Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

French 3 lower: infos et discussion

Come and practise your intermediate spoken French and develop your language skills in these topical discussion classes. Based on recordings from French television, radio news and newspaper articles.

If you're unsure of the level of course you should study, click here to view a language self-assessment chart

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Key course information

Dates
21/09/10 - 07/12/10

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
12 weeks

Time
14:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £132
Senior fee: £81
Concession: £40

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LF314

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

Still got questions?
languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course aims to help you acquire a level of competence to deal with most everyday situations. It will encourage you to speak more freely and enjoy taking part in a conversation.

What topics will we cover?

Conversations based on daily news, using TV, radio and newspaper articles, covering topics such as education, environment, transport, science and technology, art, politics, news in brief, etc.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- understand and discuss news items
- express opinions
- make comparisons
- analyse and summarise news items and opinions
- talk about contemporary French culture and civilisation

Please note that the above outcomes are flexible as the pace of the lessons will depend on the achievements of the group of students.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students should have completed French 2 upper courses or have studied French for 3 years. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

A lively, communicative approach based on the news with the emphasis on speaking and listening skills with some grammar exercises. Please note students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The material will be provided by the tutor.
If a course book is recommended please try: Grant and Cutler - http://www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012) and The European Bookshop - http://www.europeanbookshop.com (020 7287 1720).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 201 of the 10-11 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Any French 3 lower course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
21/09/10 to 07/12/10	Tue	14:30 - 16:30	12 weeks	£132	£81	£40	LF314	Available	» Select
25/09/10 to 11/12/10	Sat	12:35 - 14:35	12 weeks	£139	£89	£46	LF315	Available	» Select
11/01/11 to 29/03/11	Tue	14:30 - 16:30	12 weeks	£132	£81	£40	LF324	Available	» Select
15/01/11 to 02/04/11	Sat	12:35 - 14:35	12 weeks	£139	£89	£46	LF325	Available	» Select
26/04/11 to 28/06/11	Tue	14:30 - 16:30	10 weeks	£110	£67	£33	LF334	Available	» Select
30/04/11 to 02/07/11	Sat	12:35 - 14:35	10 weeks	£116	£74	£38	LF335	Available	» Select