Return to French (Advanced)

What is the course about?

This course is a revision and consolidation course to enable you to join a level 4 course in September. 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...

- use the language 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 3 Upper course or have recently done five years of French, have achieved an upper intermediate level and want to move on to an advanced level.

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.

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.

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

French 4: pratique et perfectionnement: module 1 or another French 4 course. Please enrol as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.