Lecture et discussions sur des oeuvres françaises à travers les siècles, ainsi qu'un aperçu historique et biographique d'écrivains français et francophones.
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Ce cours est du niveau C1/C2 du cadre européen commun de référence pour les langues (CECRL), et permet, par l’étude approfondie de deux textes littéraires, d'avoir une idée synthétique, historique et théorique des littératures française et francophone contemporaines.
What will we cover?
Ce cours abordera les grands enjeux littéraire et esthétique de la fin du XXème et du XXIème siècle, afin de mettre en évidence la mutation des formes et des genres en lien avec le contexte historique et culturel. Nous ferons le parcours de divers genres littéraires (poésie, drame, fiction et essai), ainsi que les grands sujets (esthétique, politique, philosophie, religion et société) qui ont influencé et aidé à profiler la littérature française contemporaine. Il est aussi fondamental d'inclure la littérature francophone, dans ce parcours, pour obtenir une vision panoramique du développement de la langue française par rapport à ses aspects historiques et son expansion mondiale.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Analyser des textes représentatifs de la littérature contemporaine • Découvrir des œuvres qui ont marqué la littérature française de la fin du XXe et du début du XXIe siècle • Comprendre les enjeux et les problématiques propres à la littérature contemporaine • Faire connaissance de plusieurs auteurs spécialistes du genre • Se familiariser avec des notions clé de l’analyse littéraire. • Pouvoir exprimer un point de vue argumenté, critique et construit • Développer des capacités d’analyse, de synthèse et d’interprétation des textes • Etudier en profondeur deux œuvres extraites de la littérature contemporaine • Apprécier un genre ou des techniques d’écriture propres à cette période.
Learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have a very good level of French and an interest in history, culture, and society as well as in literature. They should also be able to read literary works in French, and to lead and participate in discussions in French. They should be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation, and which shows controlled use of structures.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at 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. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
This course uses Google Classroom, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. Here are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Students will be required to buy the following books:
Hélène Dorion, Mes Forêts, 2021
Didier Daeninckx Meurtres pour mémoire, 1984
Pascal Quignard Tous les Matins du monde, 1991
Students are not expected to read the books before the course starts, but they are welcome to do so if they wish.
Please note that we will not be able to reimburse you the value of the book should the course get cancelled.
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.
Bonjour! Je m'appelle Anais et je viens d'un petit village près de Nice. I have an MA in Literature, I qualified as a teacher in France before living abroad. I have been teaching French as a foreign language for the past 14 years to students of different age groups. I believe that, above all, learning should be a joy. I provide well-structured, clearly aimed lessons with authentic resources to accommodate various learning profiles and learning preferences. I understand the need for students to build their confidence in a relaxed learning atmosphere, with the right level of challenge, guided by constructive feedback. I encourage my students to carry on learning independently, for e.g. with quality online resources. I like to feel intellectually stimulated. Hopefully, my many interests provide the variety and depth to keep my students interested!
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Nous ferons le parcours de divers genres littéraires (poésie, drame, fiction et essai), ainsi que les grands sujets (esthétique, politique, philosophie, religion et société) qui ont influencé et aidé à profiler la littérature française contemporaine. Il est aussi fondamental d'inclure la littérature francophone, dans ce parcours, pour obtenir une vision panoramique du développement de la langue française par rapport à ses aspects historiques et son expansion mondiale.• Analyser des textes représentatifs de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Découvrir des œuvres qui ont marqué la littérature française de la fin du XXe et du début du XXIe siècle <br>• Comprendre les enjeux et les problématiques propres à la littérature contemporaine <br>• Faire connaissance de plusieurs auteurs spécialistes du genre<br>• Se familiariser avec des notions clé de l’analyse littéraire.<br>• Pouvoir exprimer un point de vue argumenté, critique et construit<br>• Développer des capacités d’analyse, de synthèse et d’interprétation des textes<br>• Etudier en profondeur deux œuvres extraites de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Apprécier un genre ou des techniques d’écriture propres à cette période.<br><br>Learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.<p>Students should have a very good level of French and an interest in history, culture, and society as well as in literature. They should also be able to read literary works in French, and to lead and participate in discussions in French. They should be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation, and which shows controlled use of structures.<br><br>You may wish to do a taster class before enrolling on this course: <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/french-5-taster-litterature-francaise-contemporaine/lf501-2627" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LF501 French 5 Taster: littérature française contemporaine</a><br><br><br>For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level</a></p><p>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. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.</p><p><strong>This course uses Google Classroom</strong>, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/common-questions-about-google-classroom" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here</a> are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom.</p><p>Students will be required to buy the following books:</p><p><strong>Hélène Dorion, <em>Mes Forêts, 2021</em></strong></p><p><strong>Didier Daeninckx <em>Meurtres pour mémoire, 1984</em></strong></p><p><strong>Pascal Quignard <em>Tous les Matins du monde, 1991</em></strong></p><p><strong>Students are not expected to read the books before the course starts, but they are welcome to do so if they wish.</strong></p><p>Please note that we will not be able to reimburse you the value of the book should the course get cancelled.</p><p>Other French 4 or 5 courses starting next term. Ask your tutor for advice. Please enrol as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p>You may also wish to consider our<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/languages/language-culture" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> language and culture</strong></a><strong> </strong>or our<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/french-4-5-conversation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>conversation courses</strong></a><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/languages/conversation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> </strong></a>to expand and consolidate your learning. <br><br>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.</p>EuropeanFrenchvirtual3069676French 5: littérature française contemporaine269269https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/french-courses-london-online.jpgInStockDaytimeWedKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-01-20T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedJan 2027LanguagesLF521269269French 5: littérature française contemporaine215175269Anais Perdaemsfrench-5-litterature-francaise-contemporaine/lf521-2627Lecture et discussions sur des oeuvres françaises à travers les siècles, ainsi qu'un aperçu historique et biographique d'écrivains français et francophones.0000-Available|2027-01-20 00:00:00Ce cours est du niveau C1/C2 du cadre européen commun de référence pour les langues (CECRL), et permet, par l’étude approfondie de deux textes littéraires, d'avoir une idée synthétique, historique et théorique des littératures française et francophone contemporaines.Lecture et discussions sur des oeuvres françaises à travers les siècles, ainsi qu'un aperçu historique et biographique d'écrivains français et francophones.Ce cours abordera les grands enjeux littéraire et esthétique de la fin du XXème et du XXIème siècle, afin de mettre en évidence la mutation des formes et des genres en lien avec le contexte historique et culturel. Nous ferons le parcours de divers genres littéraires (poésie, drame, fiction et essai), ainsi que les grands sujets (esthétique, politique, philosophie, religion et société) qui ont influencé et aidé à profiler la littérature française contemporaine. Il est aussi fondamental d'inclure la littérature francophone, dans ce parcours, pour obtenir une vision panoramique du développement de la langue française par rapport à ses aspects historiques et son expansion mondiale.• Analyser des textes représentatifs de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Découvrir des œuvres qui ont marqué la littérature française de la fin du XXe et du début du XXIe siècle <br>• Comprendre les enjeux et les problématiques propres à la littérature contemporaine <br>• Faire connaissance de plusieurs auteurs spécialistes du genre<br>• Se familiariser avec des notions clé de l’analyse littéraire.<br>• Pouvoir exprimer un point de vue argumenté, critique et construit<br>• Développer des capacités d’analyse, de synthèse et d’interprétation des textes<br>• Etudier en profondeur deux œuvres extraites de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Apprécier un genre ou des techniques d’écriture propres à cette période.<br><br>Learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.<p>Students should have a very good level of French and an interest in history, culture, and society as well as in literature. They should also be able to read literary works in French, and to lead and participate in discussions in French. They should be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation, and which shows controlled use of structures.<br><br>For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level</a></p><p>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. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.</p><p><strong>This course uses Google Classroom</strong>, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. <a href="http://This course uses Google Classroom, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. Here (hyperlink) are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here</a> are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom.</p><p>Books will be published nearer the start of the course.</p><p><strong>Students are not expected to read the books before the course starts, but they are welcome to do so if they wish.</strong></p><p>Please note that we will not be able to reimburse you the value of the book should the course get cancelled.</p><p> </p><p> </p>French 5 courses. Please enrol on the next module as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.EuropeanFrenchvirtual223,215279,269181,175LF511,LF521NONEWed23/09/26 - 02/12/2610:00 - 12:0010:0012:0011 sessions (over 11 weeks)1111 weeks or longer,5-10 weeksDaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetAnais PerdaemsAdvancedAvailable courses2026-09-23T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-20T00:00:00+00:00Sep 2026,Jan 2027Languages269279,269French 5: littérature française contemporainefrench-5-litterature-francaise-contemporaine/lf511-2627,french-5-litterature-francaise-contemporaine/lf521-2627Lecture et discussions sur des oeuvres françaises à travers les siècles, ainsi qu'un aperçu historique et biographique d'écrivains français et francophones.0000-Available|2026-09-23 00:00:00Ce cours est du niveau C1/C2 du cadre européen commun de référence pour les langues (CECRL), et permet, par l’étude approfondie de deux textes littéraires, d'avoir une idée synthétique, historique et théorique des littératures française et francophone contemporaines.Lecture et discussions sur des oeuvres françaises à travers les siècles, ainsi qu'un aperçu historique et biographique d'écrivains français et francophones.Ce cours abordera les grands enjeux littéraire et esthétique de la fin du XXème et du XXIème siècle, afin de mettre en évidence la mutation des formes et des genres en lien avec le contexte historique et culturel. Nous ferons le parcours de divers genres littéraires (poésie, drame, fiction et essai), ainsi que les grands sujets (esthétique, politique, philosophie, religion et société) qui ont influencé et aidé à profiler la littérature française contemporaine. Il est aussi fondamental d'inclure la littérature francophone, dans ce parcours, pour obtenir une vision panoramique du développement de la langue française par rapport à ses aspects historiques et son expansion mondiale.• Analyser des textes représentatifs de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Découvrir des œuvres qui ont marqué la littérature française de la fin du XXe et du début du XXIe siècle <br>• Comprendre les enjeux et les problématiques propres à la littérature contemporaine <br>• Faire connaissance de plusieurs auteurs spécialistes du genre<br>• Se familiariser avec des notions clé de l’analyse littéraire.<br>• Pouvoir exprimer un point de vue argumenté, critique et construit<br>• Développer des capacités d’analyse, de synthèse et d’interprétation des textes<br>• Etudier en profondeur deux œuvres extraites de la littérature contemporaine<br>• Apprécier un genre ou des techniques d’écriture propres à cette période.<br><br>Learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.<p>Students should have a very good level of French and an interest in history, culture, and society as well as in literature. They should also be able to read literary works in French, and to lead and participate in discussions in French. They should be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation, and which shows controlled use of structures.<br><br>You may wish to do a taster class before enrolling on this course: <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/french-5-taster-litterature-francaise-contemporaine/lf501-2627" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LF501 French 5 Taster: littérature française contemporaine</a><br><br><br>For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level</a></p>,<p>Students should have a very good level of French and an interest in history, culture, and society as well as in literature. They should also be able to read literary works in French, and to lead and participate in discussions in French. They should be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation, and which shows controlled use of structures.<br><br>For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level</a></p><p>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. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.</p><p><strong>This course uses Google Classroom</strong>, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/common-questions-about-google-classroom" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here</a> are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom.</p>,<p>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. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.</p><p><strong>This course uses Google Classroom</strong>, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. <a href="http://This course uses Google Classroom, a digital learning platform where all the teaching and learning resources can be found. Here (hyperlink) are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here</a> are some common answers to questions about Google Classroom.</p><p>Students will be required to buy the following books:</p><p><strong>Hélène Dorion, <em>Mes Forêts, 2021</em></strong></p><p><strong>Didier Daeninckx <em>Meurtres pour mémoire, 1984</em></strong></p><p><strong>Pascal Quignard <em>Tous les Matins du monde, 1991</em></strong></p><p><strong>Students are not expected to read the books before the course starts, but they are welcome to do so if they wish.</strong></p><p>Please note that we will not be able to reimburse you the value of the book should the course get cancelled.</p>,<p>Books will be published nearer the start of the course.</p><p><strong>Students are not expected to read the books before the course starts, but they are welcome to do so if they wish.</strong></p><p>Please note that we will not be able to reimburse you the value of the book should the course get cancelled.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Other French 4 or 5 courses starting next term. Ask your tutor for advice. Please enrol as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p>You may also wish to consider our<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/languages/language-culture" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> language and culture</strong></a><strong> </strong>or our<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/french-4-5-conversation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>conversation courses</strong></a><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/languages/conversation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> </strong></a>to expand and consolidate your learning. <br><br>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.</p>,French 5 courses. Please enrol on the next module as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.EuropeanFrenchconfigurable
