French 4: pratique et perfectionnement: module 1

Un cours de français animé qui offrira aux étudiants l'opportunité de réviser et de pratiquer la langue tout en participant à des discussions sur différents sujets d'actualité.

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Key course information

Dates
20/09/11 - 06/12/11

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
12 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £112
Senior fee: £112

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LF411

Availability
This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is designed to consolidate the linguistic competence you acquired during your previous French upper intermediate courses. It is an opportunity for you to further your knowledge of the French language using authentic material for an in-depth look at French society and an initiation to French literature.

What topics will we cover?

Revision of grammar in context (e.g.: past tenses, subjunctive, conditional, prepositions as appropriate). Work on pronunciation.

Themes: cinema, customs and traditions, science and technology, art, literature, social issues, current affairs.

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

- use the language accurately

- read newspapers and short-stories with confidence

- write short essays

- take part in discussions and debates

- talk about French civilisation.

- give presentations in French.

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

Suitable if you have done a French 3 upper course or have recently done five years of French, have acquired an upper-intermediate level and want to move on to an advanced level. 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?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

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

Material will be provided by the tutor. Students might be advised to get a particular French grammar book and vocabulary book during the first session.
When 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 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

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

French 4: module 2. Please enrol on the next module as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.

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

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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