Languages

French Intermediate B Year 1

Module code: R1001B
Level 4
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Class
Assessment modes: Coursework

This stage 4 intermediate module is for students who can already communicate with some independence in the target language. Building on existing levels of proficiency at level A2+-B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference [CEFR] the module aims to:

• enable you to understand key information and to communicate effectively in the target language, 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 target language using the four language skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, at a standard level
• consolidate and develop the range of key elements of target language structures, vocabulary, syntax and pronunciation, to allow continued progression in the target language
• present the background culture and society of the target language 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 B1 of the CEFR for Languages.

Module learning outcomes

• With reference to CEFR B1 level, the student can demonstrate understanding of the main points of clear standard target language across 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 good range of vocabulary and application of standard language structures of the target language.
• S/he will have 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.