French 4: Return to French (Advanced)
If your advanced French is a bit rusty and you wish you could reactivate your passive knowledge, this is the right course for you. This course will help you access your dormant French and bring it back to life. After attending this course you should be able join a level 4 or 5 course.
Choose a starting date
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
- Start Date: 07 Jul 2025End Date: 18 Jul 2025Mon+Wed+Fri (Daytime): 10:30 - 13:00OnlineLocation: OnlineDuration: 6 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: LBF05Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00
- Start Date: 15 Oct 2025End Date: 03 Dec 2025Wed (Daytime): 15:00 - 17:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 8 sessions (over -8 weeks)Course Code: LF416Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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What is the course about?
This course is a revision and consolidation course to enable you to join a level 4 or 5 course. You will refresh your advanced French and revisit upper intermediate and advanced language points.
What 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.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- express yourself more accurately
- read newspapers and short stories with confidence
- take part in discussions and debates
- talk about various aspects of French culture
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Suitable if you have done a French 4 course or have recently done five years of French.
If you are not sure about your level, please contact Languages on languages@citylit.ac.uk or check our level assessment chart on: http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The course is based on the tutor’s own resources.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Other French 4 or 5 courses starting next term. Ask your tutor for advice. Please enrol as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Please note that we offer exam courses. If you are interested, please contact the languages department on languages@citylit.ac.uk to book an interview.