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Call for Applications: French Language Pass
French Institute of Cambodia (IFC) and BRED Bank Cambodia are launching the "French Language Pass", a unique
program to support Cambodian students in learning French!
With the support of BRED Bank Cambodia, the IFC is offering 4 deserving students the opportunity to take free French courses for one year, in order to support them in the realization of their academic and professional projects.
The "French Language Pass" stems from a simple observation: some Cambodian students have a clear plan that requires fluency in French, but lack the financial means to take courses. By partnering, the French Institute of Cambodia and BRED aim to remove this obstacle and enable four motivated students to pursue French language training for a year, under the same conditions as any other learner. The objective is concrete: to provide deserving students, regardless of their financial situation, with the linguistic tools they need to advance in their academic or professional journey.
Application deadline
June 12, 2026
Terms and conditions
- Full coverage of French course fees at the French Institute of Cambodia (IFC) for one year;
- Commitment to four consecutive sessions, starting July 13, 2026;
- Courses held at the French Institute of Cambodia (Phnom Penh or Battambang).
Eligibility requirements
To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be a student currently enrolled in a course of study (indicate the institution and current level);
- Justify a personal, academic or professional project requiring the learning of French;
- Reside in Phnom Penh or Battambang;
- To report a financial situation that does not allow for the coverage of training costs.
Selection Criteria
The applications will be evaluated by a jury composed of representatives from the IFC, the French Embassy and BRED, according to four criteria:
- Clarity and relevance of stated motivations (out of 5)
- Academic performance — Previous results and progress (out of 5)
- Financial situation — Declaration of honor attesting to the need for support (out of 5)
- Program objectives — Potential for language development and recognition of the learning path (out of 5)
After a preliminary selection based on applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview on Friday, June 19, 2026, before the jury.
Calendar
- Application deadline: June 12, 2026
- Interviews with the selection panel: June 19, 2026
- Announcement of program winners: end of June 2026
- Start of classes: July 13, 2026 (summer session)
Prepare your application file
The complete application must be submitted online and supporting documents sent by email by June 12, 2026.
It includes:
- Copy of national identity card
- CV in French or English
- Cover letter in French or English
- Transcript for the current academic year
- Letter of commitment to attendance (template available for download below)
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Declaration of honor regarding financial situation (template available for download below)