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Overview

This course is for learners who have a basic knowledge of French. To join at this level, you should have studied the language for 1 year or equivalent and you should have a basic knowledge of the present tense. You will expand your vocabulary and grammar using all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) on practical topics to enable you to communicate. 

Homework is given on a weekly basis. To benefit most from the course, you will be encouraged to read the materials used during lessons and refer to the course book.

What Will I Study?

  • Revising and getting confident in the use of the present tense.
  • Talking about yourself, your family, hobbies, likes, dislikes, and the weather using a wider variety of vocabulary.
  • Describing people, cities and shopping for clothes, food, drink, etc.
  • Dealing with travel situations – hotels, restaurants, etc.

Entry Requirements

To join at this level, you should have a basic knowledge of French and a basic knowledge of the present tense. You should be able to :

  • Talk about yourself, your family, hobbies and ask questions.
  • Write a simple text in the present tense about yourself, your family.
  • Describe where you are and ask for directions.
  • Be familiar with masculine/feminine nouns, some prepositions and simple questions.

Please note that French Year 2 classes may vary slightly in the level studied, as this can depend on the pace and skills of each individual cohort. To get a more detailed course outline of your preferred course please contact ahedlanguages@psc.ac.uk

Materials

Text books  will be discussed at the first session. Please bring pen, paper and a folder.

Progression

We offer a Semester 2 course that begins immediately after Semester 1 and is an integral part of the course, the exact length of which will be decided in the spring term. You would then be able to progress to the next level.