ML9661: French Proficiency C1 Part 1
| School | Languages for All |
| Department Code | MLANG |
| Module Code | ML9661 |
| External Subject Code | 100321 |
| Number of Credits | 10 |
| Level | L4 |
| Language of Delivery | English |
| Module Leader | MRS Samia Zitouni |
| Semester | Autumn Semester |
| Academic Year | 2019/0 |
Outline Description of Module
This is a module designed for students who have completed French Advanced B2 Part 3 or who have achieved at least a high grade at an A Level or equivalent and have also completed some further study. This module aims to provide you with the necessary linguistic tools you need to engage in fast and colloquial discussions, to understand detailed information reliably, and to identify unfamiliar words from the context on topics related to your field/interests. You will also further develop your understanding of the culture of French speaking countries.
This module is the first part of the preparation for CEFR C1.
On completion of the module a student should be able to
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Understand a wide range of demanding texts and recognise implicit meaning.
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Express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.
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Use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.
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Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
Assessment Breakdown
| Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assessment | 15 | Coursework 1 | N/A |
| Written Assessment | 15 | Coursework 2 | N/A |
| Oral/Aural Assessment | 20 | Speaking Assessment | N/A |
| Oral/Aural Assessment | 20 | Listening Assessment | N/A |
| Class Test | 30 | Class Test | N/A |
Syllabus content
All skills (writing, reading, listening, talking and translation) will be further developed on the following topics:
- Les nouvelles technologies (la voiture sans conducteur) et l’impact de la révolution numérique sur notre vie future.
- L’évolution des relations intergénérationnelles, démographie et vieillissement de la population.
- La condition ouvrière, les acquis sociaux, les inégalités sociales d’hier et d’aujourd’hui et l’ascension sociale
- La redistribution des richesses et la nouvelle organisation du travail.
Essential Reading and Resource List
Alter Ego 5 C1>C2 DALF Méthode De Français, Annie Berthet, Beatrix Sampsonis , Sylvie Pons . Paperback (19 Apr 2011). Hachette
Alter Ego 5 - Livre de l'élève + CD audio classe Catherine Dollez,,Michel Guillou, Cécile Herry, Sylvie Pons,Lucile Chapiro (16 Jun 2010) Hachette
Background Reading and Resource List
To prepare for the DALF C1:
Reussir Le Dalf: Niveaux C1 et C2 (2 CD audio inclus) (French) Paperback – May 13, 2013. Didier