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Unit Overview

Description

This language unit is designed for students who have completed FREN1404 French Studies 4. Students develop proficiency in spoken and written French and deepen their understanding of French and francophone society and culture. The unit will help students towards attaining Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This unit leads to FREN2406 French Studies 6.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 2 core unit in the FRNHI French Studies major sequence
  • Level 2 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) demonstrate intermediate reading and writing skills in French; (2) show fluency and accuracy in speaking French; (3) read and interpret a variety of print and audio-visual texts in French; (4) show awareness of the structures and use of the English language and how language works in general; and (5) demonstrate interpersonal communication skills in French and in English..

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) online quizzes; (2) in-class tests; and (3) participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Sabine Kuuse
Unit rules
Prerequisites
FREN1404 French Studies 4
or FREN2404 French Studies 4
or FREN1104 French Intermediate II
or FREN2204 French Intermediate II
Incompatibility
FREN2205 French Advanced I
Contact hours
language classes: 12 x 3 hours
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.