
All course candidates for the French as a Second Language, Part I AQ course must successfully complete an oral and written French language proficiency test as an entrance requirement. The test assures that candidates possess a minimum competency in oral and written French.
Candidates for the French as a Second Language, Part I AQ course may be exempted from the test by submitting to the Office of the Registrar either:
- a Certificate of Bilingualism from Nipissing University; Laurentian University; or from the Federal Government; or
- a transcript showing proof of graduation from a francophone university having studied in the French language;
- a minimum Level B2 Diploma* (provided upon successful completion of the DELF French proficiency test)
*the DELF B2 level confirms a good knowledge of French and the ability to communicate verbally and in writing covering a wide range of topics within the modern French language.
ONLINE FSL Proficiency Test (Blackboard)
Online registration begins February 21, 2024
Candidates must be successful in the online test for entrance in the FSL, Part I AQ course that is offered online. Students cannot be retested in the same testing period as their first attempt. We encourage candidates to attempt the test before the last testing period, in the event a retest is required.
Candidates must register for the test no later than 5 days prior to attempting the test. No Exceptions.
Testing Dates for our Spring/Summer 2024 Online Session:
- February 26 - March 8 2024 (EDUC-0010 SS800)
- March 11 - March 22, 2024 (EDUC-0010 SS801)
- April 2 - May 10, 2024 (EDUC-0010 SS802)
Please note that online registration will be accepted between the dates of February 21 - May 7, 2024.