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Exploring French Language And Culture - The Next Journey (Post Beginners)

(SCQF level 4)

Languages, Education and Humanities

Mode of Study

Part-time

Start Date

28th Jan 2025, 18 weeks

Day(s):

Tuesday

Time:

14:00 - 16:00

Location

City Campus

Cost

£ 280

Overview

Join us on this wonderful opportunity to (re)discover the French language with a touch of culture.

Whatever your aspirations are - international working relationships, going on holiday and tasting the real steak-frites, tartiflette or gratin dauphinois with a glass of vin or champagne, living or retiring in the country of the 'joie de vivre', or just for your own enjoyment this course is ideal for you.

Our classes provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you can learn at your own pace and connect with fellow language enthusiasts. Our experienced language tutors are passionate and will share their dedication, helping you to flourish in the language. Some cultural elements will be taught too, so that you will be familiar with the country whether it is for a short stay or your new home.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Ideally, you should have attended the Exploring Language & Culture French - Initial stage class, or have some prior basic knowledge of the language (to A1 CEFR).

What you study

This is a daytime class.  Topics will include (but may not be restricted to):

  • Revision/ in-depth personal information about yourself and others.
  • Talking about work, arranging meetings.
  • Making enquiries about places, timetables, costs.
  • Booking trains, flights, hotels and amenities.
  • Admin necessities in the country.
  • Health and lifestyle.
  • Dealing with emergencies - hospital, illness.
  • Expressing likes / dislikes and opinions.
  • Talking about past events.

Our classes incorporate games, quizzes, role plays and real-life scenarios to make learning enjoyable and effective.

After the course

Careers

You will be able to apply knowledge and skills learned in class in various contexts including - international exchanges, employability, holidays, and better understand customs and cultural aspects of countries in which the language is spoken.

Continuing Study

You may wish to enrol in a Post beginner/ Lower intermediate class (A2 on the CEFR).

Teaching

How the course is taught

The class is taught at our City campus for 18 weeks, 2 hours per week, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Assessment methods

There are no formal assessments. The class will be taught in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, through role plays, practical speaking exercises, quizzes, etc.

Additional Information

Materials

Our language lecturers will use their own materials and will advise you if you need to purchase any materials.

  • Mode of Study:
    Part-time
  • Start Date:
    28th Jan 2025, 18 weeks
  • Day(s):
    Tuesday
    Time:
    14:00 - 16:00
  • Location:
    City Campus
  • Cost:
    £ 280