Upon successful completion of the course, the student
knows basics of French grammar and can use key French language structures
understands some basics of Business French
is able to have small-talks in ordinary situations
can use various sources of information related to French language and society
is aware of cultural differences
Contents
French Grammar
Oral exercises
Basics of Business French vocabulary and concepts
Intercultural topics
Implementation methods, Demonstration and Work&Study
a.Contact lessons, assignments and final exams OR
b.Not attending the contact hours but doing the coursework and taking the test OR
c.Recognition of prior learning
A student can demonstrate his or her equivalent language skills relating to the course objectives and content. This must be agreed upon with the teacher no later than two weeks before the course begins. Each student may attempt this only once in the period prior to the giving of the course. The evaluation is based on the final exams.
Learning materials
Grammaire progressive du français avec 680 exercices, nouvelle édition – niveau intermédiaire, Maïa Grégoire, Odile Thiévenaz, CLE international
Web-pages
Material provided by the teacher.
Starting level and linkage with other courses
French for beginners 1 (FRE4LS210) and French for beginners 2 (FRE4LS220) or Secondary school French or equivalent.
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria - grade 1
The student has limited writing and speaking skills in French and a limited basic knowledge of Business French. His/her speaking and writing skills are passable as far as constructions and pronunciation are concerned. She/he can partly apply the learned skills in practice in new situations.
Assessment criteria - grade 3
The student has good writing and speaking skills in French and a good basic knowledge of Business French.His/her speaking and writing skills are good as far as constructions and pronunciation are concerned. She/he has the readiness to apply in practice the skills learned.
Assessment criteria - grade 5
The student has strong writing and speaking skills in French and a good basic knowledge of Business French. She/he knows how to apply the learned skills acquired in practice in new situations.