LN132
French Language and Society 2 (intermediate)
This information is for the 2020/21 session.
Teacher responsible
Mr Jean Souvignet PEL.6.01K and Miss Sandrine Victor PEL.6.01L
Availability
Available as an outside option to all undergraduate and General Course students. Students can take this course in any year of their studies following approval from the teacher responsible and subject to their own programme regulations.
Pre-requisites
Students have completed French Language and Society 1 (beginner) (LN131). AND/OR a good pass at GSCE/AS Level or its equivalent is required.
An interview with the course co-ordinator prior to registration is compulsory.
Course content
A bridge from intermediate to advanced study of the French language within the framework of social sciences and culture,that underpin French contemporary Society. In a dynamic and communicative way the course develops all four language skills (i.e. speaking, listening, reading and writing) through individual and group work, topical discussions, authentic and web-based multi-media materials. The focus is on accuracy as well as communication that advance students’ language competence, transferable skills and cultural awareness.
Teaching
50 hours of classes in the MT. 50 hours of classes in the LT. 5 hours of classes in the ST.
Five hours per week, which will feature:
- Interactive topic work
- Oral classes
- Grammar classes
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Guided study using IT and web-based materials including a virtual learning environment supported by Moodle.
This course has reading weeks in week 6 of Michaelmas and Lent terms.
Formative coursework
The students will be required to complete weekly language exercises.
Indicative reading
Students will be given the titles of the books when fully registered.
Assessment
Exam (40%, duration: 2 hours) in the summer exam period.
Continuous assessment (40%) in the MT and LT.
Oral examination (20%) in the ST.
Language courses map to the Common European Framework for Language Learning. This framework defines linguistic proficiency in the four language skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) at different levels. To pass this course, students are therefore required to achieve a pass mark in each element of the assessment (continuous assessment, oral and written exams), as these test all four skills.
Student performance results
(2017/18 - 2019/20 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| First | 41.2 |
| 2:1 | 39.2 |
| 2:2 | 11.8 |
| Third | 0 |
| Fail | 7.8 |
Important information in response to COVID-19
Please note that during 2020/21 academic year some variation to teaching and learning activities may be required to respond to changes in public health advice and/or to account for the situation of students in attendance on campus and those studying online during the early part of the academic year. For assessment, this may involve changes to mode of delivery and/or the format or weighting of assessments. Changes will only be made if required and students will be notified about any changes to teaching or assessment plans at the earliest opportunity.
Key facts
Department: Language Centre
Total students 2019/20: 18
Average class size 2019/20: 9
Capped 2019/20: Yes (24)
Value: One Unit
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Team working
- Problem solving
- Application of information skills
- Communication
