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PL12014: French 1: language and society

[Page last updated: 26 October 2023]

Academic Year: 2023/24
Owning Department/School: Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies
Credits: 25 [equivalent to 50 CATS credits]
Notional Study Hours: 500
Level: Certificate (FHEQ level 4)
Period:
Academic Year
Assessment Summary: CWES 20%, CWOA 20%, CWOI 20%, EXCB 40%
Assessment Detail:
  • End of academic year written examination (EXCB 40%)
  • Oral Examination (CWOA 20%)
  • Essay (CWES 20%)
  • Oral presentation Individual (CWOI 10%)
  • Oral presentation Individual (CWOI 10%)
Supplementary Assessment:
Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Requisites:
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to: Demonstrate good knowledge of basic grammatical structures and be able to use and understand more complex structures of the language of study; Use grammatical and syntactic structures correctly in written texts ranging from areas of simple narration and immediate need to longer written texts; Display command of several basic communicative functions and of a broader range of vocabulary; Demonstrate oral skills in a variety of familiar subjects and situations; Demonstrate an understanding of the target language's cultural and political trends in a historical context.


Synopsis: Develop your knowledge and familiarity with your chosen language. You will receive an introduction to grammar, and develop your writing, speaking and listening skills. This combination will improve your vocabulary and prepare you for communicative situations. Youll also develop an understanding of the major issues in society, politics and culture within the country your language originates from.

Content: The course begins with an intensive introduction to the foundations of the language allowing students to progress rapidly. Students will develop integrated skills in written and spoken language, receive a solid grounding in grammar and will be able to produce effective communication in the target language in a variety of real-life situations. Students will also gain a grounding in issues and debates in the culture, politics and society of the country or countries where the language is spoken.

Course availability:

PL12014 is a Must Pass Unit on the following courses:

Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies
  • UHPL-AKB67 : BA(Hons) International Politics and Modern Languages (ab initio French) with year abroad (Year 1)
  • UHPL-AKB55 : BA(Hons) Modern Languages (German & ab initio French) with year abroad (Year 1)
  • UHPL-AKB56 : BA(Hons) Modern Languages (Spanish & ab initio French) with year abroad (Year 1)

Notes:

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