Languages

French Intermediate A

Module code: R1118
Level 4
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Class, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework

This module is designed for:

• lower intermediate learners who have a recent grade A/B at GCSE, or a D/E pass at AS level, or equivalent
• intermediate learners who have a good AS grade, or perhaps a low D/E pass at A level, or equivalent.

The module aims to:

• enable you to understand key information and to communicate effectively in the TL, sometimes spontaneously, in less routine situations, at a standard level
• provide opportunities, across a variety of topics, for practice of understanding and communication in the TL using the four language skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, at a standard level
• consolidate and develop the range of key elements of TL language structures, vocabulary, syntax and pronunciation, to allow progression in the TL
• present the background culture and society of the TL through a variety of contextualised activities and materials, in a range of media, e.g. text; audio; audio-visual; digital.

Successful completion of the module is equivalent to level A2-B1 (Basic-Independent User) of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages.

Module learning outcomes

• With reference to CEFR A2+-B1 levels, the student can demonstrate understanding of the main points of clear standard target language within a variety of routine topics.
• S/he can demonstrate effective communication in the target language in unpredictable or less routine situations, within a selected range of formal/informal contexts.
• S/he can demonstrate acquisition of a standard range of vocabulary and application of standard language structures of the target language.
• S/he has developed an awareness of aspects of the general social and cultural background of the target language and can demonstrate an appropriate response in selected associated cultural settings and contexts.