliance Francaise
Alliance Francaise has a team of qualified native French-speaking teachers and offers a wide variety of courses face-to-face and online.
They have been around in Malaysia since 1961 and currently have three branches. Alliance Française de Kuala Lumpur has two branches which are located in Lorong Gurney (main centre) and Bangsar while Alliance Française de Penang is located in the centre of George Town.
They offer a wide variety of language courses from courses for kids, teens, adults, intensive and extensive courses. The prices varies from RM 550 to RM 2,200 depending on level and also the intensity of the class.
ICLS Inter-Cultural Language School
ICLS is one of the oldest language school in Malaysia and has been teaching foreign languages since 1990. They offer both online and physical classes for French language. They have three branches in Malaysia.
For online classes, their 6 weeks (12 lessons/2 hours per session) French course costs around RM790. They also offer online private classes from RM120 to RM133 per hour.
For physical classes, their part time course is for 12 lessons (2 hours per session) per level. The beginner level course costs around RM680.
Learning French Online
After the pandemic, online classes have gained popularity mainly due to convenience. The evolution of technology has made it possible for us to learn almost anything online without leaving the comfort of our home.
Online classes are a popular way to learn French in Malaysia, especially for those who lead a busy life with multiple commitments.
The cost of these online classes are listed in US dollars. We have not converted the currency to Malaysian Ringgit to give you an accurate figure of the cost.
FrenchPod101.com
This site offers lessons that can be completed on your own time and all of the content released are approved by a certified French teacher. You can try it out with a seven-day free trial and then sign up for any of their plans.
The basic plan is around $4 a month. The basic plan includes unlimited access to all audio and video lessons including notes, as well as a list of 100 French core words and phrases.
Their other plans include premium ($10) and premium plus ($23). The premium plan includes line-by-line audio dialogue for each lesson, 2,000 French core words and phrases, and other tools such as custom word lists, interactive quizzes, voice recording, spaced repetition flashcards, an audio dictionary, and a grammar bank.
The premium plus subscription includes one-on-one access to a teacher who can give you feedback, answer questions, and give you a personalised program and assignments.
Babbel
You can learn French online with Babbel with their award winning French courses. The class structure is centred around learning through real-life conversation and spaced repetition. This is a good option for those who would like to practice speaking French. Select a guided learning path based on your skill level, or choose a work, travel or culture focused course.
Choose from five subscriptions: one month ($13.95 per month), three months ($9.95 per month), six months ($8.45 per month), 12 months ($6.95 per month), or lifetime ($299.99). There's even a 20-day money-back guarantee with your subscription purchase.
Learn French with Superprof
You can learn French anywhere in Malaysia with a Superprof tutor! From deciphering French expressions to navigating French verbs, you will be able to find a French tutor suited to your learning needs.
It doesn’t matter whether you are an intermediate speaker or an absolute beginner in French, there are so many Superprof tutors who are available to assist you. Whether you are looking to learn online or face to face, the choice is yours.
The average rate for an hour of lessons with a Superprof French tutor is anywhere between RM30 to RM100. The charges vary based on the tutor’s teaching experience and qualifications. If you are unsure on how to gauge their teaching methods and if you will be comfortable learning from our tutors, most tutors give their first hour of lessons free.
Getting individual one-to-one attention means you get to learn at your own pace. The tutor will focus solely on you during your session. If you are shy to pronounce something new in French, it will only be you and your tutor during classes. This will help put you at ease and improve your concentration as well as help build your confidence.
Superprof tutors are highly qualified to teach their respective subjects as they are required to upload their credentials which are verified before being posted on the website.
Search for French language tutors here on Superprof!
While the cost of learning French in Malaysia can vary depending on the mode of instruction, course duration, and the level of proficiency, for those who are passionate about learning the language, the cost should not be a deterrent.
Whatever you pay to learn French will pay itself in terms of opportunities in academics, career, and personal life.
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