Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Semester Assessment 20%: 8 written assignments, 4 of them under exam conditions (those taken under exam conditions counting twice as much as the others); 10%: oral (4 marks based on engagement, active contribution and performance in small oral groups); 20%: listening comprehension (4 marks). | 50% |
| Semester Assessment | Oral Exam | 20% |
| Semester Exam | 3 Hours Written Exam | 30% |
| Supplementary Exam | 3 Hours 1 x 3-hour written examination (unless ONLY the oral component is failed, in which case the supplementary exam will be an oral examination). | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Identify your own improvement in French vocabulary and grammatical knowledge in written and spoken language.
Differentiate between major stylistic levels of French
Recognise and understand different linguistic registers in French
Translate selected passages into and out of French, showing idiomatic, authentic style and grammatical usage
Present independently prepared material in spoken or written French
Discuss and debate topical issues in French
Summarise in your own words selected pieces of written or spoken French
Give your own insights into contemporary French life and culture
Enter into conversation in French with confidence in your ability to express yourself
Brief description
An intermediate level course in French language. It will cover material from level B1-B2 of the European Common Framework of Reference for Languages (ECFR). Commensurate to their engagement with the module, students should achieve B1+ / B2 proficiency by the end of the module.
Content
Material covered will help students increase and refine their knowledge and understanding of the target language and culture. Class content will familiarise students with contemporary issues, tendencies and debates in their language of study. Students will work towards being able to synthesize their knowledge of relevant social and cultural themes while developing their analytical skills and advancing their spoken and written expression across a variety of registers. Students will also have the opportunity to practice and progress essential language skills that will help prepare them for the Year Abroad.
Language modules have, as an integral part of their structure, regular homework assignments and class tests, as well as end of year examinations. Assessments aim to measure student progress against learning outcomes at the appropriate level and are designed to allow students to produce examples of progressively more complex and accurate spoken and written expression.
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Adaptability and resilience | Written and oral communication; preparation for the Year Abroad; formative and summative assignments; self-directed study. |
| Co-ordinating with others | Conversation classes; presentations; group work; prepartion for the Year Abroad. |
| Creative Problem Solving | Grammar, writing, listening, oral and translation. |
| Critical and analytical thinking | Communicative and cultural awareness. |
| Professional communication | Oral and written communication. |
| Real world sense | Employability awareness; communication skills in the target language; cultural awareness; translation theory and practice. |
| Reflection | Oral and written communication; formative and summative assignments. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Grammar, writing, listening, oral and translation. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 5