Year
2021
Units
4.5
Contact
2 x 2-hour seminars weekly
Prerequisites
1 of FREN1201, FREN1121
Enrolment not permitted
FREN1122 has been successfully completed
Assessment
Assignment(s); Test(s); Aural; Oral; Tutorial participation.
Topic description

This topic continues the study of the basic essentials of French and aims to develop further the students' proficiency in both written and spoken French. Use of the computer and audio facilities is a required component of this topic.

Educational aims

This topic aims to:

  • Give students an intense introduction to the sounds, structures and vocabulary of modern standard French
  • Expose students to further social and cultural aspects of the French speaking world
  • Develop students' writing skills on everyday topics
  • Further develop students' language learning skills and strategies
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:

  1. Actively read, write, and speak using simple French, with few grammatical or lexical errors
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of the everyday social and cultural norms and customs of French speaking people
  3. Demonstrate an awareness of language learning skills and strategies