To provide students with enhanced competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking in French, building on the skills acquired in the year one language modules;

To provide students with a greater understanding of the grammar, syntax and idioms of French;

To prepare students for their period of study in France, focusing on the world of work and applying for internships in a French speaking country;

To explore aspects of French culture, topical issues and changes affecting French society;

To increase students' confidence in the manipulation of language;   To develop translation and interpreting skills;

To develop students' language learning strategy use and a reflective approach towards language learning.

(LO1) At the end of this module students should be able to improve their language skills and be able to cope with longer, more difficult texts and videos, express themselves more fluently and accurately in French.

(LO2) Apply the rules of syntax and grammar in their written work, using a wider range of lexis and idioms.

(LO3) Produce a CV and supporting statement; communicate effectively during an interview.

(LO4) Identify some of the changes affecting French society, discuss topical issues and identify cultural differences.

(LO5) Select important information from a document and reformulate the main ideas in a summary.

(LO6) Demonstrate an understanding of the structures, lexis, registers of the target language and translate them into English.

(LO7) Assess strengths and weaknesses and apply learning strategies to improve performance.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - foreign language skills

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S4) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S5) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

(S6) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis

(S7) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – argumentation

(S8) Working in groups and teams - Listening skills

(S9) Commercial awareness - ability to use language for professional purpose

The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience.

Lecture:
Fortnightly grammar lectures.

Seminar:
The seminars consist of two weekly language classes, hour one being focused on reading and writing skills, hour two on listening and speaking skills. Additionally, there is a fortnightly language class (grammar and speaking).

The programme of classes can be found on Canvas. At the beginning of the semester students will have access via Canvas to materials which will inform the activities over the twelve weeks. The subjects studied reflect cultural differences between France and the UK, practical preparation for the Year Abroad. Throughout the semester there is also the opportunity to meet individually with the native speaker for pronunciation guidance. The grammar covered will reflect the students’ needs when going abroad from spoken/colloquial French to complex and formal structures.