Module manager: Dr Karima Gaci
Email: k.gaci@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
A2+/B1 qualifications
| FREN1012 | French for Beginners (A1 of the CEFR) |
| FREN1013 | Pre-Intermediate French (A2 of the CEFR) |
This module is approved as a discovery module
This module offers French learners at an intermediate level (A2+) the opportunity to enhance their language skills to an upper-intermediate level (B1+). Through a student-centred, task-based approach, students will actively engage in a variety of communicative activities, including listening, reading, writing, speaking, and interaction. The classroom environment fosters a social space for language practice, and assessments will be based on coursework and final examinations that integrate multiple language skills. Please note this is an optional module and runs subject to enrolments. If a low number of students choose this module, then the module may not run and you may be asked to choose another module.
- To consolidate and Expand French Language Skills. Build upon existing French knowledge from previous modules (FREN1012, FREN1013, or equivalent) and develop a strong foundation in French at an independent user level (B1+).
- To enhance communicative abilities. Improve listening, reading, writing, speaking, interaction, and mediation skills to effectively communicate in French.
- To cultivate and develop essential Skills which include teamwork, time management, information assimilation, organisation, and presentation in various registers, styles, and contexts.
- To deepen cultural understanding. Gain a deeper appreciation of French and Francophone cultures and prepare the students for their residence abroad.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
LO1. Understand the main points of familiar written and oral texts regularly found in work, school and leisure.
LO2. Communicate effectively, accurately and fluently in most travel-related situations, engaging with native speakers spontaneously and comfortably
LO3. Explain viewpoints and discuss pros and cons of familiar topics through detailed writing, with grammatical and lexical accuracy.
LO4. Recount experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and clearly articulate the rationale for opinions and plans.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
SLO5. Demonstrate adept use of digital tools and resources to research, generate, and present information clearly and coherently.
Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | 42 | 2 | 84 |
| Private study hours | 116 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 84 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Formative assessment will be integrated into classroom activities to enhance student learning. Regular opportunities for peer and tutor feedback will be provided through small group work, discussions, and individual contributions. This will prepare students for the summative assessments, which include a group project and a speaking exam. Additionally, students will receive feedback on individual assignments each semester, and past exam papers will be used for practice. The communicative nature of the course will encourage frequent oral practice, with instant feedback to further develop speaking skills and prepare students for the speaking exam.
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Exam / OSCE | 0.0 Hrs 15 Mins | 50 |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Check the module area in Minerva for your reading list
Last updated: 25/04/2025
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