This module presents a fusion of linguistic and analytical competencies to allow students to develop advanced depth and breadth of subject expertise within French and Francophone studies and explain the significance and relevance of that knowledge. Through the interrelation of comprehension, speaking, and writing, students on the module will develop their understanding and expertise in the French language, with specific reference to key debates in the French-speaking world. The module will build on knowledge acquired in previous core modules to prepare students for debating topics with oral examiners, expressing ideas in sophisticated written French, translating into English, and working into French in guided writing exercises.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
have achieved at least C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Demonstrate an ability to translate complex authentic texts both into and from French;
draw from authentic written and aural French-language material to gather information on a variety of topical issues and analyse these issues in persuasive, idiomatic and accurate written and spoken French;
recognise, comprehend and manipulate a variety of registers;
Display a sound knowledge of French grammar.
Assessment
29666-04 : One Translation into English : Coursework (20%)
29666-05 : Oral-Aural Exam : Practical (30%)
29666-06 : 3hr Written Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment
One 3-hr exam – 50%
One translation into English (20%)
Oral-aural exam – 30%