French 5: pratique et perfectionnement
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
- Course Code: LF539
- Dates: 08/05/24 - 26/06/24
- Time: 18:00 - 20:00
- Taught: Wed, Evening
- Duration: 8 sessions (over 8 weeks)
- Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
- Tutor: Henriette Harlall
Course Code: LF539
Duration: 8 sessions (over 8 weeks)
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What is the course about?
This course will help you to develop your accuracy and fluency. You will learn advanced grammar points in context, with the emphasis on speaking and listening skills.
What will we cover?
The topics will be decided at the beginning of the term. They will range from current affairs to culture. The grammar needed will be assessed by students and the tutor at the beginning of the term and will be embedded within the topics covered.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- express yourself spontaneously and fluently without much hesitation
- express ideas and opinions accurately
- improve your understanding of long chunks of spoken language
- write a clear, well-structured text and develop your point of view
- understand longer texts and appreciate differences in style
- write about complex topics using an appropriate style
- develop your knowledge of the French speaking world and cultures.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Ideal if you have completed French 4/5, have studied French for about 7 years or have equivalent knowledge of the language. It is also essential that you have knowledge of more complex grammar terminology (e.g. the subjunctive, the conditional, direct and indirect speech, pronouns).
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
If you are not sure if this course is for you, please contact the languages department for advice on languages@citylit.ac.uk.
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.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The course is based on the tutor’s own resources. However, a book might be recommended.
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When I've finished, what course can I do next?
French 5: pratique et perfectionnement in term 1 or other French 5 courses. Ask your tutor for advice.
