FREN3610
20 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course provides further intensive study of the French language to improve vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, with a view to developing self-expression in both writing and speaking, in order to achieve a B1 level or above (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) by the end of FREN3620.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Utilise an intermediate standard of French grammar
2. Understand spoken and written French in a variety of listening situations and written materials corresponding to this level
3. Communicate effectively in the foreign language in a variety of speaking situations
4. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the culture(s) of Francophone societies
5. Use technology at an elementary level in the online assessments environment
Content
This is a language course which places emphasis on developing the students' powers of expression in the oral and written codes. At the end of the courses (FREN3610 and FREN3620), students are expected to reach a B1 level or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Assumed knowledge
FREN2620 French at Intermediate II or equivalent
The online assessments require students to demonstrate an ability to use technology at an elementary level.
Assessment items
Quiz: 2 online quizzes
In Term Test: 3 online tests ( each)
In Term Test: 1 online oral test
Project: 1 final project
Compulsory Requirement: Submit assessment item - Must submit this assessment to pass the course.
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Online 4 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Online 4 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- FREN3610 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 288.0 KB)
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